I am looking to get a new pair of "off-the-shelf" (non-custom ground) optical goggles and wonder if anyone has suggestions.
I have been using AquaGoggles (http://www.aquagoggles.com), but they have a weak point at the attachment of the strap to the lenses and they break there far too often. Other than that, I'd be happy to stick with them, but I'm afraid that one day they will break 30 seconds before the start of a major race. I have also used View goggles (problem: piece across nose bridge rubs), Kiefers (problem: not UV protective), Speedo (problem: not UV protective) and Barracudas (problem: over-engineered crap).
Ideally, here is what I'm looking for in order of importance:
1) UV protective
2) Silicone gaskets & strap.
3) Amber/yellow tint or, failing that, darker tint. (Don't want clear.)
4) Antifogging material on the inside.
It would also be nice if they allow you to order them with different lens powers, although I would buy 2 pair and mix-and-match if not.
I can't wear contacts so that option is out as well.
Anyone have any suggestions?
-LBJ
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I use the WaterGear goggles Justin mentioned. I have one pair that I've used just about every day for a year and a half -- they don't show any sign of wearing out. They have an adjustable nose piece. As far as I know they only come in smoke. They're about $32 from World Wide Aquatics (www.worldwideaquatics.com).
I use the WaterGear goggles Justin mentioned. I have one pair that I've used just about every day for a year and a half -- they don't show any sign of wearing out. They have an adjustable nose piece. As far as I know they only come in smoke. They're about $32 from World Wide Aquatics (www.worldwideaquatics.com).
