snownutz
Expert
I have a Hjc motocross helmet with deflector. I am using the smith snow warp goggle right know but I have been having problems with getting snow dust in them through the lense vents. Just wanted to know whats working for everyone else.
SISCAKIDD
Expert
have the same problem with the snow warps,very annoying
spy blizzards (now targaII snow) work well for me with my hjc lids. if you are getting dust in the vents tape the vents alittle. it helps. ski
arteeex
TY 4 Stroke Master
Oakley O-Frame snow goggles work for me.
skidooman383
Extreme
Don't know whats best but I use an HJC helmet also and I have a set of 509s and they don't cover the sides very well. I also have a set of Smith and they are much better. Can't remember what Smith's I have but I think the Smith's are better.
I would say the new scott snowmobile goggles. I have a pare but forget what model but they dont fog at all just came in from -10 riding no fog....
But the best part about these goggles are the transitional lenses doring the day they tint themselfs then when it gets darker there totally clear..
Buy the way i beleive they just came out this winter
But the best part about these goggles are the transitional lenses doring the day they tint themselfs then when it gets darker there totally clear..
Buy the way i beleive they just came out this winter
I use these http://scottusa.com/us_en/product/3273/ ... _thermamax
Best googles i have ever tried.
Best googles i have ever tried.
Alatalo
TY 4 Stroke Master
My vote too...EsonPZ said:
fxnytrortx3
Expert
Unluckydiablo
Expert
I was just about to buy a pair of 509's too. Can you guys wear this setup (moto style helmet and goggles), do 200 mile rides and not get cold?
billey100
Pro
+1 on the Scott Voltage X Thermamax
I have a HJC and use those goggles and no snow dust at all. I wear them day and night with the slight blue tinted lense.
I have a HJC and use those goggles and no snow dust at all. I wear them day and night with the slight blue tinted lense.
Alatalo
TY 4 Stroke Master
I use an Arai VX-3 motocross helmet with the above mentioned Scott Voltage X OTG goggles (my avatar pic is with Enduro OTGs, though...). Most of the time, this is warm enough for aggressive trail and off-trail riding. On extremely cold days I add a Scott balaclava thing called "Head Heater Max", basically to make sure that the areas just below the helmet are covered.Unluckydiablo said:
I use my prescription glasses when I ride, and I have found this to be the best combination. I have tried them all. Full face helmets, contact lenses, goggles with built-in prescription glasses. The prescription glasses, MX helmet and OTG goggle combination is basically the only one that offers zero problems, no matter what the conditions are.
fxnytrortx3
Expert
Unluckydiablo said:
i have never gotten cold with my setup in the previous pic. Just make sure that you have your neckie covering all places around where your goggle seats on your face.
darren
stewartb
Expert
Shoei RJ Air Platinum open face helmet. Smith Caribou PMT goggles with full shield attached. Qwik straps. With that set-up and a standard balaclava I'm good to about -10F. Below that I'll add a Gator Mask. Below -35F or so I'll use a No Fog rather than the Gator for better breathing/less icing. -50F to +50F, always the same helmet, always comfortable.
MX helmets are a sure recipe for frostbite. I've had a few and I'll never wear one again. My riding friends all wear a similar set-up as me. So do most Irondog racers. Open face helmets with goggles and face guards are the warmest, most comfortable, most fog-free combo I've ever used. And I can drink a beer without taking my helmet off, which is nice.
MX helmets are a sure recipe for frostbite. I've had a few and I'll never wear one again. My riding friends all wear a similar set-up as me. So do most Irondog racers. Open face helmets with goggles and face guards are the warmest, most comfortable, most fog-free combo I've ever used. And I can drink a beer without taking my helmet off, which is nice.
509's are great goggles for warmer temps, on the coldest days they let in way too much air. make your eyes water pretty good. you may need to tape up some vents to make them work.
best thing to is to get a few different pair and try them to see what works best for your helmet, your face/head shape. what works for one may not work for another. good luck in your quest.
once you find the goggle that works for you, buy several pair and several color lenses for different light conditions. i usually carry 5 pair dark tint, light tint, hi res (yellow, amber, rose type color), and then clear for the ride home.
i am a powder/offtrail rider so we get the goggles filled with snow regularly, nice to pull out another clean dry pair.
couple big tips, DO NOT WIPE THE INSIDE OF THE LENS AT ALL WHEN IT IS WET. the anti fog coating will smear and blur the lens. if the inside gets fogged or wet and you cant warm them to dry, PUT ON ANOTHER PAIR.
if you drop the goggles in the snow (happens all the time) dont wipe the snow off, tap the goggle on your seat, pant leg ect... most of the time the frame and lens are cold enough only fine dust will stick. the rest will blow off (outside), melt off (inside) when you start riding.
the biggest obstacle to making goggle set up fog free is, you need to seperate your breathing from the helmet. meaning your nose and mouth need a barrier from the goggle interior and exterior so you dont fog the goggle inside or out. that is where the breath boxes from hjc, no fog masks ect... come into play. ski
best thing to is to get a few different pair and try them to see what works best for your helmet, your face/head shape. what works for one may not work for another. good luck in your quest.
once you find the goggle that works for you, buy several pair and several color lenses for different light conditions. i usually carry 5 pair dark tint, light tint, hi res (yellow, amber, rose type color), and then clear for the ride home.
i am a powder/offtrail rider so we get the goggles filled with snow regularly, nice to pull out another clean dry pair.
couple big tips, DO NOT WIPE THE INSIDE OF THE LENS AT ALL WHEN IT IS WET. the anti fog coating will smear and blur the lens. if the inside gets fogged or wet and you cant warm them to dry, PUT ON ANOTHER PAIR.
if you drop the goggles in the snow (happens all the time) dont wipe the snow off, tap the goggle on your seat, pant leg ect... most of the time the frame and lens are cold enough only fine dust will stick. the rest will blow off (outside), melt off (inside) when you start riding.
the biggest obstacle to making goggle set up fog free is, you need to seperate your breathing from the helmet. meaning your nose and mouth need a barrier from the goggle interior and exterior so you dont fog the goggle inside or out. that is where the breath boxes from hjc, no fog masks ect... come into play. ski
