ParaGear and many other retailers also sell them, but paraGear only has them in med and large size (surprisingly, small was best for me). The size refers to the height of the ear conch/depression that the outer ring fits.
There are many types of similar products (filter out above 85db or so damaging noise) but this one is unique in that it is very low profile. It does not stick out hardly at all, so you can actually wear a helmet with an audible pressing against your ear. Perhaps there are other similar products, but I haven't encountered any that are such a low profile. You can also put in the little 'plug' insert into the hole to override the filter and make them even quieter if desired.
For many years I've worn squishy foam earplugs. I can concentrate so much better without such a deafening noise, but I also want to be able to hear others under canopy, etc. So, these seem like a great alternative. I haven't tried them in action, but they feel very comfortable with a helmet. I can also put them in while gearing up, and still be able to hear people during final dirt dives, without the need to hassle with earplugs on the way to or inside the plane.
Mar 24, 2011, 9:34 AM
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After quite a bit of research, I ordered a pair myself. The gun forums along with the car/motorcycle racing forums tend to swear by them, and these are the guys wearing them pretty much all day.
I think my hearing is worth the 12 bucks, and I'm at least going to give it a shot. Being able to hear under canopy is a big concern for me, so that will be the real test.
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I've been using the Surefire ear plugs at work for about 2 years now, they are the best ear plugs around. The EP3's have a little plastic plug in them too, remove the plug and you can hear normal conversations without people having to yell. Also it helps if you are having pressurization issues with your ears.
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me and my gf both ordered 2 pairs :) they are great so far
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I've been using these for several years now. I use them primarily when I am in the wind tunnel, usually for 4-5 hours at a time. They work great and don't leave you with an ear that feels raw/sore afterwards. best $10 bucks you can spend for ear pro IMO.
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I've been using these for several years now. I use them primarily when I am in the wind tunnel, usually for 4-5 hours at a time. They work great and don't leave you with an ear that feels raw/sore afterwards. best $10 bucks you can spend for ear pro IMO.
Been using these for about a year now and love em.
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Pretty low NRR 24 rating...
If you look at the details with stoppers out it is a 10db reduction I think, but it's still noticeable reduction in the plane while still allowing me to hear my passenger, and it pretty much eliminates the wind noise associated with freefall, in fact I made a jump without them after using them for a long time and freefall was stunningly loud from what I had remembered.
I highly recommend them to anyone that likes their hearing.
