cjsgrlsx3 0 #1 March 21, 2007 I only have 5 jumps in my AFF program but was wondering what you all thought of these. I have done a search and only three came up a few years ago. They are the WileyX XL-1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougH 270 #2 March 21, 2007 Huh? "The restraining order says you're only allowed to touch me in freefall" =P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
darkwing 4 #3 March 21, 2007 He probably means these sunglasses... http://www.opticsplanet.net/wileyx-sunglasses-xl-1.html Edit: Buy other stuff than expensive shades first. Altimeters, jumpsuit... -- Jeff My Skydiving History Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjsgrlsx3 0 #4 March 21, 2007 Sorry it didn't upload the attachment the first time Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JustChuteMeNow 0 #5 March 22, 2007 Hey Cassandra, I used them in the wind tunnel and I had problems with them coming off. However, I used them in the wind tunnel because I had been using them in freefall and I never had a problem with them in freefall. In fact they worked great because they didn't fog up and they are extemely light weight. However, based on the problems I had with them in the tunnel I don't recommend them. I tried to tighten them down as much as I could and in the tunnel they just wouldn't stay on. As someone already said, there are cheaper alternatives that work great.Think of how stupid the average person is and realize that statistically half of them are stupider than that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thunderbow 1 #6 March 22, 2007 Here is what I started using after I had my eye surgery done. They are Wiley X SG-1 Googles. They come with detachable temples that can be replaced by an elastic strap that comes with them. I have gotten real good prices on e-bay. Just do a search on the name.>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Lord, let me be the person my dog thinks I am. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #7 March 22, 2007 I wear them - they've lasted maybe 200+ jumps without a single sign of wear. Great goggles and can be used as sun glasses when you're on the ground. DONT buy them from the above link. Hit up e-bay, they're like £10 on there Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjsgrlsx3 0 #8 March 22, 2007 I purchased mine at the Marine Corps Exchange for $50. They said if they don't allow me to wear them then I can bring them back for a refund. But now I am worried about them coming off. They fit pretty snug but I will have to see. They did carry the SG pair also. Maybe I will exchange them for those. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #9 March 22, 2007 Never had a problem with mine, though I don't think I've ever used them in a tunnel as someone mentionned above. I just make sure they're pushed onto the bridge of my nose before exit and I give the elastic a swift tug as I head towards the door, (I ensure the elastic is below the rear edge of my helmet for this reason). Your mileage may vary - give it a shot and if worst comes to worst you just got yourself some sunglasses. I would counsel you against using them till at least you're self supervised. Instructors like to be able to see your eyes so avoid any eye-wear which have tinted lenses. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #10 March 22, 2007 Isn't he that coyote character that is always chasing that road runner on TV cartoons? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjsgrlsx3 0 #11 March 22, 2007 Yeah, guess I don't want him stuck to my face, huh? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjsgrlsx3 0 #12 March 22, 2007 I alrady have an alti and am working on getting my jumpsuit. I only paid $50 for these at the exchange so my jumpsuit will cost more. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
