On a serious note, refer to the table linked to below.
http://www.occupationalhearingloss.c...aring_loss.htm
Under OSHA rules, no exposure above 115 dBA is allowed, however short.
So, this answers the question: How Loud is Too Loud?
If you have concerns, borrow or buy a sound level meter.
Yes, there will be a sound meter available at the Cal Games...
Eugene
(President of the WRRF)