The anti-fog coating of goggles seems to work only for a few weeks. Even if you are careful not to scratch it off, it seems to attract dirt and make the lens "foggy" anyway. So, soon you better end up scratch off all the coatings. I just wonder if it makes much sense to get anti-fog goggles unless it's just for a short period of time? I use soapy water to rinse goggles before putting on, and it has worked better without a single fail instance. I'm debating to myself whether to scratch off the coating of my new goggles which have already become "foggy" because I can't touch the lens to clean the dirt that's been attracted by the coating.
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I've been using the same pair of cheapo swedes for so many years dating back to sometime after college (with a little layoff in between starting Masters swimming). Yeah, they're scratched, but they don't fog up or give me many problems.
My favorite goggle in the world: supreme customization of fit, practically indestructible, cost shy of $4 bucks. Only thing that ever needs replacing is the headstrap. IMO, the white standard headstrap that comes with it is the best fitting, but the knots and creases tend rot and weaken quick if you use them daily for a season or so. I used to keep a pair fit just for racing/meets. They fit tighter, were trimmed down and so rarely used they felt special. I like having a set of meet goggles.
I've been using the same pair of cheapo swedes for so many years dating back to sometime after college (with a little layoff in between starting Masters swimming). Yeah, they're scratched, but they don't fog up or give me many problems.
My favorite goggle in the world: supreme customization of fit, practically indestructible, cost shy of $4 bucks. Only thing that ever needs replacing is the headstrap. IMO, the white standard headstrap that comes with it is the best fitting, but the knots and creases tend rot and weaken quick if you use them daily for a season or so. I used to keep a pair fit just for racing/meets. They fit tighter, were trimmed down and so rarely used they felt special. I like having a set of meet goggles.
