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 2008-04-08 9:57 PM |
Expert  1277    St. Paul, MN |  Subject: Water in the ears - plugs?Of course when I swim I get water in my ears, being that pools are generally full of water. Problem is that I will often have a little bit of water in my ears even a couple hours after I get out of the pool. It's not something I can clear with a Q-tip and is usually a miniscule amount, but I can still hear/feel it rolling around in there. Sometimes it'll drain if I vigorously shake my head, but that is no guarantee. So, how about plugs? How well do they work? Do any of you have them and what do you think? Do you race with them? I'm getting pretty tired of it happening each time I swim. |
| 2008-04-08 10:14 PM in reply to: #1325167 |
Elite 3471 Evergreen, CO | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? I used earplugs in races w/ OWS last year because I heard cold water in your ears can make you really dizzy. I've also used them to keep my sinuses from freaking out over the chlorine. Seems to help. They're a pain when you have to keep taking them out to hear people tho, but then it's a good excuse not to chat at the pool. |
| 2008-04-08 10:24 PM in reply to: #1325167 |
Veteran 334 | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? Another alternative to plugs is to put drops in your ear after you swim. We use one that is a mixture of rubbing alcohol and vinegar. It dries out the water. There are several products on the market which are good....swimmer's ear, auro dry or ear....you can find them at any drug store. |
| 2008-04-08 10:55 PM in reply to: #1325167 |
Master 2202 St. Louis | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? I used to use peroxide to displace the water. Rubbing alcohol will do the same thing. It also kills the germs, so no ear infections. Honestly though, after swimming for a while I moved away from plugs and drops, and dont seem to need anything anymore. |
| 2008-04-08 10:58 PM in reply to: #1325167 |
Pro 4216 Sous Mon Diadème | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? Rubbing alcohol works well and is less expensive than the drugstore drops... many of which contain, primarily (and not so coincidentally), rubbing alcohol. |
| 2008-04-08 11:22 PM in reply to: #1325192 |
Champion 6285 Beautiful Sonoma County | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? skarl - 2008-04-08 8:14 PM I used earplugs in races w/ OWS last year because I heard cold water in your ears can make you really dizzy. I've also used them to keep my sinuses from freaking out over the chlorine. Seems to help. They're a pain when you have to keep taking them out to hear people tho, but then it's a good excuse not to chat at the pool. I got some ear plugs at my local Fleet Feet (of all places) that are specially designed to keep water out, but not block sound. They're pretty amazing. Well, at least I think they are. I've only worn them for one workout since I bought them. Dang, I need to go to the pool.
They look like this, although I don't think they're "Zoggs":
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| 2008-04-09 7:31 AM in reply to: #1325167 |
Champion 7347 SRQ, FL | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? I always wear plugs. I cannot STAND that feeling of having water in your ear after a swim. Drives me nuts. The plugs I bought are from Speedo and look like little ribbed arrows. They stay put and keep out most of the water. http://www.swimoutlet.com/product_p/1172.htm |
| 2008-04-09 9:46 AM in reply to: #1325167 |
Expert 1277 St. Paul, MN | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? Thanks for the suggestions. I'll probably try drops first as I'm sure that would be cheaper. |
| 2008-04-09 10:23 AM in reply to: #1325192 |
Veteran 399 | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? skarl - 2008-04-08 8:14 PM I used earplugs in races w/ OWS last year because I heard cold water in your ears can make you really dizzy. x2 I've never had a problem with ear infections, but coming out the water at some cold races has given me serious vertigo. Almost crashed on the bike last year, just out of T1, because the cold water was messing with my balance. I use plugs just to keep the water out and get through T1 without falling down! |
| 2008-04-09 10:26 AM in reply to: #1325167 |
Master 1210 Saskatchewan | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? I use rubbing alcohol too. Water in my ears used to really bother me when I first started swimming. Three years later, I hardly notice it. |
| 2008-04-09 10:50 AM in reply to: #1325167 |
