Have you ever wondered what makes the winter season a little extra special? Well, without a doubt, it’s snow. No matter what your age is, enjoying snow is on everyone’s to-do list. One sport that is most loved in this season is definitely skiing. However, it is essential that before indulging in this winter activity, you get the right accessories.
Beyond clothing and skis, investing in high-quality goggles is essential for every skier. Whether you're a beginner or a professional skier, the right pair of ski goggles can make all the difference. If you're curious about how to choose the perfect pair, this guide covers everything you need to know. So, without wasting any further time, let’s get into the details.
Why Wear Ski Goggles?
Just like eyeglasses are worn to correct your vision, ski glasses protect your eyes. No matter what sport you are performing, you must wear some kind of eyewear to protect your vision. Many particles in the air like dust, snow and light can destroy your clarity. Therefore, ski glasses help protect your vision and offer visual clarity.
How to Choose Ski Goggles?
Before purchasing any eyeglasses, it is important to do some research. If you are wondering how one should shop for ski goggles then here are some steps to follow.
Ski Goggles Size and Shape
Nowadays, most ski goggles come with a unisex design, but it is essential that you check that before making a purchase. Our ski glasses have adjustable straps so that you can easily wear them without any worry.
Proper fit is extremely important because you wouldn’t want your goggles to slip down your face while skiing. You need them to be in the right place so that you can concentrate and ski properly. There are three categories when it comes to ski goggles: small, medium and large. Make use of the size chart and then get one for yourself.
Ski Goggles Type and Technology
The next thing you need to consider is what kind of lenses you will need for a skiing adventure. Here are some lens types and their unique features that you should understand.
Polarisation:Polarised coatings are used to reduce glare and light that gets reflected through snow. However, these are not the safest choices for skiing as they affect depth perception, making it difficult to notice a difference between snow and ice patches. Hence, we suggest you avoid these.
Mirrored lenses: These lenses are better than the polarised ones in so many ways. They will reduce the glare and offer you clear vision while skiing without affecting depth perception.
Advanced ski lenses: These lenses are designed to reflect light and offer glare-free vision on snowy surfaces, which makes them the best choice for ski goggles. They have all the benefits of mirrored lenses and more.
Ski Goggles Tints & Conditions
Well, you might not be aware that every lens colour of ski glasses has a reason behind it. The colour of the lens impacts the VLT percentage. Therefore, the higher the VLT, the better it is for low-light conditions and vice versa. To give you a better understanding of the same, let’s see what each lens colour means.
Grey, Blue, Brown: Colours in this category are perfect for sunny conditions and offer a VLT of 8-18%.
Amber, Gold, Pink: These lenses work great for cloudy and foggy conditions and offer a VLT of 18-43%.
Yellow and Clear: They are good for nighttime conditions as they offer the highest VLT of 80-100%.
Ski Goggles and Maintenance
Do you invest a little extra time protecting your sunglasses? Just like the way you take care of those sunnies, you need to do the same for your ski glasses, too. They are also prone to scratches. Therefore, we advise that you should store them in their case or sleeve.
If you feel like cleaning ski goggles, then make use of the cleaning cloth provided and gently clean the outer area. Do not clean the inside of lenses, as that can take off the anti-fog layer. Also, avoid using any towel, napkin or tissue to clean your glasses as they can give scratches.
Introducing Actics ski goggles
We have recently introduced our state-of-the-art Actics ski goggles range - Falcon and Eagle. The frames are made of flexible and impact-resistant TPU material and feature an anti-slip strap. The lenses are specially designed for the needs of skiers and offer multiple features, including anti-fog coating on the inside and 100% protection against harmful UV rays. Falcon offers everything you need as an amateur skier, while Eagel takes it to the next level for professional skiers. It features an advanced air ventilation system that ensures smooth air flow along with other advanced features. Explore the Actics ski goggles and experience how their advanced features are designed to give you an unmatched skiing experience.
Both models are compatible with ski helmets for added safety. However, the best part is that we give free prescription inserts with our ski goggles as standard, and they can be customised to your prescription for free. They also come with two interchangeable Advanced ski lenses suited for different weather and lighting conditions to ensure you have an uninterrupted skiing experience.
Conclusion
Be it any sport, one needs to have the gear and eyewear for that. Being one of the most popular winter sports, skiing is no different. It requires you to have a clear vision and protection so that you can enjoy the adventure worry-free. You can check out our Actics range of ski goggles to upgrade your skiing experience.
