Goggles
Sable RS922
They may be quite expensive, but for your money you get a smoke tint on the lenses, a carrycase and a selection of nose bridges for a precise fit. But the key sell for the brand is the option for full optical lenses with a prescription of up to -10 plus different left/right options. The […]
Aqua Sphere Kaynenne
Aqua Sphere’s Kayenne goggle is rather large and retains and unusual shape with a low profile below the eye. Because of this sizing it’s not the most streamlined goggle here, and we could feel the water buffering the goggle when diving, making it too big for races with a dive start or fast swimmers. But […]
Blueseventy Hydra-Vision
New Zealand brand Blueseventy’s Hydra-Vision may be larger than your average pool swimming goggle yet they remain streamlined enough to be drag-efficient. They come with a variety of lens options to suit all types of light conditions, with our preference being to opt for a transparent or slightly tinted lens to prevent glare from the […]
Zoggs Predator Flex Polarized
With the 2012 open-water season just around the corner, thoughts turn to aspects of lake and sea swimming that we don’t have to deal with over the winter, such as temperature, navigation issues and glare. Sunlight can cause a problem, whether you’re swimming directly into the sunrise or dealing with the glare of the midday […]
Head Tiger LSR+
Head’s new Tiger LSR+ goggles use bi-silicone technology to ensure a super-soft fit with no leaking or fogging. Goggles typically use a harder material around the frame and a soft silicone around the eyes, but here Head get around that problem by developing a moulded gasket with two types of silicone. The result is a […]
Blue Seventy Hydra-Vision
When you think Blue Seventy, chances are you first and foremost think ‘wetsuit’ rather than ‘goggles’. But the American company were the official goggle brand for 2008’s FINA 10km Marathon Swimming World Cup. Yep, they know a thing or two about the open water. The Hydra-Vision is a nice bit of kit; super-light and low-profile, […]
Aqua Sphere Kayenne
The brains behind some of the most innovative and award-winning goggles on the market have recently launched the Kayenne: a goggle with a low-drag frame that offers four-way vision (up and down as well as 180° to the sides). The extra visibility is a great bonus for open-water swimming, where you’ll want to be able […]
TYR Arc 180
TYR’s tri-specific offering is the Arc 180 mask, for those who prefer extra protection and heightened visibility. And because of the Arc 180’s relatively small build and light weight, it’s suitable for both adults and juniors. We tested the clear, but it also comes in a choice of smoke, blue and pink lenses, which are […]
TYR Nest Pro
The Nest Pro, whose looks are inspired by the Bird’s Nest stadium in Beijing, was launched last year. While there’s no promising they’ll turn you into a Phelps or an Adlington, these goggles will certainly rest comfortably and remain water-tight in the wet stuff. The lenses offer wide peripheral vision, are great for both training […]
Zoggs White Predator
White is where it’s at for 2009, with everything from sports cars to (inexplicably) mountain bike frames appearing in this most impractical of shades. Zoggs has picked up on the trend with this limited-edition version of their hugely popular Predator goggle, as worn by Olympic Champ Jan Frodeno and World Champ Daniel Unger. The brand’s […]
