Hey I remembered the brand that was recommended so highly it was Docs vented pro plugs they are only $10 for a permanant pair.

Here is a sales link:
http://store.noc.com/store/5241
GREAT information link on why they work:
http://www.chemical-records.co.uk/sc...fo?Track=DFF05
And a wakeboarder.com thread about them:
http://forums.wakeboarder.com/viewtopic.php?t=82873