Ear pro for Ops-Core Base Jump

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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Ear pro for Ops-Core Base Jump

Posted: 9/2/2015 12:13:27 PM EDT

Hey guys,

I wanted to ask what ear pro is everyone using on their helmets and what mounts. I just got a Base Jump and I am looking to upgrade my general ear protection at the same time.

So what are you using and what do you like about it?

Posted: 9/2/2015 10:40:53 PM EDT

[#1]

So ronery.

No one has any suggestions?

Posted: 9/2/2015 11:03:17 PM EDT

[#2]

I don't think many are running mounted protection with the protecs. I've seen peltor 6s and Howard Leights being ran, but using the over the head under the helmet.

I'm sure since I just said this somebody is going to post their set up for you lol

Posted: 9/3/2015 12:26:45 AM EDT

[#3]

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I don't think many are running mounted protection with the protecs. I've seen peltor 6s and Howard Leights being ran, but using the over the head under the helmet.

I'm sure since I just said this somebody is going to post their set up for you lol

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I know they have the space for the band inside the helmet, but I was hoping there was a decent mounting solution. Maybe I am doing it wrong...

Posted: 9/3/2015 12:33:48 AM EDT

[#4]

You might find a set up in here.
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_6_18/226892_NIGHT_VISION_HELMET_RIGS___let_s_see_your_pics_.html

Posted: 9/3/2015 11:05:54 AM EDT

[#5]

I have a set of Peltor sports using the rail adapters on my Ops-Core base jump. Works great. The sports have an input jack for tunes if you are so inclined.

Posted: 9/3/2015 12:13:39 PM EDT

[#6]

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I have a set of Peltor sports using the rail adapters on my Ops-Core base jump. Works great. The sports have an input jack for tunes if you are so inclined.

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Tunes would be nice. Do the sports support the gel ear pads?

Posted: 9/3/2015 1:30:05 PM EDT

[#7]

Amazon Link

Those are the ones that I got. They work just fine with the traditional Peltor helmet mounts. I'm not sure about the gel cups, but the are pretty comfortable as is. I put the gels on my comptacs and while there is a difference, I'm not sure it's worth the money to get the gels for these.

Posted: 9/3/2015 2:44:59 PM EDT

[#8]

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Amazon Link

Those are the ones that I got. They work just fine with the traditional Peltor helmet mounts. I'm not sure about the gel cups, but the are pretty comfortable as is. I put the gels on my comptacs and while there is a difference, I'm not sure it's worth the money to get the gels for these.

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Ok good to know. I looked at some reviews and they look really good for the price. I think I will jump on them.

Thanks for your help.

Posted: 9/3/2015 2:46:04 PM EDT

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You might find a set up in here.
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_6_18/226892_NIGHT_VISION_HELMET_RIGS___let_s_see_your_pics_.html

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Thanks for shooting me that link. Really good setups in there.

Posted: 9/4/2015 2:19:05 AM EDT

[#10]

MSA Sordins using Peltor adapters with SARA Adapters.

They sell kits with both pieces or the whole thing already done with Sordins.

http://ironforgedconcepts.com/project/order-sara-gen-2/

Posted: 9/4/2015 10:03:37 PM EDT

[#11]

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MSA Sordins using Peltor adapters with SARA Adapters.

They sell kits with both pieces or the whole thing already done with Sordins.

http://ironforgedconcepts.com/project/order-sara-gen-2/

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The Sordins are probably something I will upgrade to later on.

Posted: 9/5/2015 4:29:33 PM EDT

[#12]

I just use Surefire plugs currently. Tried out the Silynx c4ops but was not impressed. They snag, fall out of ears, and are uncomfortable.

Sordin Supreme Pro X + rails is probably your best bet.

Posted: 9/5/2015 4:55:50 PM EDT

[#13]

Ops-Core FAST Ballistic High Cut (XP) Helmet
Ops-Core Multicam mesh Cover
PVS-14
Wilcox L4 G24
Wilcox Arm
EOG Battery Pouch
Peltor Arc Rail Adaptors
Peltor Comtac 3

Only thing i dont like about the setup is sides of the helmet are a bit lower than i like. I put my peltor ear pro as high as they go and when i shoulder a rifle it just bumps into the stock a little bit, its not the end of the world but kind of annoying i guess. I dont have that issue when using ear pro with a head strap as the ear cups sit a 1/4 to 1/2 inch higher and dont contact the rifle stock. If i would have known this i probably would have bought the higher cut maritime instead.

Posted: 9/6/2015 12:17:45 AM EDT

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Only thing i dont like about the setup is sides of the helmet are a bit lower than i like. I put my peltor ear pro as high as they go and when i shoulder a rifle it just bumps into the stock a little bit, its not the end of the world but kind of annoying i guess. I dont have that issue when using ear pro with a head strap as the ear cups sit a 1/4 to 1/2 inch higher and dont contact the rifle stock. If i would have known this i probably would have bought the higher cut maritime instead.

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I'm using a FAST BASE Jump, and this is getting increasingly more annoying with each passing day.

Unfortunately Ops-Core won't sell the Maritime ARC rails separately any more, even though they sell every other FAST ARC rail, so I've been searching for a set of Maritime ARCs under $100 every day to try and cut my BASE Jump higher.

Ultimately, I'd like to get an actual ballistic Maritime, but it might be a minute before I can afford that.

The other solution would be an ARC adapter that functioned like the new Ops-Core RAC, and attached to the rear "lobe" of the ARC rails, rather than the top, and would allow you to pivot the ear cups a little higher, it seems like they wouldn't be that hard to make, but they don't make 'em.

~Augee

Posted: 9/12/2015 3:05:11 PM EDT

[#15]

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I have a set of Peltor sports using the rail adapters on my Ops-Core base jump. Works great. The sports have an input jack for tunes if you are so inclined.

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Which rail adapter did you get? The peltor brand does not seem to work.

Edit: I figured it out. I will post some pictures in a bit.

Posted: 9/12/2015 3:29:45 PM EDT

[#16]

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Ops-Core FAST Ballistic High Cut (XP) Helmet
Ops-Core Multicam mesh Cover
PVS-14
Wilcox L4 G24
Wilcox Arm
EOG Battery Pouch
Peltor Arc Rail Adaptors
Peltor Comtac 3
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/751/20741270858_a8b78f6623_z.jpg
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5735/20936604861_fe00345380_z.jpg
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5775/20308210943_fb5635b4bb_z.jpg

Only thing i dont like about the setup is sides of the helmet are a bit lower than i like. I put my peltor ear pro as high as they go and when i shoulder a rifle it just bumps into the stock a little bit, its not the end of the world but kind of annoying i guess. I dont have that issue when using ear pro with a head strap as the ear cups sit a 1/4 to 1/2 inch higher and dont contact the rifle stock. If i would have known this i probably would have bought the higher cut maritime instead.

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That is a nice setup.

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Ear pro for Ops-Core Base Jump

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