Its interchange system is not the fastest to use—it’s outdone by the magnetic Anon M4 below—but the I/O Mag earns its title as the best all-around ski goggle with its excellent ChromaPop lenses. Their Method is a great case in point: Its large yet low-profile frame delivers excellent peripheral vision, and the three-layer foam padding does a nice job with both next-to-skin feel and moisture wicking. Within their lineup, the I/O Mag stands out as their most well-rounded design: it offers excellent optics and fit, comes with two. Therefore, it’s an absolute must that your goggles are compatible with helmets, which as aforementioned, most are.

Made in three different frame sizes, almost everyone fits an I/O Mag: The I/O Mag S is for small faces, the I/O Mag XL has the largest fit, and the standard I/O fits a medium-sized face perfectly.With their very refined style, these women ski goggles come with a dual spherical lens and an anti-fog treatment for an unlimited field of view. Our ski goggles feature a flexible frame construction and adjustable straps, guaranteeing a secure fit for all head sizes. But this doesn’t detract from the excellent visibility, all-day comfort, and high-end build quality of the Flight Deck. For overcast and gray days, you’ll find lenses that are much clearer than the first two categories and come in very light shades of yellow and blue. Further, we found the Zeiss lenses to be a bit duller overall than ChromaPop, although we certainly appreciate the natural colors and feel.

The primary reason to opt for a cylindrical lens is cost, but some just prefer the look, which avoids the bug-eye style on many modern spherical models. Perfect for skiing and snowboarding, our selection of snowboard goggles offer varied protection and a comfortable fit.

It features a Bronze double Japanese super flex Lexan spherical polycarbonate lenses, the best lens option for all light conditions. And a frameless goggle like the Oakley Flight Deck admittedly does have expansive views (at the compromise of a little more vulnerability to damage at the edges). If the weather is cloudy, overcast or snowing you are unlikely to be able to see too much without goggles, and your eyes will need assistance to keep you safe on the hill.