What To Look For
When swimming, it is important to have the best swim goggles to protect your eyes from the chlorine in most pools. One major feature to look for in swim goggles is that they are anti-fog. This will prevent the goggles from fogging up under water, and keep your vision clear. Since everyone's eyes, nose and head shapes are different, it is important to look for goggles that have adjustable nose pieces and adjustable straps around the head. If most of your swimming is done outside, UV protection is also a quality to look for.
Common Pitfalls
One common pitfall of goggles is that, due to the suction in quality swim goggles, they will cause circles around the eyes once they are removed. The red circles are temporary and will fade away after a few minutes. With cheap versions of swim goggles, a common issue is water leaking into the goggle. This is normally due to a poor seal around the eye and an improper fit around the head.
Where To Buy
Swim goggles are able to be purchased from swim shops, athletic supply stores, supermarkets and on line. Often you can purchase swim goggles on line from the maker and they will ship to you for no additional cost. It is best to try on the goggles beforehand and make sure they are a good fit for you.
Cost
Swim goggles can be purchased for between $5 and $90. For a person just using swim goggles for recreation or for kids for play, the five-dollar pair may be perfectly acceptable. For people who swim on a regular basis or are competitive swimmers it is important to spend the money necessary to buy the best goggles that fit your needs.
Comparison Shopping
There are swimming goggles available known as "Swedish goggles." These goggles are used strictly by competative swimmers, have no seal around the eye, and by be assembled. This is not the best option for people who swim just for exercise and recreation.
Accessories
Most swimming facilities require that swim caps are worn in the pool. Swim caps also need to be worn by competitive swimmers. Swim caps can be purchased at any swimming supply store, sporting goods store, or on line.
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