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dshiland
Posts: 227 - Karma: 1,517
Yo NS,
I'm in the market for some new goggles I had shred and wanted to replace the lens but I don't know if they make compatible ones for my frame any more and regardless they are looking like around $120+. If you guys have any recommendations I'd appreciate it. Looking at Joystick Wanyes saw on a thread someone here loved them. But have seen an updated thread in a while. I'd like to keep it around $100 give or take. Thanks for the help!
8 months ago
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ParkingLotPiss
Posts: 409 - Karma: 2,538
Honestly anything at the price point from a reputable brand is gonna be good. Id say maybe try to find something that fits your helmet well so you don't get a gap over your forehead.
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SofaKingSick
Posts: 9742 - Karma: 65,771
honestly there are so many good goggles out there these days, i just find a model i like (from a good company) and keep an eye out for it to go on sale. and even if your budget is super small you can probably get some cheap Smiths and they'll work pretty damn well

levelninesports.com is a good place to check in general, they consistently have great brands at good prices
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hamsauce
Posts: 302 - Karma: 2,621
Smith Squad XL: Nothing fancy, no magnetic lens change, but fairly fast once you get the hang of it. Last years are always on sale for under 100. Plus they are super common so you can always find used lenses on marketplace.
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Non_State_Actor
Posts: 5096 - Karma: 18,666
Squad or Squad XL are a great budget option depending on your face size:
https://www.corbetts.com/search?tab=products&search_query=squad#/sort:calculated_price:asc
Some good options for $40-80 USD with a spare low light lens.
Also Oakley Line Miner L are good in that price range but the replacement lenses are $$$
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Phoenixgrassl21
Posts: 112 - Karma: 690
dshilandYo NS,
I'm in the market for some new goggles I had shred and wanted to replace the lens but I don't know if they make compatible ones for my frame any more and regardless they are looking like around $120+. If you guys have any recommendations I'd appreciate it. Looking at Joystick Wanyes saw on a thread someone here loved them. But have seen an updated thread in a while. I'd like to keep it around $100 give or take. Thanks for the help!


I’d go with joystick! I just got a pair of the b-dog pro model for 40$ and they are insane, come with 2 lenses and super great quality
8 months ago
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Session
Posts: 5408 - Karma: 22,545
Phoenixgrassl21I’d go with joystick! I just got a pair of the b-dog pro model for 40$ and they are insane, come with 2 lenses and super great quality


They aren't "insane", they are open mold aliexpress goggles. OP would be better off with the other suggestions for the Smith's in this thread. The Smith's will have the amazing Smith warranty, and lens technology as well as a host of replacement lens options.
8 months ago
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Zurg
Posts: 1530 - Karma: 5,171
hamsauceSmith Squad XL: Nothing fancy, no magnetic lens change, but fairly fast once you get the hang of it. Last years are always on sale for under 100. Plus they are super common so you can always find used lenses on marketplace.


Non_State_ActorSquad or Squad XL are a great budget option depending on your face size:
https://www.corbetts.com/search?tab=products&search_query=squad#/sort:calculated_price:asc
Some good options for $40-80 USD with a spare low light lens.
Also Oakley Line Miner L are good in that price range but the replacement lenses are $$$


Yes and yes. I found some Squad Mags on facebook marketplace for $90 with 2 lens. Amazing goggles. You also can't go wrong with Oakley Line Miners, only downside is your stuck with the one lens.
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Weibussy
Posts: 88 - Karma: 872
I have some blenders I got for like 90 and they’re great
8 months ago
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hockeyskis94
Posts: 36 - Karma: 266
If you like goggles under, check to make sure the strap doesn't have a plastic clip in the middle like some do. Doesn't feel too great under your helmet


8 months ago
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Eli.braun98
Posts: 296 - Karma: 1,845
Shady rays are pretty cheap and decent IMO
8 months ago
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NSCrip69
Posts: 223 - Karma: -3,626
Anon m4 is the best on the market right now.
8 months ago
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