Think of dB Drops™ as a "smart volume knob" for your helmet. Traditional foam plugs just muffle everything, making you feel dangerously cut off from the road and your bike . dB Drops use a high-fidelity acoustic filter that specifically targets and "turns down" the deafening roar of wind turbulence—the stuff that causes fatigue, headaches, and permanent ringing. Because the filter is selective, it lets the "important" sounds through. You can still hear your engine’s character, emergency sirens, and your intercom music with total clarity.

dB Drops feature an integrated adjustment system that lets you change your protection level with a simple twist of the outer dial.

Mode 1: Medium (17dB) — The City Setting: Best for urban commuting and lower speeds. It takes the sharp edge off city traffic while keeping you fully alert and connected to your surroundings.

Mode 2: High (20dB) — The Highway Setting: The "sweet spot" for standard motorway cruising. It filters out the exhausting drone of wind noise but keeps your music and GPS instructions crystal clear.

Mode 3: Max (28dB) — The Heavy-Duty Setting: Designed for high-speed track days, long-distance touring, or riding unfaired bikes. This provides maximum attenuation against the most aggressive wind turbulence.

To use dB Drops, simply choose the silicone tip that fits your ear best from the included fit-kit, insert the plug into your ear canal, and twist the dial to your preferred setting based on your speed and environment.

Yes. Unlike foam plugs that muffle all sound indiscriminately, dB Drops use an acoustic filter that functions like a volume knob for the world. It reduces the "white noise" of the wind while allowing you to hear your tires on the road, emergency sirens, and music or GPS through your Bluetooth headset. You’ll find you can actually turn your intercom volume down because it’s no longer competing with the wind.

We used medical-grade, hypoallergenic silicone specifically because it remains soft and pliable for hours. Because the earplugs come with four different tip sizes, you aren't forcing a large plug into a small canal, which is what causes the "aching" sensation common with other brands. They are designed to stay comfortable from the first mile to the last.

This is a common frustration with bulky earplugs. dB Drops feature a low-profile design that sits deep enough in the ear to stay clear of your helmet's cheek pads. As long as you choose the correct tip size for a snug seal, they will stay firmly in place even when pulling on a tight-fitting full-face helmet.

Every box comes as a complete fit-kit including S, M, and L tips. We recommend starting with the medium and testing the seal; you’ll know you have the right fit when the ambient noise in the room drops significantly but you can still hear your own voice clearly. Once you find your size, they take only seconds to swap onto the filter bodies.

We want you to ride with total confidence. If you find the dB Drops aren't the right fit for your ears or your helmet, you can return them within our 60-day guarantee period. We stand by our gear because we use it ourselves, and we're committed to making sure every Rippl customer is a protected rider.

We’re so sure that these shorts will do the trick that we even offer a 60 day free refund policy. No-fuss. Hassle-free.