The Best Snow Goggles

The Best Snow Goggles

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Snow goggles protect your eyes from the sun, wind and snow exposure. They come in a multitude of colors, designs and lens tints and with features such as UV protection and anti-fogging treatment. There are many brands to choose from, but some of the leading models are made by Oakley, Burton and Smith.

Oakley A Frame

With a design model named after Olympic gold medalist Shaun White and a top rating from Altrec.com, the Oakley A Frame is one of the best-selling snow goggles in the market. It has anti-fog treated ballistic lens, 100 percent UV protection (A, B and harmful blue light as well) and venting to eliminate fogging and control airflow. It is also equipped with lens pass ANSI standard Z87 technology for optical clarity, high definition optics, high mass and high velocity.

Burton Anon Figment

Recommended as the best snowboarding goggles at Galttech.com, the Burton Anon Figment is a stylish goggle that offers maximum ventilation and precise optics. Designed for high performance, it boasts high-density polycarbonate lenses, scratch-resistant coating without distortion and anti-fog treatment. The Burton Anon Figment has an auto-adjust strap attachment for various face and helmet straps, as well as a soft face foam to seal with the skin. Select models have leather-wrapped frames for added durability.

Smith Heiress Goggles

The Smith Heiress model has a top rating both from Sierra Snowboard and Altrec.com. Smith is popular for setting the standard for women's snow goggles. The Heiress is designed specifically to fit female facial features and is built with features such as spherical, carbonic-X lens; patented vaporator lens with porex filter; and a dual-layer foam with a fleece face lining for comfort. The lens are shatter, fog and scratch resistant and has a patented regulator adjustable ventilation.

Article Written By Rona Aquino

Rona Aquino began writing professionally in 2008. As an avid marathon runner and outdoor enthusiast, she writes on topics of running, fitness and outdoor recreation for various publications. Aquino holds a Bachelor of Arts in communications and English from the University of Maryland College Park.

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