All About Snowboard Masks

Snowboarding is a favorite hobby of many people. To make it as comfortable and safe as possible, you must use the appropriate equipment and ammunition. Required items include a snowboard mask. We will talk about this product in today's article.

Currently, the hobby for snowboarding is one of the most popular and demanded. Many people are literally in love with this winter sport. In order for snowboarding not only to bring maximum pleasure to a person, but also to be safe and comfortable enough, it is necessary to use some additional accessories. These include a special mask.

Let's find out what exactly is the main purpose of a snowboard mask.

• First of all, this thing acts as a protective element. During skiing, the eyes of snowboarders need the most reliable protection from snow, wind, sunlight and other annoying external factors.
• Due to the presence of a high-quality windproof mask, the snowboarder can also be perfectly protected from the powerful effects of ultraviolet radiation. Ultraviolet rays can cause very serious damage to the retina of the eyes, so a mask can be an excellent "shield" for them.
• Snowboard masks improve the user's vision and visibility. In bad weather, some models of such masks make it easier and more comfortable to distinguish the outlines of certain objects.

Today, in stores specializing in the sale of sporting goods, you can find a huge number of high-quality and practical snowboard masks. With these products, the favorite winter sport of many people becomes much safer and more hassle-free.

Current manufacturers, among which there are both domestic and foreign, produce many different types of snowboard masks. Buyers can choose both the simplest and cheapest, and the most expensive model of such a useful accessory. Let's take a closer look at the most popular and effective types of masks for winter sports.

These types of masks belong to the budget category of sports ammunition. They are designed for the average user. For real professionals, such products are poorly suited.

For cylindrical varieties, light filters are made from high-quality plastic of a solid construction. Due to the presence of such a detail, the cost of ready-made masks is not the highest.

Despite this disadvantage, the cylindrical mask is able to fully and qualitatively protect the snowboarder's eyes from the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation.

Modern spherical types of snowboard masks are very popular. These sports accessories are made of high quality polycarbonate (thermoplastic). Spherical masks are attractive because they have good optical correctness.

Thanks to this, the snowboarder is able to adequately assess the distance to certain objects.

A quality spherical mask is a winning solution when selected by an experienced athlete. Such a sports accessory is characterized by high impact resistance, and also guarantees excellent protection of human eyes from exposure to ultraviolet rays.

Practical masks with interchangeable lenses can also be found on sale today.

Such products provide excellent visibility and the most comfortable riding regardless of weather conditions. For example, if you went for a drive in the morning in sunny and clear weather, then you can use a dark lens with a mirror coating, and if a heavy snowfall suddenly starts, you can replace it with a lighter one.

Photochromic lenses are often included in the design of protective masks. Such elements automatically adjust to the changing lighting around.

All models of snowboard masks differ not only in design and image quality, but also in lens color. There are such options:

• transparent;
• amber shade;
• dark gray with a blue mirror finish;
• contrasting pink with a mirrored blue finish;
• yellow base with blue mirror finish;
• black with blue chrome and so on.

In the assortment of different manufacturers, snowboarders can find different options for glasses and lenses. In addition, these sports accessories differ in the structure of their frames. There are such varieties:

• models with a small frame;
• with medium-sized frames;
• with large or huge frames;
• with spectacle frames designed for those users who wear prescription glasses.

Let's take a look at a small rating of the top-rated snowboard masks from popular companies.

• GIRO Roam Black Core / Amber Scarlet 40 / Yellow 84 2020. This high-quality mask with cylindrical geometry and a pair of lenses in the set opens the top of the best models. Polarization is not provided here. The glass of the product is supplemented with a special anti-fog coating.

• OAKLEY O Frame 2.0 Pro Xm Red Neon Orange W / Fire Iridium & Persimmon. An excellent model with very good peripheral visibility. Has a special anti-fog coating, as well as an additional three-layer overlay, which guarantees a secure fit of the product. This mask is compatible with helmets and is not subject to deformation and scratches.

• DRAGON Dx3 OTG Taupe / Ll Dark Smoke. Cylindrical model with 1 lens included. This mask is especially suitable for snowboarding in clear weather conditions. Demonstrates light transmittance from 18 to 43%. There are excellent optics that protect the eyes from ultraviolet radiation.

• OAKLEY Flight Deck Factory Pilot Blackout / Prizm Jade. High quality spherical model for winter sports accessory. It provides not only a clear side view, but also a vertical angle of view. The glass slightly resembles a detail found in professional pilots' helmets. This mask features excellent dual high contrast thermoplastic optics.

• GIRO Semi Citron / Iceberg Apex / Loden Green 26 / Yellow 84. Signature cylinder model with a very attractive retro design. The mask is extremely minimalistic and uncomplicated. It has excellent Loden Green optics, providing a wide enough view. The inner surfaces of the glasses do not fog up, as they are supplemented with a special coating.

• DRAGON X1 Black / Ll Red Ion + Ll Rose. Another top model of a mask from a well-known brand. Designed for people with a wide or just a large face. In this product, the color scheme is perceived in an extremely naturalistic way, and the objects - clearly. This effect is achieved through the use of Lumalens technology.

• OAKLEY Canopy Jasmine Vampirella / Prizm rose. Spherical specimen with polarization. This mask is highly practical and laconic. The product is supplemented with a special anti-fog coating, so you can safely ride in it in a variety of conditions.

• GIRO Semi Apex Red / White / Amber Scarlet 40 / Yellow 84. Top quality cylindrical snowboard model. The original has excellent frames made using EXV technology. The product is compatible with GIRO helmets and can be worn with goggles.

Consider what you should look for if you need to make a choice of a really high quality snowboard mask.

• The lenses in the product must have the required degree of shade and the correct shade. The best option will depend on the conditions in which the snowboarder planned to ride. For example, different specimens will be suitable for an evening, sunny or cloudy day.
• The mask should be attached to the user as securely as possible. It should not subside, leave gaps. The mask should not be too small, otherwise it will squeeze the cheekbones, interfering with free breathing.
• It is worth paying attention to how the mask is combined with the helmet. This is not about style, but about the degree of tightness of the components. It should not be too strong for a comfortable ride.
• It is recommended that you choose the right brand models of snowboard masks. Before buying, the product should be tried on and carefully examined for defects / defects.