Surf ears or similar?

[Jens]

I've seen a few using earplugs while on the water, I've found surf ears online which looks promising but thought I'd check what people are using and where you got them from?

[vtsarkov]

I just got Surf Ears 3.0 as a birthday gift last week.

Haven't had a chance to test (because I've been forgetting to pack them), but will report back shortly.

[LeopardSkin]

I used wax plugs for many years. Can't hear anything. Horrible.

I've been using Surf Ears 3.0 for one year. I can hear everything. Sometimes I forget I'm wearing them. Recommended.

Bought them here:
https://surfontario.ca/products/surfears

[Richi]

What’s the reason so many guys are wearing these? I thought it was to not blow out an ear drum on loops, is there other benefits?
Cheers rich

[LeopardSkin]

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534874/

"Surfer’s ear or external auditory exostoses (EAE) is a slowly progressive disease caused by benign bone growth resulting from chronic cold water exposure."

[max.spock]

Cool thanks for posting. I used wax ones for years as well in the river but you can't hear much. I will try these

[Richi]

Right on Tony, thanks. I assume Squamish river is considered cold, not sure about Jericho. I will pick some up for the winter.

[LeopardSkin]

Jericho is also considered cold.

In fact, competitive swimmers in heated pools should also wear ear plugs. I personally know swimmers who have ear damage. I personally know windsurfers who had surgery for the condition.

[Gleb]

I use my surf ears religiously! Even the hottest days when riding in board shorts. Will buy again…

[Jens]

Great, thanks for the link Tony, just ordered a pair:)