Eyewear

Outdoor Eyewear: Sports Sunglasses & Ski Goggles

The Eyewear category at Šport 11 brings together sunglasses and goggles built for time spent outdoors – sports sunglasses for running, cycling and hiking, ski and snowboard goggles, and MTB or moto goggles. It covers models for adults and children, with lenses that filter UV radiation and cut the glare coming off snow, water and tarmac. It is for anyone who needs eye protection that stays put while they move.

What this category covers

• Sports sunglasses – wrap-around frames with grippy nose pads and temples for running, road and mountain biking and trekking.
• Everyday sunglasses – classic shapes for the city, travel and holidays, with full UV protection.
• Ski and snowboard goggles – wide field of view, double anti-fog lens and a strap that adjusts around a helmet.
• MTB and moto goggles – thicker foam and a close seal against dust, mud and flying grit.
• Junior models – smaller frames and shorter straps shaped for children's faces.
• Photochromic and polarised lenses – for changing light and for cutting reflections off shiny surfaces.

How to choose

• Lens category (0–4): category 1 and 2 for overcast and variable light, category 3 for summer sun and driving, category 4 for glaciers and high altitude – category 4 must not be used for driving.
• Polarised or photochromic: polarised lenses remove glare from water, snow and wet roads, while photochromic lenses darken and clear on their own, which suits long routes that move between forest and open sun.
• Lens tint: rose, amber and yellow tints lift contrast in fog and flat light; grey and brown keep colours natural in strong sun.
• Fit: the frame should not press on your temples and the lens should not touch your lashes; with goggles, check there is no gap between the frame and your helmet across the forehead.
• Ventilation: vents in the frame and lens plus an anti-fog coating reduce misting on climbs and at high effort.
• Frame material: flexible plastics such as Grilamid and TR90 are light and impact resistant, which matters in sport.
• Glasses wearers: look for OTG (over the glasses) goggles or models that take a prescription insert.

Brands

The category features Cébé and Bollé, French makers with a long history in mountain and ski eyewear, 100 Percent for MTB and motocross goggles, Dynafit for lightweight ski touring and trail running eyewear, and Mint.

Frequently asked questions

Which lens category do I need for skiing?

Category 3 works for bright days on snow, and category 4 for glaciers and high altitude. In fog, snowfall or late afternoon light, a lighter contrast-boosting category 1 or 2 lens is the better choice.

Are polarised sunglasses better than standard ones?

Polarised lenses noticeably reduce glare from water, snow and wet roads, which makes them ideal by the sea, on lakes and for driving. They can, however, make LCD screens harder to read and icy patches on a piste harder to spot.

Can goggles be worn over prescription glasses?

Yes – look for OTG models, which have a cut-out in the foam for the arms of your glasses. Alternatives are goggles with a prescription insert or sports sunglasses made with your prescription.

How do I stop goggles from fogging up?

Use a double lens with an anti-fog coating, keep vents clear of hats and neck gaiters, and never wipe the inside of the lens when it is dry – blot moisture gently instead.

What does UV400 mean?

UV400 means the lens blocks radiation up to 400 nanometres, which is effectively all UVA and UVB. Protection does not depend on how dark the lens is, so a light lens can also offer full UV protection.

Browse the full Eyewear category and find the model that matches your sport, the season and your face shape.