The popularity of winter sport brought in money into play. Soon, clothes and equipment related to the sport also started advancing. Today, ski goggles have become highly scientific eye protection equipment and can keep you safe in most conditions. Here are some benefits of winter sport equipment which make them necessary for certain conditions.
Ultraviolet protection is the first aspect you should be considering when choosing a ski goggle. The sun’s UV radiation is stronger on high altitudes because more rays reach unobstructed on higher locations and snow reflects the rays making the intensity all the more potent. Moreover the impact of global warming and the breach of the ozone layer has also increased the radiation reaching us from the sun. Smith goggles are a good example of winter optical wear that protects a person from high intensity ultra-violet radiation.
Protection from snow and ice is important for all winter sportsmen. They high speeds at which they go downhill can reach as high as 70 and even 80 kilometers an hour. Even small snow particles can cause considerable damage to your eyes and face if they hit at such high speeds. Ski goggles keep you safe and in fact are equipped with ventilation shafts which reduce the risk of impact with ice and snow to a minimum.
Certain winter sports, like backcountry skiing is considered more dangerous because the tracks are lined with trees and vegetation. The ski goggle will help keep your face protected from the breaking twigs and pointed leaves as you race through the vegetation. The goggles are designed to dissipate air pressure and all that comes with the wind, thus provides excellent protection. The smith goggles are on of the best designed optical wear in the market and give great protection in these situations.
A large population of the world lives in extreme weather areas. The two poles, Canada (Alberta in particular), Greenland, Alaska etc are all extremely cold and hot by blizzards every now and then. Keeping ski goggles at hand in their car can be very useful because they will provide excellent protection during sudden snow storms.
The military when expediting in cold areas use ski goggles to trek and map the land and topography before setting up camps and in general use also.
Aforementioned are some instances when the use of ski goggles is especially advised.
Happy and safe skiing to all!