1.Swim Goggles Protect Your Eyes
2.How to Buy Swim Goggles
3.How to Find the Right Pair of Swim Goggles
Don't swim your first Triathlon without your goggles!
Swim goggles are not a mandatory accessory for a Triathlon the way your swim cap or your bike helmet are. But most people will want to use them anyways. Wearing goggles when you swim helps protect your eyes from the chemical make up of the water you're in and also from anything that might hit your eyes while you're swimming.
It makes sense to wear your goggles when you train in a pool to protect your eyes from the chlorine in the water. When you do your open-water training, you'll want to wear your goggles again to protect them from the sea-water. If your swim event will be in a lake, you may not need them. Some swimmers find that wearing goggles improves their visibility under the water, which helps you from getting disoriented.
You're not limited to wearing goggles.
Many triathletes wear swim masks when they're training and racing. They feel that the masks afford them even better visibility than goggles would. If you normally wear glasses or contacts, look into getting your goggles with vision corrected lenses.
While fitting goggles isn't as hard as fitting masks, you'll still need to take a fit and feel approach rather than buying your first pair online. The goggles can be adjusted around your nose bridge but you may find that some brands fit you better than others.
Introduction
If you are a competitive swimmer or a leisurely swimmer, chances are that you will be looking for a new pair of goggles at some point. Here are some helpful tips to consider when buying new swim goggles.
Steps
Step One
Decide on which type of lenses you want. The lenses are either clear or tinted various colors. They should offer UV protection, even if they are not darker lenses. Some lenses are anti-fog, which is helpful for swimming indoors.
Step Two
Select the type of goggle that fits you best. Take into consideration which style of swim goggle offers the greatest breadth for peripheral vision.
Step Three
Try on a few different sizes and brands to find the swim goggle that is the best fit for your head. Some have an adjustable nose piece for a better fit.
Step Four
Choose a color of swim goggle you like and don't mind wearing. Some are brighter and easier to spot than others.
Step Five
Adjust the straps to fit your head comfortably while trying on swim goggles. You want the fit to be tight enough so water does not get in, but not so tight that you get a headache from wearing your goggles.
Tips & Warnings
- If you wear glasses or contact lenses, look into buying goggles with corrective lenses.
- Ask about the store or manufacturee's return policy in case the goggles you buy do not work out the way you planned.
- Youth-sized goggles have an age range printed on the packaging to help you narrow down the selection.
- Like most eyewear, you get what you pay for with swim goggles. If you are a competitive swimmer, spend a little more to a good pair.
Introduction
Whether you're swimming competitively, for exercise or just for enjoyment, having a pair of goggles that fit well can sometimes make or break you. Finding the right pair can require some trial and error; but once you do, your dry eyes will thank you.
Steps
Step One
Narrow down the type of goggles you need. While most goggles are generally one-size fits all, some brands do categorize them. Not only are there specialty goggles designed for women and children, but they sometimes fall into categories depending on what their main use will be. General purpose, racing and specialty are all examples. This doesn't mean that women have to wear goggles that say "designed for women" on them, but it is a good place to start.
Step Two
Look at the materials. Check out the seals and the straps. Make sure that you think the materials would be comfortable when they are stuck to your face.
Step Three
Do in-store testing. Make sure the width of the goggle is comparable to the width of your face, and that the goggle has features you can use for slight adjustments. If you are allowed, put the eyepiece over your eye to make sure that the edges touch your eye socket. If you give the goggle a little push onto your eye, you can get and idea of whether it will seal in the water or not. Sometimes, the eye pieces are fine as long as they are being pulled from the right direction, so make sure the elastic band can go to the place on your head where it will hold the goggles in place the best.
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