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SEAR plugs www . searplugs . com By Sarah Thornely ( www . supjunkie . co . uk )
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SEAR plugs www . searplugs . com By Sarah Thornely ( www . supjunkie . co . uk )
As a keen surfer and water baby , I have often been intrigued by earplugs designed to keep water out of my ears . So I was delighted when Andrea from Sear Plugs got in touch , first to organise a collaborative competition between SUPjunkie and Sear Plugs and second to send me a pair to test .
Founded by two water enthusiasts , co-founders Andrea and Julia want to connect with those who love the water : swimmers , surfers , kayakers , or windsurfers .
My parcel arrived just in time for a trip with potential surf , so it was great timing . Beautifully packaged , these high-performance water sports earplugs come in their snug little waterproof pouch with magnetic closure and carabiner to attach easily to your sports kit .
The pack comes with three different-size earplugs and ear wings that are easy to change , thus ensuring you have the perfect fit – even if your ears are different sizes ! The earplugs are designed to be worn with the leash , which fits comfortably around your neck . It has a floatable element , meaning peace of mind for keeping those earplugs within reach in the water .
The ear filter has a waterproof acoustic mesh that allows high hearing clarity whilst preventing water ingress .
Having never worn earplugs , I made sure I had the correct fitting . Once ready , we headed down to the beach in Cornwall for a surf . I presumed that once I fell in , these little plugs could pop right out . My other presumption was that I might not be able to hear my surf buddy either .
It didn ’ t take long to fall off a wave and go right under the water – it happens to me a lot – but hey ,
the Sear Plugs stayed firmly put , and this happened time and time again ; they didn ’ t move once in the ear . I wore them for almost three hours on , in , and under the water , and they were very comfortable . I hardly felt I had them in – I was so impressed .
Could I hear my friend ? Absolutely ! My hearing is not brilliant at the best of times , but the earplugs didn ’ t make a huge negative difference .
Sear Plugs are not a one-size-fits-all model . They can be tailored to your ear size , so they become bespoke without the price tag . They have patented 9dB sound reduction technology , which gives great sound quality while protecting your delicate ears . Medical-grade silicon is used for even greater comfort and protection .
We ’ ve all heard of surfer ’ s ear . It ’ s common among those who spend a lot of time in the water and can be very painful . Prevention is key to avoiding this condition , so I , for one , am happy to have discovered Sear Plugs . My ears are now going to be defended without losing their natural function .
Head to the website for some great information , inspiring water adventure blogs , and to check out this very clever product . Price : £ 34.00