01-09-12, 09:16 AM
I resisted wearing earplugs for far too long. Hated the sensation of having them blocked and worried that I wouldn't be able to hear vehicles lurking in blind spots. The reality is that I got used to the feeling and can still hear the traffic... since everything's quieter the car behind you is still just as audible.
It's never to late to start preventing damage to your hearing, I wish I'd started sooner... sounds above 14kHz are permanently gone for me and bike riding was the cause.
So far as chain noise is concerned, I was surprised how much difference the plastic cushioning on the OE front sprocket makes. It's noticeably quieter (but not worth paying extra).
:eek 700k? Jeez... Pitternator, you must pretty much live on the road!
It's never to late to start preventing damage to your hearing, I wish I'd started sooner... sounds above 14kHz are permanently gone for me and bike riding was the cause.
So far as chain noise is concerned, I was surprised how much difference the plastic cushioning on the OE front sprocket makes. It's noticeably quieter (but not worth paying extra).
:eek 700k? Jeez... Pitternator, you must pretty much live on the road!