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June sits in a sweet spot that too many surfers overlook. The crowds haven’t hit their August peak. The waves are consistent without being overwhelming. And from the Atlantic coast of France down through Spain and into Portugal, you’ll find lineups that suit any skill level, with long evenings to fill in between sessions. The […]
You’ve mapped your training block, planned your brick sessions, and booked your race entry. The swim leg is feeling solid. But here’s a question most triathletes never ask: what are all those open-water sessions doing to your ears? Unlike a lane swim at your local pool, open-water triathlon training exposes your ears to cold water, […]
Cold water, wind, and waves do more damage to your ears than most surfers realise — and the usual fix (earplugs) has a catch most people don’t talk about. If you’ve surfed for more than a few years, you’ve probably heard about surfer’s ear (exostosis). Cold water and wind trigger your ear canal to grow […]
You’re out on the water regularly. The swells are good. The waves roll in cold and clean. But there’s a small, silent price your body pays with every session—one that most surfers don’t notice until it’s too late. Cold water triggers a bone growth response in your ear canal called external auditory exostosis, or surfer’s […]
Updated for 2026 — featuring the newest waterproof earplug designs for pool training, open-water swims, surfing, kayaking, and more. If you’ve ever finished a swim and spent the next hour doing that annoying head-tilt dance trying to get water out… you already know why this matters. Water trapped in the ear canal can cause irritation […]
Introduction The soothing rhythm of water draws millions to pools, lakes and surf breaks every year, yet few people think about what happens when water gets deep inside the ears. Trapped moisture can lead to painful infections like swimmer’s ear (otitis externa) or, for surfers in cold water, bone growth known as exostosis. While some […]
Swimming earplugs are designed to keep water out of your ears while letting you stay comfortable and aware in the water. They help prevent issues like swimmer’s ear, infections, and irritation without the blocked, muffled feeling of cheap plugs. In this guide, you’ll learn the key benefits of swimming earplugs, the main types available, and […]
Meet the Founders of SEAR Plugs: Building Better Ear Protection for Water Sports SEAR Plugs didn’t start in a boardroom. It started in the water. Founded by lifelong water-sports enthusiasts, SEAR Plugs was created to solve a problem that most surfers, swimmers and paddlers ignoreear damage caused by repeated exposure to water and wind. In […]
