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Have you ever wondered why ski goggles have different shapes, i.e. different curves? Well, maybe not. :) Nevertheless, the shape of the ski goggle lens can be an important purchase decision for you. We explain which types there are and why you should know about them.
Right on trend: the spherical glass
Spherical ski goggle lenses can be recognized by their three-dimensional curvature. If this statement doesn't mean much to you, no problem! Put simply, these are ski goggles that look spherical. The NAKED Optics ski goggle models The STORM and The FORCE EVO have these spherical lenses. The shape of the ski goggle lenses is adapted to the human eye, so they also have an outward curvature. This enables a particularly wide field of vision when skiing and snowboarding. This increased field of vision is particularly beneficial for freeriders who need to keep an eye on uneven terrain. However, the curvature can also lead to optical distortion of objects. This effect is particularly noticeable with spectacle wearers. The straight lens of the optical goggles and the curved lens of the ski goggles can result in distorted images.
The classic: the cylindrical glass
Ski goggles with a cylindrical lens are only curved in one direction. They have a flat and straight look. This adapts perfectly to the shape of your face. In the NAKED online store you will find The NOVA and The TROOP EVO models with cylindrical lenses. Even though you can be sure that the images will not be distorted with cylindrical ski goggle lenses, you will have to reckon with a restricted viewing angle. This form of ski goggles is particularly suitable for spectacle wearers, as the gas shape also adapts to the shape of optical glasses.
Stay true to your style
Both spherical and cylindrical ski goggles have advantages and disadvantages. So when choosing the type of goggles, you need to weigh up which aspects are particularly important to you. Ultimately, however, personal style is also an important decision criterion. While cylindrical ski goggle lenses have an almost vintage vibe, spherical ski goggles have a more futuristic look.
💡 NAKED Optics Insider Tip 💡
When choosing your ski goggles, you should also pay attention to your helmet. You can find out which helmets go best with which ski goggles in our ski helmet guide.
Credits: Florian Dorn