Purchasing Snowboard and Ski Goggles

Undoubtedly, ski goggles are among the most essential accessories for your skiing holiday. One could even say that a quality pair of goggles is as crucial as an appropriate ski jacket and reliable ski trousers.

Nowadays, finding suitable ski goggles for yourself is relatively straightforward. Consider these two aspects:

1. The light/weather conditions you aim to handle with the goggles and;
2. The size that best fits you - available in small, medium, and large sizes.

Assist Me in Selecting the Appropriate Ski/Snowboard Goggles

Goggle lenses are designed in varied editions to accommodate different light/weather scenarios. The chart below illustrates the light conditions matched by each lens type.

The term VLT, or Visual Light Transmission, denotes the percentage of light passing through the lens. A higher VLT percentage implies more light penetration through the lens.

When experiencing poor light conditions, such as snowy weather, fog, or during evenings, you would benefit from lenses allowing ample light transmission. Conversely, during sunny conditions, reduced light passage is preferable.

Lenses are available that cater to a range of light conditions, or some may be tailored to specific conditions. Thus, you will encounter goggles with VLT% ranging, for example, from 8-18%, and others with a single VLT%, such as 25%.

Choosing the Correct Goggle Size - Small, Medium, Large

The next consideration is your face size. Goggles generally come in small, medium, and large. Opt for large if your size is above average or small if below. Medium is suitable for most people. Some brands offer one-size-fits-all goggles, which typically do not have size specifications.

Considering Goggle Lens Colour?

The simplest approach to selecting goggles is by focusing on the weather/light conditions you need them for rather than the lens colour. Detailed weather/light condition data is available with each product on SkatePro.com.

Today, a variety of lens colours is available from various brands to suit different light conditions. For guidance, refer back to the initial section and the diagram. If uncertainty persists, please contact us.