Looking at these ear muffs... opinions?

[tacticool]

The electronic muffs from Howard Leight are typically less than $50 and do an excellent job.

+1 I have the Howard Leight Impact Sports which are a bit less than $50 and they work as well as my $200+ Pro Ears. I've converted to wearing them full time due to the narrower profile plus the batteries last longer (300 vs. 200 hrs) and are easier to find (AAA's vs. N-type). Search around as prices vary but <$50 should be easy.

Those electronic Howard Leight muffs are a great value. My only complaint is they're not as comfortable as my Peltor electronic muffs I bought years ago but the Peltor was 3-4x the price. The Leights are good for normal range trips but get uncomfortable when I do a multi-day class. Other than the fit issue, which is very subjective and personal, I highly recommend them and they're what I normally take to the range.

I should get another pair when I do my next Amazon order because the active electronics are great for new shooters. Shots and other loud noises are muffled but I can coach them in a quiet calm voice instead of shouting like a DI to get through standard muffs.

[rentz]

I need to double up when I head to the indoor range. Anyone have any tips to protect my sinuses from the guy firing massive .357 magnum revolver in the lane to my right? Last time I was there, it seemed like every time he pulled the trigger, I felt it behind my nose and in my forehead.

I know exactly what you mean, I feel it anytime I'm at an indoor place. Last time out I ran some cheap ammo that was dirty and I kept inhaling the fumes.

I may have to try the custom plugs mentioned , I try to double up at indoor but the little sponges don't fit well

[GWE Chally]

The electronic muffs from Howard Leight are typically less than $50 and do an excellent job.

Yep... got mine from Amazon for $49. Work great!