[MDairheads] Hearing Protection ?

[Jim McKinna]

Alan,

Since you bring it up, and it is a good question, why not check on the web at the MD MVA.

motorcyclesafety at mdot.state.md.us <mailto:motorcyclesafety at mdot.state.md.us>

Let us know what they say.

Jim

> On Nov 25, 2019, at 10:55 AM, romefelt via MDAirheads <mdairheads at casano.com> wrote:
> 
> Felllow Hedz:
> Like probably the rest of you, I am trying to preserve what little hearing that I have left.I've been reluctant to use foam or other ear plugs while riding for fear that they aren't legal in Maryland and my wearing them could constitute "contributory neglignece" in a crash, regardless of how "right" I might be.
> A recent article on the subject in Motorcycle Consumer News by a former NY State Police Motor Officer said that molded earplugs were legal in Maryland.I used these for many years as a competitive skeet shooter and they were both comfortable and reduced noise.
> Do any of you know any more about the legality of molded plugs for riding motorcycles in Maryland ??
> 
> Best regards,Alancell: 410.409.1041
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