A Shooter’s Guide to Smarter Hearing Safety

Hear the World. Protect Your Ears. Shoot Smarter.

Every time a firearm is discharged—whether it's at the range, in the field, or on a skeet line—your ears absorb a massive wave of damaging sound energy. The average gunshot registers between 140 to 175 decibels. That’s louder than a jet engine and more than enough to cause instant, permanent hearing damage.

But hearing protection isn’t just about blocking sound—it’s about blocking the right sound frequencies, while keeping situational awareness intact.

That’s where Spares comes in.

Why Shooters Need Smarter Hearing Protection

Gunfire doesn’t just sound loud—it shreds your hearing by delivering intense pressure across high-frequency ranges that our ears aren’t designed to withstand. Even with traditional over-ear protection, shooters often experience:

• Ringing or muffled hearing after the range
• Cumulative high-frequency hearing loss
• Poor clarity of surrounding noise or range commands
• Discomfort from bulky or ill-fitting protection

The risk isn’t just in indoor ranges either—outdoor shooters face reflected sound from trees, hard surfaces, or enclosed blinds. And hunters must stay alert to their environment, not isolated by foam plugs that cancel too much.

Enter Spares: Low-Profile High-Fidelity Earplugs That Fit Under Over-Ear Protection

Spares were designed for concertgoers, musicians, motorcyclists, and workers in loud environments—but shooters quickly recognized their edge.

Spares feature:

• 30dB average noise reduction in the most damaging frequency ranges (1,000 Hz–8,000 Hz)
• Stainless steel acoustic filter chamber for balanced, unmuffled sound
• A low-profile silicone design that sits flush in the ear—no protrusion, no discomfort under muffs
• Four cup sizes included to ensure a tight, personalized fit

Pop them in, then seal it in with your over-ear muffs for dual protection that outperforms either solution alone.

Spares + Over-Ear = Layered Defense

Wearing Spares under your over-ear shooting muffs gives you the best of both worlds:

What Happens Without Hearing Protection?

• One unprotected gunshot can cause instant tinnitus or irreversible loss
• Repeated exposure—even with poor protection—leads to permanent high-frequency degradation
• Hearing damage accumulates silently, but the effects are permanent

Your hearing doesn't heal. Spares help make sure you never lose what can’t be replaced.

Ideal for All Shooters

• Indoor Range Users: Spares + over-ear protection create an ultra-effective seal for reverberant indoor gunfire
• Skeet & Trap Shooters: Reduce fatigue from repeated high-volume shots
• Hunters & Outdoorsmen: Protect your hearing without disconnecting from the environment
• Instructors & Range Officers: Maintain clarity for safety commands while shielding your ears

Smarter Than Foam. Designed for Real Life.

Foam plugs are cheap and common—but they:

• Cancel too much sound, leaving you isolated
• Distort audio and voice clarity
• Often fall out or feel uncomfortable under muffs
• Require deep insertion for effectiveness

Spares solve these problems with a modern fit and balanced filtering. They’re not noise-canceling—they’re frequency-correcting.

Pro Tip: Keep Spares in Your Range Bag

Slip them in before you even reach the line. Once in, you'll barely notice them—but your ears will thank you.

“I used to leave the range with a dull headache and muffled hearing. Now, I shoot with clarity—and leave with my hearing intact.”
— Jon R., Shooting Instructor

Ready to Hear the Difference?

Protect your hearing with purpose. Whether you're hitting the range this weekend or prepping for the hunt of the season, Spares are the smartest addition to your gear setup.

Grab your pair at www.grabyourspares.com
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Hear what matters. Silence what hurts.
Protect your hearing for a lifetime.