Aqua Sphere Kayenne Swim Goggles
Aqua Sphere is a well-known swim equipment provider offering a broad range of eye protection, or swim goggle, options. It is definitely worth exploring their website and reviewing all the different types of goggles they make in reaching a selection. The Aqua Sphere Kayenne Swim Goggles ($24.95) are recommended for long-distance swimming, and include features like 180-degree visibility, a one-touch quick-fit buckle, stabilizing nose bridge, anti-fog and scratch-resistant lenses and 100 percent UV protection.
Speedo Vanquisher 2.0 Goggles
Speedo Vanquisher 2.0 goggles come in several different styles, all costing between$15 and $20. Vanquisher 2.0 goggles feature an ultra-low profile, which offers up to 25 percent more peripheral vision than the original Vanquisher goggles. They also come with UV protection, anti-fog lenses, and with 100 percent poly vinyl chloride (PVC) construction, making them environmentally friendly. The soft silicone eye seals increase comfort and ultra-mirrored coating helps to even further reduce glare.
Original Swedish Goggles
Original Swedish goggles are considered the most popular goggles among competitive swimmers, and come in a ready-to-assemble racing design with a smooth seal and shatter-resistant lenses. They also have a unique, multi-adjustable string nose bridge and a double-banded head strap for added strength. And they only cost around $5. These small, sleek and comfortable goggles are often imitated, which is a sure sign of their high performance quality.
Article Written By Ariel Phillips
Ariel Phillips is an editor and writer living in Portland, Ore. He has written for "n+1 Journal" and "The Rumpus Magazine," among others. He maintains an interest in a variety of subjects, including art, culture, the environment, media, the sciences and sports. He earned bachelor's degrees in art and philosophy from the University of California, Santa Barbara.