dannyv
Active Member
Just finished a good thread about using hearing protection. Did not get a clear idea of how many guys are wearing hearing aids. Yesterday I plopped down enough bucks (almost) to buy a T7, for a pair of the latest greatest hearing aids. I did tell the Doc that I ride, and these would have to fit under my helmet.
But- they do not seal my ears! Really, there is no protection offered by them. He explained, the aids will not pump out volumes that could cause further damage. But I think he was not counting on the exhaust noise adding to the sound pressures.
So do I take the damn things out every time I want to have hearing protection, and pop in my pinlocks? Then get somewhere and reverse the process. I know me- the damn ear plugs will just stay in their case, too much bull shit to deal with. I am concerned these things will migrate to my desk drawer anyway. To further muddy the waters- these aids use Bluetooth, but the sound quality is very poor compared to my Cardo.
Wife is pretty sure I need to hear everything she is telling me. without aids, yes, I miss a lot. Can be very difficult to order in a busy restaurant. Ya, okay, maybe I need them, just not sure I can live with them.
Thoughts? Experience? I have a 30 day window where I can get back 90 percent of my money. Seriously considering it, but boy will my wife be pissed.
But- they do not seal my ears! Really, there is no protection offered by them. He explained, the aids will not pump out volumes that could cause further damage. But I think he was not counting on the exhaust noise adding to the sound pressures.
So do I take the damn things out every time I want to have hearing protection, and pop in my pinlocks? Then get somewhere and reverse the process. I know me- the damn ear plugs will just stay in their case, too much bull shit to deal with. I am concerned these things will migrate to my desk drawer anyway. To further muddy the waters- these aids use Bluetooth, but the sound quality is very poor compared to my Cardo.
Wife is pretty sure I need to hear everything she is telling me. without aids, yes, I miss a lot. Can be very difficult to order in a busy restaurant. Ya, okay, maybe I need them, just not sure I can live with them.
Thoughts? Experience? I have a 30 day window where I can get back 90 percent of my money. Seriously considering it, but boy will my wife be pissed.