Cylindrical Lens

Designed with a low-bridge design (Asian Fit), the goggles provide extra padding around the nose area to eliminate gaps and create a snug, secure seal for riders with a lower nose bridge.

Medium

Included

Manual / Pull apart lens changing system.

Unisex. This product is designed without a gender fit in mind.

• Manual lens changing system.
• Ultimate Integration: Designed for ultimate integration with Smith helmets for maximum comfort, venting and fog-free performance.
• Fog-X: Antifog inner coating for clear performance in all conditions.
• Cylindrical Carbonic-x lens for clarity and impact resistance with built-in Airflow technology for active ventilation.
  
  

Fog happens - it's just part of riding in the mountains. To keep your goggles in top shape, never touch the inside of the lens; there's a super delicate anti-fog coating that can be damaged with even the lightest touch.

Always store them in a soft bag, avoid placing them face-down, and let them air dry naturally after use. Steer clear of heaters or humid spots to keep them clear for your next run.

ChromaPop

ChromaPop is Smith’s lens innovation engineered to deliver maximum contrast, precise colour recognition, and enhanced terrain definition in snow environments. By selectively filtering out specific wavelengths where colour confusion occurs, ChromaPop allows your eyes to recognise true colours faster and with greater accuracy.

The result is a lens that enhances clarity, depth perception, and visual sharpness, enabling riders to see contours, textures, and transitions in the snow with increased confidence, whether you're charging through variable light or navigating technical terrain.

A good pair of goggles is your best friend on the mountain: they keep wind, snow, and glare out of your eyes while protecting your vision in changing weather. Before getting into lens colours, tints, and high-tech features, start with the basics: the right fit. That means a snug seal all the way around your face, especially at the nose, and perfect harmony with your helmet, sitting flush without pressure points and leaving no awkward gap between the goggle and helmet brim.

From there, it’s about finding the setup that matches how and where you ride: the lens that suits your light conditions, the tech that boosts contrast, and the shape that keeps your vision sharp. In the sections ahead, we’ll break down the essentials so you can choose with confidence,  whether you’re gearing up for your first season or chasing steeper lines every weekend.

Beyond lens shape and colour, modern goggles use specific technologies to improve clarity, comfort, and fog control.

UV protection

Nearly all new goggles block 100% UVA/UVB/UVC. UV intensity increases with altitude, so full protection helps prevent eye fatigue and long-term damage.

Mirrored lenses

A reflective outer coating reduces the amount of light entering the lens, cutting glare and improving clarity in bright conditions.

Double lenses

Dual-pane construction creates a thermal barrier that significantly reduces fog compared with single-lens designs (now standard on quality goggles).

Anti-fog coating

A hydrophilic treatment on the inner lens helps disperse moisture and limit fogging. It’s delicate—don’t wipe the inside; let it air-dry if it gets wet.

Photochromic (transition) lenses

These lenses automatically adjust to changing light—darkening in strong UV and lightening in low light. They’re versatile, but note there’s a short delay before the tint fully adapts.

Brand contrast tech (e.g., Prizm, ChromaPop, VIVID, Lumalens) also sits on top of these fundamentals to enhance contrast and terrain definition, reducing eye fatigue across varying conditions.

Most quality goggles include venting, but designs vary. More effective airflow = less fog. Make sure your goggle vents aren’t blocked by your helmet’s brim or padding; clear pathways help warm, moist air escape and keep the lens clear.

Cylindrical (Flat) Lenses 

These lenses curve horizontally while remaining flat vertically. Cylindrical lenses offer good performance at a lower price point.

Spherical Lenses 

Spherical lenses, on the other hand, curve both horizontally and vertically around your face.
Offer better glare defence
More volume between the face and lens for improved ventilation
More optically -correct with minimum distortion
Better suited for those who wear glasses under their goggles.

Toric Lenses

The toric lens is essentially the cylindrical and spherical lenses combined.
It is slightly less curved on the y- axis but a true spherical curve on the x- axis.
The shape of the lens more closely follows the shape of your face so it gives you better optics and you still get an amazing peripheral view.

Picking the right lens tint isn’t just about matching your jacket, it’s about how well you see in different conditions. Every lens colour filters light differently, which can make a huge difference in visibility and comfort on the mountain.

The key spec here is VLT (Visible Light Transmission), the percentage of light that passes through the lens:

High VLT (around 50–90%) – Best for low light, snowy, foggy, or flat-light days. Lets in more light so you can see better when it’s dim.

Low VLT (around 5–20%) – Ideal for bright, sunny days. Blocks more light to reduce glare and eye strain.

Mid-range VLT (around 20–40%) – A versatile choice for mixed or changing conditions throughout the day.

Most brands offer tints designed for everything from full bluebird skies to storm days, and some pair these colours with contrast-enhancing tech to make terrain features stand out more clearly. Choosing the right tint means you’ll see more detail, ride with more confidence, and enjoy the day no matter what the weather throws at you.

What is Low Bridge/Asian Fit?

Low bridge goggles are designed for riders whose nose bridge sits lower on the face, which can cause a gap between the goggle foam and the nose area when wearing a standard fit. That gap can let cold air in and reduce overall performance.

To solve this, low bridge goggles have extra foam around the nose, creating a snug, gap-free seal. The result is a more tailored fit that stays comfortable all day, keeps the elements out, and ensures your goggles perform the way they’re meant to—no constant adjusting required.

Finding the right goggle shape

Goggles come in different sizes (small, medium, and large) and getting the right one matters. Too big or too small, and you risk losing peripheral vision or feeling uncomfortable all day.

Start by making sure the goggle creates a full seal around your cheeks and nose with no gaps. If you notice a gap above the nose bridge, you may need a low bridge fit, which adds extra foam in that area for a snugger seal.

Whenever possible, try your goggles on with your helmet to check compatibility. You’re looking for:

• - No pressure on the nose
• - Little to no gap between the helmet and the top of the goggle
• - A consistent seal around the eyes
• - Clear peripheral vision
• - Overall comfort
  

Finally, think about how versatile you want your setup to be. Some riders prefer one lens that works well in most conditions (except extreme whiteouts), while others switch lenses depending on the weather. Many goggles come with a spare lens, while others allow you to buy replacements separately so you can mix and match.