|
I wouldn't wanna try that on my commute.
|
Somebody more clever than I could think of some wordplay between commute and flute.
|
Originally Posted by Phamilton
(Post 20931366)
Somebody more clever than I could think of some wordplay between commute and flute.
|
I rarely listen to music but always have podcasts or talk/news radio on. I've tried various headphones and settled on some over-the-ear Sonys that go around the back of the head. They cut down on wind noise so I end up listening at a lower volume and can hear traffic. I suppose police could get on my case about them but I rarely see them and I doubt they're looking at my ears when they do pass.
|
I find riding a bike enjoyable enough not to need music or voices supplementing the experience. Driving a car is different. Anything to help pass the time driving is better.
|
Originally Posted by alan s
(Post 20931717)
I find riding a bike enjoyable enough not to need music or voices supplementing the experience. Driving a car is different. Anything to help pass the time driving is better.
|
Originally Posted by I-Like-To-Bike
(Post 20932242)
Listening to music or voices while riding isn't a question of "need" but rather an option some cyclists choose to enhance their riding experience. Others prefer listening exclusively to traffic noise, or all natural blowing wind and bird tweets and choose accordingly.
|
Originally Posted by alan s
(Post 20932661)
I wasn’t talking about other cyclists. Just myself.
Do you know if anybody ever claimed that he/she listens to music or voices from an electronic device while they ride because they "need" it? |
In other words, your statement read like "You all must not find biking enjoyable as I do, if you need to supplement the experience with voices or music", whether you intended that or not.
Simply reordering to "When I drive, it's so boring, anything (voice or music) to pass the time makes it bearable. But when I'm cycling, I just enjoy the ride" takes a lot of the stoink off |
As I noted earlier I listen to music every commute every weekday 22mi RT in traffic for the past 15+ years. I ride fast which keeps things a bit more exciting, but over the years the route has become mundane. Music makes it so much more enjoyable.
Alternately on my longer weekend rides I do not like music. Especially when climbing it drives me nuts. |
How about Singing as you ride ?
|
You guys are something special.
|
I have Airpods and I just have them in one ear!
|
I use a set of bone conduction 'headphones' from Aftershokz. They are pretty much the definition of non-noise cancelling so you can hear everything going around you as well as your music or podcast (mostly what I use these days). I found that they take a little while to get used to, but I now find them invaluable. I'm actually on my second set after I accidentally dropped my first pair onto the driveway behind my wifes car and she reversed over them.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...cafb9f679c.jpg |
I don't typically listen to music on my rides, although I do create music mentally. I also don't use ear plugs, although one ear is legal. I might listen if I stop for a brief respite. However, many times I used riding to meditate if I'm on a quiescent path. Otherwise, I give the traffic my undivided attention. SoCal roadways can b notoriously treacherous.
|
Originally Posted by Hasselhof
(Post 20941104)
I use a set of bone conduction 'headphones' from Aftershokz.
|
Originally Posted by RubeRad
(Post 20941217)
Interesting. Reminds me of the subcutaneous headphone/microphone system Ender Wiggin used to communicate with 'Jane' the computer in Speaker for the Dead (sequel to Ender's Game)
|
Does it actually press firmly on bone? Does it get sore after wearing for a long time? I get soreness from sunglasses gently pinching for hours at a time
|
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Headpho.../dp/B01IUP89LS
Anker Soundbuds NB10 I use them whenever I ride alone. - they help reduce wind noise. - they keep wind out of my ears when its cold- so no earaches. - I can hear ambient noise without issue. I hear people speaking from 30' away when riding and thats good enough for me. |
Originally Posted by mtb_addict
(Post 20924819)
while not illegal to wear ear bud, most people agree it is dangerous while operating a motor vehicle and biciycle.
imagine if you get in an accident, the fact u were wearing earbud is going to look really bad in front of judge and jury. it will make you look like you have bad judgement. it could cost you ver much in the end. If I did find myself in your hypothetical, then I would try to rationally explain that in my experience, ear buds dont distract me from seeing or hearing what is going on around me. Its ironic that music can blast in a car thru the speakers and the driver's hearing is limited, but that isnt an issue in your hypothetical... |
Originally Posted by alan s
(Post 20931717)
I find riding a bike enjoyable enough not to need music or voices supplementing the experience. Driving a car is different. Anything to help pass the time driving is better.
|
Originally Posted by mstateglfr
(Post 20942733)
The odds of me ever appearing in front of a judge and jury due to cycling are so small and insignificant that it isnt even worth me considering this as a reason to not wear ear buds.
If I did find myself in your hypothetical, then I would try to rationally explain that in my experience, ear buds dont distract me from seeing or hearing what is going on around me. Its ironic that music can blast in a car thru the speakers and the driver's hearing is limited, but that isnt an issue in your hypothetical... As for the loud music in the car I couldn't agree more. However, there is a psychological effect that headphone have of isolating you from your environment that's not quite the same in a car. Even when I walk with headphones I have to keep a special awareness of my environment. I have crossed the street at least once without looking. That was enough proof for me.
Originally Posted by mstateglfr
(Post 20942736)
I get that you said this is only for you and not projected on others, but i mean come on now, it shouldnt be a surprise that your wording is taken as projecting your view on others.
|
Originally Posted by KraneXL
(Post 20942759)
An explanation wouldn't work, the judge will rule on the law. In my state you can't cover both ears. Although it is unlikely you still don't want to be that guy. Police tried to give me a ticket once for taking the lane to avoid an obstacle.
As for the loud music in the car I couldn't agree more. However, there is a psychological effect that headphone have of isolating you from your environment that's not quite the same in a car. Even when I walk with headphones I have to keep a special awareness of my environment. I have crossed the street at least once without looking. That was enough proof for me. On the other hand, isn't that what our leaders do? As for leaders projecting other's words onto them, yeah thats done a lot. Its a pretty common human behavior. |
Originally Posted by RubeRad
(Post 20942653)
Does it actually press firmly on bone? Does it get sore after wearing for a long time? I get soreness from sunglasses gently pinching for hours at a time
|
| All times are GMT -6. The time now is 04:34 AM. |
Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.