Photochromic Ski Goggles

What are photochromic ski goggles?

Photochromic ski goggles have lenses that react to UV light, darkening automatically in bright sun and becoming lighter when cloud rolls in, so a single lens adapts to changing conditions through the day. Giro photochromic ski goggles combine this automatic tint adjustment with VIVID contrast technology, for clear vision from first lift to last run.

VIVID Infrared Photochromic technology

Giro photochromic goggles use VIVID Infrared Photochromic lenses. The photochromic layer responds to the amount of UV light reaching the lens, adjusting its tint as conditions change, while VIVID technology, developed with ZEISS® Optics, lets in contrast-enhancing blue light and blocks harmful UV rays. The lens is available on models such as the Article II, Method, Index 2.0 and Balance II.

Benefits of photochromic ski goggles

• One lens for the whole day: no need to carry a second lens or stop to swap it when the weather changes.
• Clearer vision in flat light: the lens lightens as the light drops and VIVID keeps contrast on the snow, just like our flat light ski goggles.
• Less eye strain: the tint follows the light, so your eyes are not working against a lens that is too dark or too light.

Photochromic or interchangeable lenses?

Both are designed for changing light, but they work differently. A photochromic lens adapts on its own, which makes it ideal for days that move between sun and cloud. Interchangeable lens ski goggles let you fit a dedicated lens for the conditions, which can be the better choice if you often ski in very bright sun or heavy storms.