Ear-aches

[LoriO]

OK, so that is eliminated then....I would try putting some cotten in your ears then to keep the wind out and see if that makes any difference.

[ATL Laura]

I had an earache problem this spring. It wasn’t debilitating, but definitely painful at times. They coincided with my yearly physical, so I asked the doctor about it. Turns out that a ton of pollen, plus sniffling a lot caused some kind of build-up/clog in my nasal passages which then turned into an earache. Her prescription was over the counter Claritin and snot rockets...seriously, my doctor prescribed snot rockets to help prevent future earaches. She is a cyclist too, so she understands how difficult it is to blow your nose while riding. I must admit that I had some difficulties perfecting my snot rocket technique, but I haven't had an earache since!

[salsabike]

I always ride with a headband that covers my ears, even in summer, for exactly this reason, and it works well for me.

[LoriO]

I had an earache problem this spring. It wasn’t debilitating, but definitely painful at times. They coincided with my yearly physical, so I asked the doctor about it. Turns out that a ton of pollen, plus sniffling a lot caused some kind of build-up/clog in my nasal passages which then turned into an earache. Her prescription was over the counter Claritin and snot rockets...seriously, my doctor prescribed snot rockets to help prevent future earaches. She is a cyclist too, so she understands how difficult it is to blow your nose while riding. I must admit that I had some difficulties perfecting my snot rocket technique, but I haven't had an earache since!

LMAO, gotta love a dr that prescribes snot rockets!!!

[SouthernBelle]

Thought this was a good place to recommend a buff! Wear it as a headband over your ears and it will soak up sweat too.

I have noticed an untoward amount of earwax this summer. Wonder if the wind when we are riding is just a natural irritant??