aceisback Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 I have tried Oakley, Smith, Spy, and a host of other MX goggles with no luck on really keeping out the sand and dust. Especially heading out from wash road to the big stuff at Glamis. That damn talcum powder crap is impossible to keep out. I'm usually the tail end of the group because somehow I've been deemed the responsible one, but even when leading and the wind has picked up I still get crap in my eyes. I've grown tired of it. So , what do you guys do to your goggles, foam, etc, to keep your eyes protected? There has to be some type of RedNeck engineering that works. Supposedly the closed cell foam on the Oakley Crowbar series does the trick but before I lay out $60 on a set I need to hear from those that have used them that they actually work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Cheese Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 i have had my spys for 3 seasons now, and have not had a problem with them that also goes with oakleys too maybe your head is just mishaped?? MA FACKA!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dumontdude10 Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 I have Spys And iv never had a problem with them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAGDOLL MX Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 i have the oakley crowbars, and i love them...pricey but worth it! i wash mine in the sink with soap n water, and let them dry over night good to go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandpirates2 Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 I'm with Ragdoll, got the same hookup and have not had an issue. I also use them when flying on open cockpit of friends bi-plane and they've worked well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunefreak Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 I have had excellent luck with the Oakley Sand Goggles. They work great. The only issue I have is when it is hot out they sometimes fog up becuase they seal TOO good. They use neoprene instead of foam to seal out the sand. http://www.duneguide.com/ProductReview_oakley_goggles.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aceisback Posted February 8, 2008 Author Share Posted February 8, 2008 maybe your head is just mishaped?? I never denied being a CROMAG! I just want to be a dust and sand free eyes Neanderthalian. Sounds like I may have to breakdown and buy some o'dose Oakley Crwobars... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandpirates2 Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 The only issue I have is when it is hot out they sometimes fog up becuase they seal TOO good.]Pete - Go down to Sports Chalet and pick-up Divers Mask Anti-Fog. Spray it on, wash it off, dry with towel, and your good to go for the day. or you can just spit in it, rub it around and rinse it off, that works for a while too - diver trick, but depends on what you had for lunch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAGDOLL MX Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 try one of these Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EY3BA11 Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 i havent tried the Oakley Sand goggles yet however my ProGrip's are working great so far this season.. no real complaints yet.. Every now and again ill get a little grain or too after a HUUUGGGEEEE sand blast from some other 2 wheelers but for the most part they work great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deuce Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 I also have the Pro Grips. They have worked great for me. No sand through the goggles yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzukilt Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 no prob with my oaks, just put some uni filter oil on the foam, just kidding ..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ynot Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 I have progrips and they let some sand in but were great for the automatic lightening/dark of the lenses. However I bought the Oakley Sand goggles and the difference is fantastic for keeping the sand out. I only wear the Pro grips on a dusk time ride so I can see better and try to lead so I don't get blasted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingnut Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 Put a thin layer of vegi oil or cooking oil on the foam that will keep the sand out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motoxman30 Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 it dont matter what type of goggles u get...if u get blasted hard enough sand will always get through ive had my smiths for 6 years...yeah i know time for new ones...and its got a HUUUGGGEEE SCRATCH across the center but i been tryin out other peoples goggles as well i just bought some oneals a couple months ago...should be arriving any day now but every now and then when i hit a jump theres some hidden sand in my goggles that float up into my eyes i look into em and i cant find it theres one person i know that never gets sand in his eyes when hes drivin his buggy its a full on helmet with visor and cloth goin down the neck with an air hose attachment :kart: truth is...all of em will let in sand but some work better than others so do some lookin around...check out the reviews go into a cycle store and try some on and sometimes the most expensive ones arent the best :rant_on: DO NOT GET THE SMITHS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtprincess Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 We have a couple of pair of Oakley sand goggles and they work great! Only $35, or experiment like I did. Get craft foam, cut to fit your old gogles and glue. Cost, less than a buck. You can always buy new lenses for most frames too. I finally decided to get an extra pair of goggles one for day lenses and one for night lenses. What a set up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bp-guy Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 I have the Oakley's as well and like them alot. Although I hardly use them. I favor my shades over goggles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparskin18 Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 I have had excellent luck with the Oakley Sand Goggles. They work great. The only issue I have is when it is hot out they sometimes fog up becuase they seal TOO good. They use neoprene instead of foam to seal out the sand. http://www.duneguide.com/ProductReview_oakley_goggles.htm I have 4 pairs of these.......2 for the rhino and 2 for helmets..... the best pair of goggles I've ever owned... A little high priced but a good investment!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackpunx Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 I have progrips and they let some sand in but were great for the automatic lightening/dark of the lenses. However I bought the Oakley Sand goggles and the difference is fantastic for keeping the sand out. I only wear the Pro grips on a dusk time ride so I can see better and try to lead so I don't get blasted! Im not sure if they are called progrips.. But at Prowlers (my local sand shop) they sell goggles that are slef tinting... and sealed/antifog.. are there other companies out there? I'll go over monday and find out what they are.. They are about 45/50$ The owner says they work killer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EY3BA11 Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 those are probably the pro-grips.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohiohunter Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 I have Scott 83 Desert. No problems with them and I wear contacts. Not that expensive either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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