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Magnetic Ski Goggles

Engineered for clarity in every condition. The Skyra Goggle Collection combines advanced lens technology, all-day comfort, and reliable protection to keep your focus where it belongs—on the mountain.

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Frequently asked questions

Magnetic ski goggles use magnets positioned around the goggle frame to securely hold the lens in place. The main advantage is that the lens can be removed and replaced much more quickly than with traditional clip-in or framed lens systems.

This makes magnetic ski goggles particularly useful when mountain conditions change during the day. You can switch between lenses designed for brighter sunshine, mixed conditions or lower-light skiing without having to struggle with small clips or remove the entire goggle frame.

Skyra magnetic ski goggles feature an interchangeable magnetic lens system designed to make lens changes quick and straightforward on the mountain.

For many skiers, yes. Magnetic ski goggles are particularly useful if you regularly ski in changing weather or want the option of using different lenses for different light conditions.

Mountain weather can change quickly, especially in the Alps. A morning can begin cloudy or snowy before becoming bright and sunny later in the day. Being able to change your ski goggle lens quickly means you can select a lens that better suits the conditions rather than relying on one lens for every situation.

The magnetic system itself does not determine the optical quality of the goggles, so it's also important to consider UV protection, anti-fog treatment, lens tint, VLT and fit.

Small but strong magnets are positioned around the lens and corresponding areas of the goggle frame. When the lens is placed close to the frame, the magnets pull it into the correct position and hold it securely.

To change the lens, gently remove the existing lens from the frame and align the replacement lens with the magnetic mounting points.

The benefit is speed and convenience. A traditional interchangeable lens can sometimes require clips, tabs or pressure around the frame, whereas a magnetic lens can normally be changed in seconds.

Always make sure the lens is fully seated around the frame before skiing.

VLT stands for Visible Light Transmission and describes how much visible light passes through a ski goggle lens.

A lower VLT percentage allows less light through and is generally better suited to brighter, sunnier conditions.

A higher VLT percentage allows more light through and can be useful during cloudy weather, snowfall or flatter light.

As a general guide:

Low VLT: bright sunshine and strong mountain light
Medium VLT: mixed or variable conditions
Higher VLT: cloudy, snowy or low-light conditions

The exact VLT varies between lenses, so check the specification of the individual Skyra ski goggle colour you are considering.

There isn't one ski goggle lens colour that is best for every condition.

Mirrored and darker lenses are often chosen for brighter mountain conditions because they help reduce the amount of visible light reaching your eyes.

Pink, rose, amber and similar lens tints are often popular for variable conditions because they can help provide useful contrast on the snow.

The important specification to consider is the lens's VLT, rather than choosing purely by appearance.

Magnetic interchangeable lenses make it easier to use different lenses depending on the weather and light conditions you encounter during your ski trip.

Yes. Skyra ski goggles feature UV400 protection, designed to protect your eyes from UVA and UVB radiation while skiing.

UV protection is especially important in the mountains. UV exposure increases with altitude, while snow can also reflect a significant amount of sunlight back towards your eyes.

For this reason, proper UV protection should be one of the main specifications you look for when choosing ski or snowboard goggles.

Skyra ski goggles feature an anti-fog lens treatment designed to help reduce condensation and maintain visibility while skiing.

However, no ski goggle is completely immune to fogging. Ventilation, temperature, moisture, helmet fit and how the goggles are handled can all affect fogging.

To help prevent ski goggles fogging:

Keep the ventilation areas clear.
Avoid placing wet goggles directly against your forehead.
Allow goggles to dry fully after skiing.
Avoid wiping the inside of a wet lens whenever possible.
Don't store damp goggles inside a closed bag overnight.

Looking after the anti-fog coating can help maintain its effectiveness.

A cylindrical ski goggle lens curves horizontally across the face while remaining relatively flat vertically.

This creates the distinctive modern, wide-lens appearance seen on many contemporary ski and snowboard goggles.

Skyra magnetic ski goggles use a cylindrical lens design, providing a wide field of view while maintaining a clean, modern profile.

Cylindrical lenses are popular with both recreational and experienced skiers because they combine functional mountain visibility with a low-profile goggle shape.

Skyra ski goggles are designed to be helmet compatible and feature an adjustable strap so the fit can be adapted to different helmet sizes.

For the best fit, the top of the goggle should sit comfortably against the lower edge of the helmet without leaving a large gap across the forehead.

Because helmet shapes and individual face shapes vary, exact fit can differ between combinations. Adjusting the strap and checking the goggles with your helmet before skiing will give the best result.

Ski goggles should sit comfortably against your face without creating painful pressure points.

The foam should form a consistent seal around the face while allowing the goggles to sit naturally underneath or alongside your ski helmet.

The strap should be tight enough to keep the goggles securely positioned but not so tight that the frame is being pulled excessively against your face.

A good fit is important for comfort, visibility and helping to reduce unwanted airflow or gaps around the goggles.

Magnetic snow goggles can be used for both skiing and snowboarding. The requirements are essentially the same: UV protection, good visibility, comfortable fit, anti-fog performance and a lens suited to the prevailing mountain conditions.

An interchangeable magnetic lens system can be particularly useful for snowboarders and skiers who spend a full day on the mountain and experience changing light conditions.

Light conditions in the mountains can change dramatically throughout a single day.

You might start skiing in cloud or snowfall, experience bright sunshine around lunchtime and then encounter flatter light later in the afternoon.

A single ski goggle lens will normally be optimised for a particular range of conditions.

Interchangeable magnetic lenses allow you to adapt your goggles more easily by changing to a lens better suited to the conditions you're actually skiing in.

This is one of the biggest advantages of magnetic ski goggles over traditional fixed-lens goggles.

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