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Just put a line in the bottom of the slip you have to sign when you pay your fees to compete at the show.
Have it say that any damage to your hearing or anything of that sort is not your fault and dB Drag Racing is not liable for what happens to you, your equipment, or vehicle. Then say that hearing protection is suggested, but not required.
Im pretty sure most of the shows down here that Henry and Mike put on at least one of them has a set of earmuffs that people can wear if they want.
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quote:Originally posted by galacticmonkey: Im pretty sure most of the shows down here that Henry and Mike put on at least one of them has a set of earmuffs that people can wear if they want.
No offense to anyone, but I'm not even remotely going to entertain the thought of wearing earmuffs that have been on every o ther sweaty competitors head. No thanks, I'll pass.
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i agree i play mine just as loud everyday as im in the lanes and as most everyone that knows me i need hear mine because i blow stuff up at wf in tampa i heard over the stereo the speakerleads shorting out on the speakers and i ended up saving my system
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quote:Originally posted by galacticmonkey: Im pretty sure most of the shows down here that Henry and Mike put on at least one of them has a set of earmuffs that people can wear if they want.
No offense to anyone, but I'm not even remotely going to entertain the thought of wearing earmuffs that have been on every o ther sweaty competitors head. No thanks, I'll pass.
It's my vehicle, my system, my choice.
well when you cant here that baby say your name .... I know you would not be saying that!
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I like being able to hear whats going on with my truck [/QB][/QUOTE] My thoughts exactly! If I'm on the verge of destroying something, I need to be able to hear when I'm pushing my system too hard.
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alcohol pads would fix the whole sweaty earphone thing. I have huge hearing problems, ruptured eardrum several times and 2 skin grafts to repair them. Like someone else mentioned its also a liability issue. Someone comes back and sues wayne ten years from now because of hearing loss, they paid him to run for 30 seconds in a damaging environment....yadda yadda yadda its a long shot but if you can get million over hot coffee......
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In the litigous world we live in now even disclaimers are not enough.
No cans, no play.
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If this rule does go into effect I can for sure say that bass race is a definate no for me. I'm sure that I'm not the only one either a lot of other people probably agree. If we are being told what we can and can't do with our own cars then I will not support any organization that puts limits on my own personal freedoms.Period
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Its like NASCAR drivers saying they wont wear a helmet even though its in the rules.
We need dB Drag to show well to the public, caring about competitors hearing, even if its only for the 30 seconds they compete in it shows they care.
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quote:Originally posted by Wayne Harris: At SBN last year I noticed competitors participating in Bass Race without hearing protection.
you should check out bass race at world finals sometime, lol just kidding wayne.
i personally think it should be optional. i listen to my stereo loud every day, whats difference is another 30 seconds gonna make? lol
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quote:Long term exposure to excessive levels of High Intensity Low Frequency (HI/LF) sound, such as that produced by highly amplified bass music, airplanes, racing cars, battle field noise, etc. can not only be physically harmful, but can cause complications that can lead to death
has anyone in dbdrag ever died from bass??????????????????????????????????????????????
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quote:Originally posted by Miguel A.: So how can u hear if anything goes wrong during the run if u r wearing 2 diff type's of ear plugs. I am better not wearing them because if something goes wrong I can react to it faster than someone trying to tell me when the music is playing in the car.
This is the same case for me. I have to EQ the system as I 'pump up the jam'...to harsh on the highs/mids or bass, I equalize it.
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quote:Originally posted by Wayne Harris: At SBN last year I noticed competitors participating in Bass Race without hearing protection.
you should check out bass race at world finals sometime, lol just kidding wayne.
i personally think it should be optional. i listen to my stereo loud every day, whats difference is another 30 seconds gonna make? lol
He coudlnt check it out because they were busy running us through the lanes at about 100mph.
And yes, I also believe it should be optional...
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If you ain't down with the Iggster and his sounds, I got 2 words for ya: Bass Race Posts: 28794 | From: Tinley Park, Illinoize | Registered: Jul 1999
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quote:Long term exposure to excessive levels of High Intensity Low Frequency (HI/LF) sound, such as that produced by highly amplified bass music, airplanes, racing cars, battle field noise, etc. can not only be physically harmful, but can cause complications that can lead to death
has anyone in dbdrag ever died from bass??????????????????????????????????????????????
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In all actuality we "should" be setting an example for the general public. I don't like wearing them, but, if a ruling is made for them, I will. I don't think 30 seconds is gonna bother me any since I listen to my system at the same volume level all the time. Whether I'm at a show or cruising down the road, or sitting in my driveway.
quote:Originally posted by dBDrag Feldjaeger: Make a rule, because the Audience is listening and watching... Show them that you protect your ears at competition to protect yourself. We want to do it safely... not only for Competitors. Safety Guidlines Bass Race:
You MUST insure that the operation of your vehicle will not endanger yourself or those around you...
JMO
so how can u hear if anything goes wrong during the run if u r wearing 2 diff type's of ear plugs, I am better not wearing them if someting goes wrong I can react to it faster then someone trying to tell me when the music is plaing in the car
YES THIS IS RIGHT,HOW ARE U GOING TO HEAR IF ANYTHING GOES WRONG,THIS IS LIKE A STATES SEATBELT LAW,LEAVE UP TO THE PERSON ON WHAT THEY WANT TO DO IN THEIR VEHICLE,IF THEY HURT THEIR HEARING WHO CAN THEY BLAME,
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hopefully by the time im back in the lanes, my pt cruiser will be trailered to shows. cant nobody see through 3 layers of 5% all the way around, and they cant open the door if its locked. but i promise that when i get in ill be wearing ear protection.
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