Open water can be cloudy, so a pair of good swimming goggles will make you more comfortable in the water and also help you
to see where you are going.
Remember, there are no lanes and walls in open water to help you maintain a straight course. That’s why a pair of good
goggles is vital.
- It is important that your goggles or mask fit correctly and are in good order. If they are badly scratched or are simply too old, then problems of fogging up and leaking will ruin your swim.
- Goggles vary greatly in styles and are also available in different sizes. What best suits you depends largely on the shape of your face. Comfort is paramount.
- Try on as many pairs as possible before choosing. Choose the pair that feels most comfortable and gives a good seal.
- All good goggles and swim masks are treated on the inside of the lenses with an anti-fog coating. This coating is not permanent and will eventually wear off.
- Anti-fog drops are available should you find that your goggles begin to fog up after some use.
- Anti-fog drops are swirled around in the goggles or mask and then rinsed out thoroughly prior to each swim to provide a temporary anti-fogging solution.