Who Benefits From Ski Goggles
Sunglasses and goggles are a very important part of enjoying a winter sports holiday. They protect your eyes against harmful UV rays, impact and keep out the cold. Shatterproof lenses are recommended to protect against impact whilst eyewear that fogs up can be a safety hazard. Other priorities include optical clarity, good contrast (particularly on flat-light days) and of course style. The materials used in their construction should be suitable for use down to -20ºC.
The popularity of winter sport brought in money into play. Soon, clothes and equipment related to the sport also started advancing. Today, ski goggles have become highly scientific eye protection equipment and can keep you safe in most conditions. Here are some benefits of winter sport equipment which make them necessary for certain conditions.
At high altitudes, the harmful effects of solar UV radiation increases and at 2000 metres it can be 30% higher than at sea level. On ski slopes this problem is compounded because light is also reflected from the snow resulting in up to twice the normal amount of UV rays. So excellent UV protection is essential.
Grey lenses are great for bright sunshine days and those with a mirror or multi-layered revo coating have excellent reflective properties which reduces glare whilst looking cool into the bargain. Whereas brown, amber, orange or pink lenses improve both contrast and depth perception and help to reduce glare. These are a good all-around choice if you expect changeable weather conditions. They provide the high contrast necessary in high-speed, high altitude sports by filtering out blue light which makes focusing difficult. Yellow lenses are great for flat light or dull conditions because of their excellent contrast enhancement and depth perception properties. If everything is white, contrast is very important.
It is important to purchase the right product to suit your type of activity and the anticipated weather conditions. No one pair of glasses or goggles can accommodate all the conditions you will encounter on the slopes, this guide will help you choose the most appropriate for you own skiing preferences.
Ski Sunglasses
Many skiers choose to wear ordinary sunglasses whilst on the slopes. Such sunglasses may be suitable, however high optical quality lenses that are fully UV400 compliant (block both UVA and UVB rays) are essential. The sunglasses themselves should give good peripheral protection to minimise UV rays and drafts from entering around the frames. We recommend you don’t compromise just to save money, unsuitable sunglasses will ruin your winter sports experience.
The high base curve style of typical ski sunglasses demands optically correct de-centred lenses for clear distortion free vision. These chemical treatments leave a water-repellent residue that helps reduce fogging on the inside and outside of the lens. For minimum glare, ski sunglasses with polarised lenses may be preferred.
- Ultraviolet protection is the first aspect you should be considering when choosing a ski goggle. The sun’s UV radiation is stronger on high altitudes because more rays reach unobstructed on higher locations and snow reflects the rays making the intensity all the more potent. Moreover the impact of global warming and the breach of the ozone layer has also increased the radiation reaching us from the sun. Smith goggles are a good example of winter optical wear that protects a person from high intensity ultra-violet radiation.
- Protection from snow and ice is important for all winter sportsmen. They high speeds at which they go downhill can reach as high as 70 and even 80 kilometers an hour. Even small snow particles can cause considerable damage to your eyes and face if they hit at such high speeds. Ski goggles keep you safe and in fact are equipped with ventilation shafts which reduce the risk of impact with ice and snow to a minimum.
- Certain winter sports, like backcountry skiing is considered more dangerous because the tracks are lined with trees and vegetation. The ski goggle will help keep your face protected from the breaking twigs and pointed leaves as you race through the vegetation. The smith goggles are on of the best designed optical wear in the market and give great protection in these situations.
- A large population of the world lives in extreme weather areas. The two poles, Canada (Alberta in particular), Greenland, Alaska etc are all extremely cold and hot by blizzards every now and then. Keeping ski goggles at hand in their car can be very useful because they will provide excellent protection during sudden snow storms.
- The military when expediting in cold areas use ski goggles to trek and map the land and topography before setting up camps and in general use also.
Aforementioned are some instances when the use of ski goggles is especially advised.
Happy and safe skiing to all!
A headband attachment can be used so they don’t fall off, even leisure skiers have the occasional tumble. Frames made from Grilamid TR90 are ideal because they are super-strong and designed to flex making them resistant to stress, cracking and fatigue. TR90 is an extremely lightweight and flexible material. Unlike sunglasses made from cheap materials that discolour from the sun’s UV rays, these are made to last.
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