Whit Griffin Hike Up Grand Targhee to Test His POC Vitera Goggles | Photo Ryan Ariano Mountain Weekly News
POC’s Vitrea Goggles are exceptional. Light, fitted to your face, and with lens quality that will blow your mind, they are the perfect goggles. Whether you’re racing down a marked course, hitting epic face shots in deep powder, or sending it big in the park, the Vitrea is your perfect all-around goggle for anything you might encounter on the hill.
POC Clarity Lens Technology
The POC Vitrea boasts some of the most incredible lens tech I have yet to experience, incorporating different color spectrums with clarity lens technology. The different lenses sharpen the little details and contours of your environment, providing an exceptional visual experience that frankly, I haven’t experienced with any other ski or snowboard goggles.
Epic powder days that were unbearable because of flat light become yours to conquer and enjoy. I’ve been out on some foggy days and nasty blizzards this year at Grand Targhee. My low-vis days were saved by the POC Clarity Lenses.
Frame Design
The lenses of the Vitrea’s aren’t the only thing that stand out on these epic goggles. The shape and frame design of them is a close second. Featuring a triple layer foam guard that hugs your face and seals your eyes against the brutal winter weather, POC’s Vitrea goggles will be the most comfortable ones you will ever wear.
The actual frame of the POC Vitrea Ski Goggles displays an impressive balance of strength and flexibility that guarantees these goggles can take a hit. Although your lenses might take some damage over time from crashing and stray branches, the frame on these babies is pretty much indestructible.
Let’s talk about the lens clip on these things. You’ve probably noticed that when you buy magnetic goggles, you really can’t be guaranteed the quality of the magnet. A lot of times the lenses will fly out during even a light crash. The sturdy lens clip on the POC Vitreas will ensure the lenses stay in place no matter what, while still not sacrificing the efficiency of magnetic lenses, as switching lenses takes less than 10 seconds.
Overall Impression
POC’s new Vitrea Goggles ($260.00) boast a smooth, sleek style like never seen before. I promise you that when you throw them on and walk out onto the slopes, heads will turn and the compliments will rain down. I often find that I have to sacrifice looks for performance, or the other way around, but no more. The Vitrea’s wide lenses provide a panoramic and clear view in any snow conditions or any terrain while still boasting a look that compliments every ski fit.
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