Beginner's question about goggles

RE: Beginner's question about goggles

Former Member — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:07:31 GMT

I just got back from my first swim with these goggles. They aren't aquasphere but a brand from Australia that is essentially the same thing. Since I live in Japan they were easier to get. Anyway the difference in visibility that they provide is amazing. I couldn't believe it. Didn't really matter much in the pool of course but I think in the open water they will help tremendously. I would recommend trying them to anybody.

RE: Beginner's question about goggles

Former Member — Thu, 29 May 2008 09:03:35 GMT

One more thing about the XP is that they distribute pressure across your forehead and cheek bones so they are super comfortable just like a good quality scuba mask. No headaches and no problems with leaking. Try the XP or the Vista, you will love them.

RE: Beginner's question about goggles

Former Member — Thu, 29 May 2008 07:31:29 GMT

I use the Aqua Sphere Vista and have been happy with them. They have a lower profile than the other model. Try both and go with the ones that fit best. I've actually worn them bodysurfing and they amazingly enough stay on in the surf.

RE: Beginner's question about goggles

Former Member — Wed, 28 May 2008 16:13:11 GMT

As with many things in swimming, it's a matter of personal preference. I do use Aquasphere for open water swimming. Someone once told me that they cause more drag than regular goggles. But I don't care; I'd rather have a wide field of vision so I can see where I am and where I'm going. JIM

RE: Beginner's question about goggles

Former Member — Wed, 28 May 2008 11:05:57 GMT

Thanks for your feedback. I'm going to try them out. I think with better sighting it will save time versus any drag that they create. Also I've been experiencing headaches from my regular goggles too. I'm hoping these will alleviate that too.

RE: Beginner's question about goggles

Former Member — Wed, 28 May 2008 08:37:47 GMT

I'm a relatively new swimmer too and use Aquasphere Seal XP both in the pool and in open water. Regular goggles never seem to fit me right and they give me a horrible headache. The Aquasphere goggles are very comfortable, don't leak and don't give me headaches. I have a clear pair and a dark pair. Also, check out the new Aquasphere Vista model. Don't worry about the drag they create. With everything else that goes on while swimming, goggle drag is way down on the list.

RE: Beginner's question about goggles

Former Member — Wed, 28 May 2008 07:36:25 GMT

Aqua Sphere googles give a greater field of view and enable me to navigate without having to raise my head ( thus lowering my hips) far out of the water. I have a bad time with getting water in my nose, so I bought some snorkeling googles....."Spora Sub ". I love them!

RE: Beginner's question about goggles

sydned — Wed, 28 May 2008 07:30:22 GMT

I'm a big fan of the Aquasphere XP as well. I have a rather narrow face, and was using a super tight pair of women's goggles for a long time. I was finding that I was water retention in my eyelids because the goggles were problematic. I actually had a doctor tell me it could be permanent if I didn't change my goggles. Thus, the XP--which makes me feel like I look like an idiot, but I don't have that weird eyelid swelling. Isn't swimming glamourous?? I use the Seal XP for both pool and open water swimming, since I'm not fast enough to be seriously concerned about the miniscule drag factor. Several of my teammates have also switched as well, largely because of the visibility factor. Good luck, and enjoy your open water swims! It's the best part of the triathlon!