The Best Ski Goggles

For those planning on hitting the slopes this winter, investing in a good pair of ski goggles is a definite essential. More than just being a requisite part of any ski outfit, goggles also keep your face warm and your eyes protected from the sun and wind. In fact, skiing without a pair of good goggles could potentially leave you with sunburned and wind chapped eyes.

There are several goggle manufacturers that make good quality and stylish goggles to fit different needs. For serious skiers, investing in two pairs of goggles—one for lower light and cloudy days and another polarized pair for sunny bluebird days—is also a wise idea.

There are so many different models of goggles that have unique features (my dad even had a pair of goggles with a small battery operated fan to help prevent fogging), it can sometimes be a little overwhelming when trying to find the best pair of goggles for you.

Here’s a rundown on some of the best ski goggles out on the market:

Bolle

Bolle Scream Goggles—The venting in this goggle makes it doubly-protected against fogging. They are also soft against your face, and they are helmet-compatible. These Bolle goggles are not only protected against scratching or fogging, but they will keep you comfortable.

Bolle Fathom Goggles– injected polycarbonate spherical lens creates an optimal field of view, distortion and fog-free vision

Smith

Smith Transit Regulator Series– If you have problems with foggy lenses, these Smith goggles are good for you. The ventilation system regulates air exchange and makes sure that your goggles are never foggy.

Oakley

Oakley A Frame– designed to give you the widest-range of vision. Also, these goggles have “Ram-Air surge ports” that encourage air flow and prevent fogging

Dragon

Dragon Rogue Jet Polarized– With excellent clarity provided by the polarization for full sun skiing and a comfortable fit, the Dragon Rogue Jet Polarized goggles make you forget you’re wearing goggles.

Uvex

UVEX Magic Goggles– A double lens that uses state-of-the-art liquid crystal technology to allow the switching of the lens from a high-contrast lens for flat light to a darker lens for sunny conditions.

Scott

Scott Alias– specifically engineered to provide optimal vision. They’ll protect your eyes from the sun and enhance your vision on the snow. Features such as permanent anti-fogging protection, multi-layer foam padding, amplifier lenses, and ventilation make these Scott goggles a great investment.

Burton

Anon Figment Goggles by Burton—If you’re looking for a flashy pair of goggles that also function well, the Anon Figment is available in a variety of designs. They are also designed to fit well on many faces and allow extra vision. Great lenses allow you to see in many kinds of light.

Scott USA– Scott USA ski goggles provide superior vision with Amplifier lens technology. The have Dual lens technology with No Fog treatment, 100% UV protection, Flow-through air vents, Hypoallergenic super-soft face foam.

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