Our team at DYNAMIC ear filter is proud to announce that our partnership with Dutch Grand Prix rider Collin Veijer will continue as he competes in the Moto2 class of the MotoGP World Championship in 2026.

Moto2 racing exposes riders to sustained high noise levels throughout practice sessions, qualifying, and race day, creating an intense acoustic environment inside the helmet. In this setting, hearing is essential.

Riders interpret what they hear continuously. Changes in engine tone, subtle mechanical feedback, and the position of other bikes on the track all contribute to balance, control, and consistency. Performance at this level is not shaped by physical ability alone. It depends just as much on how precisely a rider can perceive and process sound.

That is why hearing protection should be considered an integral part of motorsport. At DYNAMIC ear filter, our mission is to prevent noise induced hearing loss while ensuring riders stay connected to their surroundings. Our patented filter technology lowers harmful noise while preserving those sounds that matter.

This balance allows professional racers like Collin Veijer and recreational riders alike to protect their hearing without giving up awareness, performance, or long-term quality of life.

Constant wind turbulence and engine noise inside the helmet do not only challenge perception. They also place the auditory system under continuous strain. Prolonged exposure to sound levels above 85 decibels increases the risk of permanent hearing damage. At racing speeds, noise levels inside the helmet can exceed that threshold by a wide margin.

The real danger lies in how gradually this damage develops. Noise induced hearing loss and tinnitus often begin unnoticed. The ringing after a ride may fade, but the damage inside the inner ear does not reverse. Once the sensory cells responsible for hearing are destroyed, they do not regenerate.

Despite these facts, hearing protection has long been underestimated in motorsports.

But why did so many riders hesitate to use hearing protection?

Well, for many years, hearing protection meant compromise. Traditional foam earplugs and resistive filters reduced sound unevenly and created a muffled, isolated experience. Many riders feared losing orientation, missing mechanical cues, or weakening their sense of balance. Those who already experienced early signs of hearing loss worried that earplugs would further limit what they could still hear.

Over time, the belief took hold that protecting your hearing meant sacrificing control and perception.

Today, hearing protection no longer requires compromise. Modern acoustic filter technology allows harmful noise to be reduced without limiting perception.

The -20 dB DYNAMIC ear filter preserves acoustic awareness while reducing excessive noise levels. Instead of damping sounds unevenly, it uses a membrane filter with a flat attenuation curve. As a result, noise is evenly reduced to a safe level while critical sounds such as engine feedback, communication, and environmental cues remain clear.

Additionally, the in-ear design ensures a secure and comfortable fit without creating pressure under the helmet. Natural ventilation is maintained, supporting comfort and balance during long practice sessions and race weekends.

Collin Veijer relies on the -20 dB DYNAMIC ear filter in both practice and competition to protect his hearing while maintaining full perception and control.

Hearing protection should be part of every rider’s routine. For professional athletes, it is standard race equipment. Recreational riders may not reach Moto2 speeds, yet the same physical principles apply. Wind turbulence and sustained engine noise increase with speed and duration, and even at highway pace the acoustic load inside a helmet can be significant.

Whether competing on track or riding for pleasure, managing that exposure is part of riding responsibly and performing consistently.

Our partnership with Collin Veijer is also reflected in our cooperation with racesport.nl, one of the leading platforms for Dutch motorsport coverage. Together, we aim to bring greater visibility to an often-overlooked topic within the racing community: protecting hearing as part of performance and long-term wellbeing.