What are all the Bollé Ski Goggle Lenses?
The importance of protection from Ultraviolet rays on the ski slope cannot be overstated. Most ski areas are at least a mile above sea level and many are more than two miles above sea level. As we rise in altitude and the atmosphere thins there is significantly less filtration of radiation in the atmosphere. In addition remember the reflective nature of snow, almost 85% of the Ultraviolet radiation will be reflected off snow. All of this adds up to even more justification for the use of goggles in both sunny and overcast conditions.
GOGGLE LENS MATERIALS:
Polycarbonate:
Virtually indestructible material. 100% UV protection. Optically correct, distortion free. Polycarbonate is the outside lens on our flash goggle lenses.
Acetate:
Lightweight and durable. 100% UV protection. Optically correct and distortion free. Acetate is the inside lens on all goggle and outside layer on most goggles.
Polypropionate:
Lightweight and durable. 100% UV protection. Optically correct and distortion free. Polypropionate is used in our Phototropic goggles. Phototropic is fused with silver iodized crystals which are light sensitive, darkening with the brightness of the sun.
LENS OPTIONS:
Phototropic:
A light sensitive lens, darkening or lightening with the intensity of the sun.
Vermillon:
Contrast lens, good for low light conditions.
Vermillon Polarized:
Recommended for bright, high glare conditions, good contrast lens.
Clear:
For night skiing, your eyes need to recieve the maximum avalible light.
Citrus:
Transitional lens color between amber and yellow, good for all skiing conditions.
MISCELLANEOUS TIPS: If moisture gets on the inside of the lens never wipe it off (This will remove the P.80 coating) always shake out the snow and the moisture will disapate on the lens. Never use windex or glass cleaner on the lens. It will remove the anti-fog coating.