Extreme Veteran 483 Pacific NW | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? After years of whitewater kayaking, I developed exostosis (narrowing of the ear canal) and became very prone to ear infections. Even shower water would get trapped and cause irritation. After one infection that lasted over 6 months, I bucked up and paid for custom molded ear plugs. I wear them in the pool, OWS, in the shower, kayaking, etc. and I very rarely get any amount water in my ears. HIGHLY recommended! Also, beware of putting alcohol/peroxide in your ears. If they are sensitive, it could upset the natural chemistry and cause all sorts of other problems. Good luck! |
| 2008-04-09 10:51 AM in reply to: #1325167 |
Expert 938 Orange County, California | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? I use some plugs. Think they are made by Mack. I think it cost me 3 dollars and have used them for months. I used to get dizzy when I got out of the pool from the water. not anymore. |
| 2008-04-09 10:54 AM in reply to: #1325167 |
Elite 2673 Muskego, WI | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? Not denying plugs work, but in my case I've found wearing a swim cap with the cap over the ears keeps most of the water out. I'll admit (a) I have a small head and this isn't difficult for me, and (b) I still get some mild vertigo after cold water, which means some water is going in. However, all the post-swim water problems and ear infections stopped after wearing a cap. |
| 2008-04-09 11:19 AM in reply to: #1325167 |
Master 3019 West Jordan, UT | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? Tried plugs - annoying and they fall out sometimes Tried drops - Sorta work, but they leave a funny taste/smell in your sinuses. Plus who wants to have to keep buying those just so you can swim. real solution was a trick my friend taught me. Stand on one leg and lean your body and head to the side. Hop on one foot until the water clears. ALWAYS works but sometimes take 10-15 hops if it is really stuck. repeat for the other side. The stares from your locker mates or coworkers is an added bonus.
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| 2008-04-09 11:26 AM in reply to: #1325167 |
Pro 4343 Olney, MD | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? After many months of hating the water-in-the-ears feeling after swimming (cap over the ears doesn't do it for me) I finally started using plugs and am much happier. However, I've had trouble finding decent plugs that fit comfortably and just decided to go custom; I'm waiting for them to arrive. |
| 2008-04-09 12:01 PM in reply to: #1325167 |
| Regular 198 WI | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? I hate the feeling of water in my ears and my melon is big enough that a cap doesn't cover my ears. I use Mack's silicone plugs they've been great for me. I tried several other kinds of plugs, but the rubber ones wouldn't stay in, and the swimoutlet.com silicone ones weren't flexible/sticky enough. A pair of the Mack's silicone plugs last me about a month until they lose their stickiness. I bought several 6-packs of them from drugstore.com (enough to get free shipping). |
| 2008-04-09 12:20 PM in reply to: #1326213 |
Sensei Sin City | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? Water in the ears does not bug me during the swim - no big deal. After the swim, I do a comical little move (which I'm sure is dangerous, so kids, don't try this at home). I can snap my head to the left and right (Like trying to head a soccer ball). The velocity gets the water out. No more sloshing/gurgling sound when I bend over after that.... I do worry, that when I get old and try that move, I could hurt my neck.... so again leave it to the experts (or fools in this case). |
| 2008-04-09 2:22 PM in reply to: #1325167 |
Expert 939 Tulsa | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? I use ear plugs for every workout and every race. They are like $3 and i have used the same ones for over a year. So they are not expensive. |
| 2008-04-09 2:52 PM in reply to: #1326588 |
Elite 2915 New City, New York | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? ballyard7 - 2008-04-09 3:22 PM I use ear plugs for every workout and every race. They are like $3 and i have used the same ones for over a year. So they are not expensive. x2
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| 2008-04-09 4:30 PM in reply to: #1326690 |
Expert 939 Tulsa | Subject: RE: Water in the ears - plugs? rollinbones - 2008-04-09 2:52 PM ballyard7 - 2008-04-09 3:22 PM I use ear plugs for every workout and every race. They are like $3 and i have used the same ones for over a year. So they are not expensive. x2
Those are exactly the ones i use! |
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