renee673 0 #1 June 14, 2007 Anyone have suggestions for good goggles to use to protect my contacts? I"m using the basic ones right now but during flips and stuff the wind gets in sometimes and shifts my contact making me temporarily unable to see closer then 1ft in front of me. I don't want to lose them in freefall b/c I would never be able to land safely without my contacts as my vision is so bad. thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phoenixlpr 0 #2 June 14, 2007 How about having a full face helmet with a visor? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon2 0 #3 June 14, 2007 Z-flex, mini or reghular depending on the size of your head. I use z-flex minis almost exclusively. ciel bleu, Saskia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jurgencamps 0 #4 June 14, 2007 lyles flex goggles http://www.square1.com/manufacturers/square1/p210.asp#LylesFlexvision Jurgen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,071 #5 June 14, 2007 Sorz worked best for me.Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisL 2 #6 June 14, 2007 QuoteZ-flex, mini or reghular depending on the size of your head. I use z-flex minis almost exclusively. You mean "Flex-Z"?__ My mighty steed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aardvarkeater 0 #7 June 14, 2007 I use the standard "Peerser" goggles and they work great for me. A lot will have to do with your face structure. I can't use some goggles because they don't form a seal around my eyes.Muff Brother #4026 Loco Zapatos Rodriguez SCR #14793 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dcgilbert 0 #8 June 14, 2007 I've had no problems with the Kroop's no-vent goggles. I'm currently using a Z-1 full face without any issues. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougH 270 #9 June 14, 2007 Sorz goggles create an excellent seal. They are also pretty low profile."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
Glitch 0 #10 June 14, 2007 Quote ...making me temporarily unable to see closer then 1ft in front of me Umm... generally speaking, I'd worry about bumping into things in freefall a lot sooner than when their only 1' away. Randomly f'n thingies up since before I was born... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nickkk 0 #11 June 14, 2007 QuoteZ-flex, mini or reghular depending on the size of your head. I use z-flex minis almost exclusively. Definetly FLex-Z mini's. Ive lost a contact on Sorz and the peerseer goggles. What do you do when someone throws a big planet at you? Throw your pilot chute in defense! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,071 #12 June 14, 2007 QuoteIve lost a contact on Sorz I will admit that the elastic band and adjuster on the Sorz initially allowed for some slippage and issues, however, once I adjusted it tight, then took the excess and tied a knot in the band next to the adjuster on the "loosen" side... no more problem.Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkeenan 13 #13 June 14, 2007 I've had a lot of success with prerscription goggles from Sport Rx. If you wear them instead of contacts, it simplifies things. Kevin_____________________________________ Dude, you are so awesome... Can I be on your ash jump ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Morrison79 0 #14 June 15, 2007 I have had problems with my contacts as well. Tried putting tape on the little holes but it didn't work to well. I would like to know if there are any goggles that could be made to my perscription. The only ones I have been able to find are the "Rex Spex" that people wear for basketball. Those look ridculous though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mandm 0 #15 June 15, 2007 I used to worry about my contacts a lot, too, but in the end, all different goggles I tried worked OK (about 8, from cheap to expensive). Make sure that they are quite tight, though.... If money doesn't matter, perhaps Wiley X (prescription or regular with contacts) or else just some cheap clear ones... Carry glasses or replacement lenses with you in case you do loose on lense, so you don't have to quit jumping that day... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMURRAY 1 #16 June 15, 2007 Quotelyles flex goggles http://www.square1.com/manufacturers/square1/p210.asp#LylesFlexvision Jurgen i wear a full face normally (oxygn flip up) but found the goggles you mention above to be excellent for use with contacts. Very tight fit around the edges. rm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjdskydiver 4 #17 June 18, 2007 I'll second that (Flex Zs). I've been wearing them for 10 years. Just make sure they're secure, so they don't flip up in freefall. Bungee cord tension varies. Might need to replace it with something like is used for a freebag safety stow, for improved snugness. I don't tape the vent holes. Have had only one problem with contacts, where one came out and stuck to the inside of the goggle, which I later lost in the grass... :o\ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
