Goggles for the blind...

[DogBoy]

I've been freezing my face off with just glasses, and also having fogging issues so I'm thinking of getting some goggles. Ideally I'd get something that can convert to summer riding sunglasses, but that's secondary. I'm looking for some suggestions. I cannot wear contacts, so Rx ability is important.

Here's the list I've heard so far (and its short):

WilyX SG-1: Unfortunately Rx lenses are non-fog. I'm also not sure about face coverage. Any thoughts?
Rudy Ekynox SGV: optical inserts only go to -4...My eyes are -4.75 and -5 :(

For the non-converting to sunglasses, I was told to look for some OTG ski goggles, or ski goggles with optical inserts.

I need to use this for both daytime and nightime use as I commute. Can you recommend a product based on your use? Again, non-fogging and face protection are my major concerns here, with the convertability second. Low priced would be nice, but with an Rx I assume it will be $150-$200.

Thanks for your input.

[Bekologist]

I don't know how much correction they allow for I'm (1.9 or thereabouts), but I get scrip lenses made for Rayban semiwraps every year or so, the frames are rxable, and available thru your optitian or lenscrafters.

Some of the sports 'goggle' frame glasses designed for raquet sports might be a good choice also. You see basketball players wear them a lot. And check out rxable ski goggles, bolle or another maker...theres a rx place, always listed in the back of outdoor magazines...some place called "Opticus" in CO i believe, that do a lot of speciality winter rx systems for skiers and outdoor enthusiasts. A web search should get you these opticus folks...

Good luck.

[Walkafire]

http://www.thewilkinscompanyinc.com/WK100D%20disp.jpg
Throw a couple in your pocket, some in the bag, some at work....

http://www.thewilkinscompanyinc.com/lenscleaningtissue-towelettes.htm

[thebankman]

My Scott snowboard goggles fit well over my prescription glasses. The orange/red tint of the plastic lense is UV protection, gives good visibility, has lil vents on the side so it tends to not fog up too much, and never gets water inside the goggle. They're about twenty bucks. Some Rain-X or similar product anti-fog solution, anti-rain solution will give good results. Just watch out, they scratch easily and fog up if you have your mouth covered (heat goes up into them very fast).

[TrekDen]

A buddy of mine wears the WileyX glasses with a prescription. He has the transition lenses that adjust to how much light there is. They seem to fit like a smaller goggle, and they allow enough air in to keep them from fogging. I might get a pair for myself for next year. Just got to come up with some $$. I would get triple use out of them (cycling, snow skiing, and motorcycling), so I'd get my $$'s worth.

[steveknight]

I want to get a pair of these
http://www.essgoggles.com/Land-Ops_4_detail.html

[DogBoy]

wileyx is what was recommended by some motorcycling friends also. I may give that a go since my persciption sunglasses don't protect my eyes from wind for summer riding either. I just have to get over the $300 price tag....Ouch

[Walkafire]

I want to get a pair of these
http://www.essgoggles.com/Land-Ops_4_detail.html

OK they look great! I have been lookin for some CLEAR Goggles that size!
Found one sight for @ 53.00 FREE Shipping. (anything over 50.00)

Damn, I wonder how many others here on BF have wound up spending more MONEY!

[steveknight]

OK they look great! I have been lookin for some CLEAR Goggles that size!
Found one sight for @ 53.00 FREE Shipping. (anything over 50.00)

Damn, I wonder how many others here on BF have wound up spending more MONEY!

I shoudl have given you that link too (G) I will buy some soon. hope they help in the rain too.

[willtsmith_nwi]

I want to get a pair of these
http://www.essgoggles.com/Land-Ops_4_detail.html

Well, if your after no fog capability, what about these

http://www.essgoggles.com/Profile-TurboFan_53_detail.html ?????

Same brand, but they have a fan that prevents fogging. They also have Rx lense inserts available for those that don't have good peepers.

BTW, the ultimate solution for those with glasses/sport problems is laser eye surgery. It was the best $4000 I ever spent. I don't need glasses. The only side effect is a little haloing while night driving. No more contacts to take care of. I can wear any sunglasses.


BTW, Smith Optics makes a TurboFan goggles that appear to come off the same production line: http://www.smithoptics.com/products/snowgoggle/turbocam_index.html. The difference seems to be the Smiths come in more/cooler colors and are more expensive. The ESS Profile ($130) seems to be the same thing as the Smith Prodigy ($180).

http://www.essgoggles.com/Profile-Replacement-Lenses_46_detail.html
http://www.smithoptics.com/products/replacementlens/snowgogglesreplacementlenses_prodigyturbo.html

[Thomill]

I was in a similar situation to the OP. Due to the cold, eventually I just broke down and starting using an old pair of Oakley A series goggles. I loved the fit and warmth, but my vision is poor without correction so it was a bit of a trade-off. I ultimately decided to get a pair of RX inserts from http://heavyglare.com/ and so far have had no complaints. I bought from them last summer a pair of Rudy Project sunglasses and was pretty impressed with their service then as well.

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