Perks
Smith goggles are very comfortable to wear. The hypo-allergenic foam around the exterior of the goggles fits easily to the face and stays flexible in very cold conditions. Smith treats its lenses with an antifog coating. Smith also offers interchangeable lenses so a skier can select from darker or lighter lenses, depending on the conditions they are skiing in.
Sacrifices
Even with the venting and the antifog treatment, Smith goggles can fog up if placed on the forehead, and they will fog if you are in the backcountry and hiking uphill, because you are generating more heat than can vent from the goggles.
Bottom Line
Smith goggles are an excellent choice for almost any downhill ski application. Properly cared for, Smith goggles can last for many seasons of hard skiing and snowboarding.
Article Written By Candace Horgan
Candace Horgan has worked as a freelance journalist for more than 12 years. Her work has appeared in various print and online publications, including the "Denver Post" and "Mix." Horgan holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and history.
