Goggles can make or break a day on the slopes. Ever been blinded by glare off snow or couldn’t see ahead because of snow flurries? Then you know the importance of having the right pair of ski or snowboard goggles for the conditions. That’s why ski goggles come in a range of different colors, each designed to offer a specific advantage on the snow.
Slay the slopes in ‘Pink Twice.’ These ultra-bright ‘Aura’ snow goggles melt the mountain with a hot pink aesthetic and metallic frame finish. The performance benefits are even less subtle than the style.
Ski Goggles Lenses Explained
Key Features and Benefits
- Visual Light Transmittance (VLT): ‘Aura Goggles’ makes carving your place on the mountain easier than ever with a Visual Light Transmittance (VLT) of 9-14%. That means you’ll be equally prepared for both bright and medium light conditions; glare off the slopes will be reduced yet visibility will remain high even on overcast days.
- Lens Color and Visibility: Different colors affect visibility in different ways. The most important factor is the amount of light that is reflected off of the snow.
- Anti-Fog Technology: SNOW goggles are by nature anti-fog and prevent condensation thanks to their dual-material lens (polycarbonate on the outside and cellulose acetate on the inside).
- Durable Construction: The polyurethane structure guarantees excellent resistance in the event of a fall or thermal shock.
- Comfort: Comfort is guaranteed: the thermoformed foam adapts perfectly to the contours of the face (optimal thickness of 15mm).
- Adjustable Headband: SNOW goggles are equipped with a thick adjustable headband with non-slip silicone strips to ensure optimum support. The rear buckle makes it easy to put on, especially for spectacle wearers.
- Bonus Items: With every ‘Aura’ goggle, you’ll receive a complimentary, matching Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) case, renowned for its durability and toughness.
VLT is the amount of light that passes through your lenses and reaches your eyes. Visible light transmission - measured as a percentage - is affected by factors such as the color, thickness, coatings and material of the lenses. Manufacturers will often list a goggle’s VLT (or light transmission) with their products specs.
Lens Color Guide
When choosing a goggle lens color, first consider the conditions you’re most likely to ski or ride. Are you blessed with sun-drenched slopes at your local mountain? Or are cloudy socked-in rides a norm? Do conditions change quickly over the course of a few hours so it makes more sense to get a goggle for all-purpose use?
You’ll want to find a tint that is most suited for the light and weather conditions you’re skiing or riding. (Of course, you may need different lenses for different situations and we’ll talk more about your options below).
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Once you’ve decided your riding conditions and the corresponding VLT for those conditions, then choosing the color is largely a matter of personal preference. Goggle manufacturers give you many color options to express your individual style through your goggles while enhancing visibility for the specific conditions you want to ski.
Here is a general guide to lens colors and their ideal conditions:
- Dark or Mirrored Lenses: Dark or mirrored lenses like platinum, gray, black and red are suitable for days when the sun is blazing. They typically have a lower VLT (about 25 percent or less).
- Softer Colors: Softer colors like rose, yellow and gold increase contrast in overcast, low-light situations. They typically have a higher VLT (about 50 percent or more).
- Clear Lenses: Lenses with the highest VLT (up to 100%) block very little or no light. This makes clear lenses ideal for all low light conditions.
- Grey Lenses: Grey lenses ski goggles are known for their ability to handle a wide variety of lighting conditions well.
A ski goggle with a dark lens will absorb more light than a goggle with a light lens. This can be helpful on very bright days when the sun is high in the sky and the snow is reflecting a lot of light. Clear lenses will also help you see better in shady areas or on cloudy days.
Additional Features
- Easy Swap Magnetic Lens System: Our Easy Swap Magnetic Lens System is a game-changer. An array of eight magnets makes swapping out spare lenses a cinch-just snap in place and go.
- Helmet Compatibility: We’ve designed all our goggles to be 100% helmet compatible.
Customer Reviews
Here’s what customers are saying about Blenders hot pink ski goggles:
Karamel K. Verified Buyer Happy customer4.5 stars: These goggles are amazing after 2 months of trying to find the perfect hot pink goggles so that my whole outfit could match my skis, I found these. The magnets on the lenses are SUPER strong, and the goggles are very clear. As well as the case it came with being phenomenal with another bag for protecting inside the case and a clip on the outside so I can clip it to my bag. Plus, it came with stickers and a cleaning rag! I would definitely recommend these to anyone interested in getting some high-quality ski goggles.
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