[RallySnake]

Pete,

You know when you're taking a test, they say your first thought is usually the best one. I'm here to tell you that your first idea, earplugs, is the best answer. The standard foam earplugs filter out much of the high pitched noise from the wind and actually improve hearing in the vocal ranges.

I've driven the Beast for 16 years in every condition imaginable (except upside down) and nothing works better. I do have a sheet of lexan cut to fit my old rollbar. It does cut down the wind hitting you in the back, but it increases the "pressure differential" feeling that affects my ears. I don't like it. I also don't like having a hood up over my head for the same reason. It will actually make you feel dizzy after awhile. For cruising at serious speed, you need a hardtop.

Invest in a good thick ski cap (triple layer) and ski gloves (with curved fingers) and a bunch of cheap earplugs. It doesn't get any better than that.

My $.02.

Paul