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How Many Decibels Is A Gunshot
For decades experts and studies have linked hearing loss to high decibel activity. Whether industrial machinery, construction worksite noise, or military personnel using firearms and being in close proximity to ordinance explosions, the research is clear, using proper hearing protection...
What Makes the Best Earplugs for Work
Many workplaces today can be quite noisy, so having proper ear protection can be a real benefit. From construction sites to factory floors to even a particularly loud office, a quality pair of earplugs can mean the difference between hearing...
The Risks of Shooting Without Hearing Protection
With the explosive growth of gun owners in the United States over the last decade, it only makes sense that shooting sports and competitions catering to a new generation of shooters would also be on the rise. Whether USPSA, IDPA,...
What Makes the Best Hearing Protection for Lawn Care
Protecting your hearing during lawn care helps prevent long-term damage. AXIL noise-canceling earbuds and earmuffs offer some of the best hearing protection available for lawn care. Their advanced features, such as adaptive noise-canceling technology and customizable fit, make them stand...
Turkey Hunting Equipment to Maximize Your Experience
For many turkey hunters, spring turkey hunting is more than a sport—it’s a tradition that spans generations. Hunting wild turkeys in the turkey woods requires skill, patience, and the right gear to ensure success. While expensive equipment isn't always necessary,...
Navigating US Hunting Seasons: A Comprehensive Field Guide
Hunting seasons in the United States are deeply rooted in tradition, passed down through generations. However, season dates, regulations, and gear requirements evolve regularly. While deer season in the fall is nearly universal across states, other seasons like spring turkey...
The Ultimate Guide to Hunting in April
Hunting season usually brings up thoughts of autumn, bucks, and rifles. However, in much of the United States, the spring hunting season brings on a much warmer climate with an entirely different variety of small game, including turkey and fowl....
Hearing Protection for Loud Machinery and Construction
Construction sights and heavy machinery are synonymous with loud noises. Most sights require hearing protection and even have signage at entrances with clear instructions to protect your hearing along with hard hat warnings. Even a simple hammer strike has been...
Guest Post: Hunting with AXIL ear pro in Africa By John McAdams
It was 11:30am and we'd been following the tracks of this old dagga boy for over four hours under the hot African sun. The cool morning air had gradually warmed and beads of perspiration were beginning to drip down my...