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    Hearing Protection

    Hey guys!

    I'm going to join a competition for amateurs and I'm really interested to have the proper gears and stuff. I've been looking for hearing protection and I just can't decide what to buy. I have Howard Leight ear muffs and I've been looking for something I can wear under it because foamies just make my ears hurt. I'm open to any recommendations so feel free to do so. I'd like something that won't hurt my ears and something soft.

    Thanks!

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    Chasing the Horizon RJ's Avatar
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    Hearing Protection

    I have a couple HL and only use them for loaners. I find the foam very hot and sweaty and the seals form poorly around my eyeglasses.

    Owned and used a pair of MSA Sordins w Gel Seals about 5 years now. Very reliable and very comfortable.

    We’ve had a few threads on this.

    Here is the company we did the last p-f group buy with. Excellent place to do business.

    https://srstactical.com/all-products...eme-range.html

    As far as things to wear under the HL, you might try one of the pre-molded inserts, such as the Shure line.

    Personally when I double up I use foam inserts. There are several different shapes available so perhaps if one doesn’t fit well know, another shape might?
    Last edited by RJ; 08-23-2019 at 03:46 PM.

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    You can try the reusable rubber flange inserts. More comfortable IMO, even under muffs. I have more issues with glasses/sunglasses than the earmuffs themselves. Gets kinda sore on top the ears after a couple hours.

    I’m tempted occasionally to forego eyepro. But when you catch a piece of jacket in the cornea, the “odds” aren’t much of a comfort.

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    I strongly recommend just grabbing these gel cups from Amazon for your Howard Leights. I have them, I love them.
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    Quote Originally Posted by LittleLebowski View Post
    I strongly recommend just grabbing these gel cups from Amazon for your Howard Leights. I have them, I love them.
    I tried these about a month back (friend had a set he lent to me for a range day). Try them before you give up on HL - they make a huge difference.

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    Quote Originally Posted by LittleLebowski View Post
    I strongly recommend just grabbing these gel cups from Amazon for your Howard Leights. I have them, I love them.
    I use a version from Noise Fighters that allows glasses clearance as well. Gel cups make the HL's much better. https://noisefighters.com/
    Last edited by AKDoug; 08-24-2019 at 12:05 AM.

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    Yep, MSA's are worth the money once you start to wear ear pro a lot.

    Think you were asking about some plugs for underneath. These are the most comfortable I've found and really seal and block out noise if you wet them just a tad and sink them in your ear a good bit.
    I double up when shooting indoors with these underneath my MSAs and it's completely comfortable for 2-3+ hours.

    https://smile.amazon.com/3-Pair-RTSF...RC3NPEA52HARXJ
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    Chasing the Horizon RJ's Avatar
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    One of these days I’m going to order a set of these:

    Decibullz - Custom Molded Earplugs, 31dB Highest NRR, Comfortable Hearing Protection for Shooting, Travel, Swimming, Work and Concerts (Orange)

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WIXL4UM..._QGvyDbYEG8Y5C

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    These folks offer earplug assortments, which are a good way to find a model that works for you.

    https://www.earplugstore.com/unfoamtrialp.html

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    If you don't get noisefigters ear gels you are behind the curve.
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