06-13-2018, 09:00 AM
(06-13-2018, 06:52 AM)tinboatcapt_imp Wrote: To answer your questions in order:
Do Not ride with them in. They are not simple amplifiers but are more of an "Frequency Equalizer". They will amplify the missing spectrum of sound. You will be reminded they are in if you try to put a helmet on. It doesn't work well the devices just sit on the top of the ear and get tangled in the helmet when putting it on or (should you get it on without problems) taking it off.
They do not work as hearing protection.
Comfortable? well, maybe. Sometimes they bug the S*&^ out of me. And then at times, I've forgotten them in and taken a shower.
The bottom line? I'm glad I finally was nagged into it a bit over a year ago. It was about 20 years over due.
PM me if you have more questions.
Jim
Do remove them and do use hearing protection. Man, the hearing 'ain't gonna get better'.
(06-13-2018, 05:46 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Between the tinnitus from not protecting my ears younger in life and just normal age related hearing loss, I'm thinking about getting hearing aids. I no longer hear a lot of what is said in a TV show, or movie, always asking my wife 'What did they say?" and asking my wife and grand kids to look me in the face when they talk, and noisy restaurants are nearly impossible for me to hear in. It's beginning to detract from my joy of life.
the sad realization of life is, one of these days I'm going to have to get some.
Couple of questions:
Can you ride with them in?
Do they make putting on a helmet an issue?
Do they work as ear protection while riding?
If not, I guess you need to remove them to put in ear plugs?
Would they amplify wind and road noise as well as voices and other necessary to hear sounds.
Are they comfortable to wear?
As above, I agree with all the answers.
I've been using a pair (L+R) hearing aids since last 2 decades and never ride with them.
If you need a set, get the one that has at least 2 programs, adjustable volume ++, with blue tooth accessories , so you can perfectly hear tv, radio, phone. Phonak behind- the-ear seems the best. My set has everything, 3 programs and auto unwanted noice reducer + more....check Costco - good price for Phonak...
BEFORE you buy = see audiologist and have hearing test done = a must.
https://www.phonak.com/ca/en/hearing-aid...ros-b.html
Do not buy cheep substitute!!
Good luck,
pb