Buying Skydiving Goggles

Buying skydiving goggles can be intimidating. It doesn’t have to be. It also doesn't have to be hard to do—you can shop right online if you don't have a convenient place to shop in your hometown. You can protect your eyes from wind, debris, and more by strapping on a pair. Don't go diving without them.

Jump safely with skydiving goggles.

Tips for Buying Skydiving Goggles

The frame color and even lens color is, of course, your own personal choice. Here are some things you should look for in any pair of skydiving goggles:

• UV protection: 100%
• Polycarbonate lenses to prevent shattering
• Anti-fog lenses

Optional features that are nice to have for your own comfort:

• An adjustable strap
• Foam lining to hug your face and add a bit of cushion
• Lens tint

Find Your Goggles

Buying skydiving goggles may sound like an obscure task, and maybe even a difficult one, especially if you live in a small town. Here are some places online to order from:

• Birdz Eyewear Wing Clear Anti Fog Skydiving Goggles run about $12.00 on Amazon.com. They're clear and anti-fog, so you'll have the clearest vision possible as you tumble from absurd heights. Safety and comfort features include: shatterproof polycarbonate lenses (very important!), an adjustable strap, UV protection (something else that's incredibly important, especially when you're up so high), and a micro-fiber bag to keep them in excellent shape.

• Sport Rx G102 Black Frame Smoke Lenses Goggles from OpticsPlanet.net are another answer to your skydiving eyewear conundrum. These are advertised as a solution for sensitive eyes, offering maximum protection and ventilation while you're being assaulted by those high-speed winds. These aren't just for skydiving, so if you find yourself frequently motorcycling or participating in watercraft, these will do double—or triple—duty. With this pair, you get flexible frames, polycarbonate lenses, belt case, and a soft foam liner to keep your eyes safe and your head comfortable.

• BadDog Services has a number of skydiving goggles to choose from. Prices range from $15.99 to $34.95. Here are a few highlighted pairs:
  • Airfoil 7610, a pair with silver mirrored lenses that can easily be switched out to yellow. You get the foam seal, polycarbonate lenses, an adjustable strap, and UV protection. This pair is $29.95.
  • The Dyno 4560 is a pair of goggles with smoke lenses and polycarbonate lenses. This pair is $21.95.
  • The Nomad 4520 is a sleek style that offers a Neoprene lining, polycarbonate lenses, UV protection, and—the part that sets this pair apart from so many—a folding frame so you can stick them in your pocket and go as soon as you hit the ground. These are only $16.95.
  • The Freedom 4310 floats! They also have a padded frame and a detachable strap. These, too, cost $16.95.

• Headfirst Headwear has quite a few goggle designs, including the bright red Mongoose and the ultra-sleek Graphite2.

• Gravity Gear allows you to shop right on their site or contact them for a consultation. Talking one-on-one is one definite way to find what you're looking for. Goggle brands include Bobster, Gatorz, Wiley X, and more.

• Sport Rx has a multitude of styles to choose from. Quite a few of them are multi-tasking types, working for not only skydiving, but motorcycling, skiing, snowboarding, and more. As a bonus, some of their styles are available with prescription lenses. You won't have to take a blind leap!

• Kroop.com has goggles in various frame colors and tints. All are lightweight and meet OSHA's requirements. Retail and wholesale pricing are available.

A Final Word

When you're jumping from perilous heights, the last thing you want is something flying into your eye. Another thing you don't want is the sun in your eyes—or worse, UV damage. Make sure you do your homework when the time comes to select your goggles. Make yourself a checklist—UV protection, polycarbonate lenses, tint (if you wish), anti-fog lenses, and foam for comfort.

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