Does anyone know where a chart is that lists the best lighting conditions for each color of goggles? Years ago I saw such a chart, but none of the swim suppliers have this info now. With so many colors of goggles, it would be helpful to have quick access to a chart so you can see what color would be best for poor or low light conditions, bright sunny conditions, indoor/outdoor, etc. Thanks!:applaud:
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We just got a new TYR catalog here at work. They have a goggle color chart in it. I was going to scan the page and attach it but the file was too big to attach in these forums. So I will just type it here:
TYR 2011-2012 Equipment Collection Catalog
Lens Color Spectrum
Metallized: Mirror coatings can be added to any lens color. The lens retains its normal properties with the mirror finish helping to reduce brightness and glare.
Smoke: Popular all-purpose lens color that reduces the light transmission to the eye, lowering the overall brightness without excessive color distortion.
Red: Cause significant color distortion but are good for medium and low light conditions because they are good at enhancing contrast.
Pink: Offer the best contrast for objects against a green or blue background, making them a good choice for indoor and outdoor pool use.
Amber: Causes light color distortion but have contrast-enhancing properties. Amber lenses are good for flat-light situations and indoor swimming.
Aqua: Lighter aqua/green lenses minimize color distortion in low light. These lenses are ideal for indoor swimming.
Blue: Designed to reduce surface glare from water to provide great visibility in bright light. Lighter blues are good for indoors while darker blues function better outdoors.
Purple: Designed to reduce surface glare from water to provide great visibility in bright light. Lighter purples are good for indoors while darker purples function better outdoors.
Clear: Offers protection and clear vision without changing the appearance of colors. Ideal for indoor or low-light swimming situations.
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Former Member
We just got a new TYR catalog here at work. They have a goggle color chart in it. I was going to scan the page and attach it but the file was too big to attach in these forums. So I will just type it here:
TYR 2011-2012 Equipment Collection Catalog
Lens Color Spectrum
Metallized: Mirror coatings can be added to any lens color. The lens retains its normal properties with the mirror finish helping to reduce brightness and glare.
Smoke: Popular all-purpose lens color that reduces the light transmission to the eye, lowering the overall brightness without excessive color distortion.
Red: Cause significant color distortion but are good for medium and low light conditions because they are good at enhancing contrast.
Pink: Offer the best contrast for objects against a green or blue background, making them a good choice for indoor and outdoor pool use.
Amber: Causes light color distortion but have contrast-enhancing properties. Amber lenses are good for flat-light situations and indoor swimming.
Aqua: Lighter aqua/green lenses minimize color distortion in low light. These lenses are ideal for indoor swimming.
Blue: Designed to reduce surface glare from water to provide great visibility in bright light. Lighter blues are good for indoors while darker blues function better outdoors.
Purple: Designed to reduce surface glare from water to provide great visibility in bright light. Lighter purples are good for indoors while darker purples function better outdoors.
Clear: Offers protection and clear vision without changing the appearance of colors. Ideal for indoor or low-light swimming situations.
