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Wide Angle Goggles

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hendriab
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Hey NS

So I have Crowbars, but am unhappy with the fit.  I feel as though I dont have any peripheral vision, cause the frame sticks out so far.  I am hoping that someone can recommend me a pair of goggles that may not have this problem.  I also have a pretty big head i.e. pretty big face, so looking for something along those lines.  Obvi C bars are out haha.  So far, people have been saying EG 2s, anyone else know of anything?  Thanks!
Sep 1 2011 11:04PM
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hendriab
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help me NS, your my only hope
Sep 1 2011 11:32PM
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Stose
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well i/os seem to not really have much of a frame. Also Dragon APX goggles dont even have a frame. Lastly poc lobes seem to not have much of a frame. These are all on top of eg2s
Sep 1 2011 11:36PM
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Rachy
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Really depends on the shape of your face.

Go into a shop that has a lot of options. If you wear a helmet, try them on with your helmet to make sure they don't push down further.

I'm assuming your face may be a bit more flat (I'm in the same boat) if you are having issues with the crowbars. Oakley makes an asian fit A-frame. I've had luck with the Dragon Rogues. I've also heard positive things about the I/Os but those don't fit my flat face. My experience with those is that they fit perfectly with the Variant helmet which is also meant for people with a bit more narrow head.

You really need to try them on. The person making retail is probably bored anyway. Let them work a little and fit you properly.
Sep 1 2011 11:56PM
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andrew95
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i have I/O's and i took a ride with my buddys eg 2's i couldn't believe how much they sucked, i had alot more vertical vision but i felt restricted when skiing switch and looking over my shoulder, i/o's are better imo
Sep 2 2011 12:00AM
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hendriab
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I/Os are def sounding pretty good.  Any one know anything about the Oakley Airbrakes that are coming out, or anything like that?
Sep 2 2011 8:34AM
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andrew95
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if you feel like paying a arm and a leg go for them, but as mentioned before make sure you try them on in a shop first
Sep 2 2011 11:19AM
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ProLens
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The I/O's really are a great goggle, but the only way you're going to find what you like is if you go to a local shop and try some on.
Sep 2 2011 11:40AM
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pfnotsch
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scott the fix have one of the wides field of view in my opinion...
Sep 2 2011 12:03PM
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james6345789
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I've never worn these, but it seems like they would have an incredible field of vision.
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Sep 2 2011 12:12PM
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hendriab
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bump.  Great ideas NS, keep em coming!
Sep 2 2011 8:02PM
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basedjase
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Have the exact same problem, thinking about getting some Von Zipper Dojos. They look sick. Just a suggestion..
Sep 3 2011 1:22AM
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