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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Hi Leonard,
After 5 years of frustration in not seeing the pace clock or the work out board adequately, I finally purchased some optical
Water Gear goggles.
I have to say so far (2 workouts) I'm very pleased with the seal
and the additional vision capability. Not only can I see the clocks
at the close end of the pool but the far end as well. Reading the workout board is not a problem now.
The only thing that I would like to try is an optional clear view as
the smoke lens is relatively dark. Maybe it will just take some
getting used to. Thumbs up.
Dave Dickson
Hi Leonard,
After 5 years of frustration in not seeing the pace clock or the work out board adequately, I finally purchased some optical
Water Gear goggles.
I have to say so far (2 workouts) I'm very pleased with the seal
and the additional vision capability. Not only can I see the clocks
at the close end of the pool but the far end as well. Reading the workout board is not a problem now.
The only thing that I would like to try is an optional clear view as
the smoke lens is relatively dark. Maybe it will just take some
getting used to. Thumbs up.
Dave Dickson
