New to goggles, having moisture issues..

[Sleddingfarmer]

im new to the moto helmet goggle setup and having some moisture issues.. Do you guys run your goggles as tight as you can get them to your face? Mine are snug but could prolly tighten them up a bit.. Just messing around in the yard after a whooping 4" of snow/sleet here yesterday and I found moisture getting on the inside after not too long... I wondered if it could be from breathing out of my mouth quite a bit, but it doesnt seem like it should matter since ive got the deflector installed..
Also what do you guys do to keep moisture/water drops from the outside of your lense.. there was a bit of mist in the air this morning and it kept spotting them up pretty quick...It would seem like it would be impossible to carve/drift bust, ride in a snowstorm or anything else that puts snow right in your face since theyd constantly be wet. Has anyone put something like Rain-x on their goggles or would that be harmful to the plastic? Or am i doing something wrong?
The helmet is a new hjc clx5 and the goggles are smith sno-warps with this morning being the first time out for them.
Im going to Tog in about 3 weeks and would really like this setup to work, since i intially bought for riding out west and i also like the way it looks. Seeing as howe the snow keeps coming out there, seems there will be no shortage of snow in my face and i dont wanna be messing with them all the time while im out there.. Ill just take my fullface or maybe pack both...?

 

[BU1]

Just messing around in the yard after a whooping 4" of snow/sleet here yesterday and I found moisture getting on the inside after not too long...

Get out of the yard on a real ride and see how it works. Not a realistic test to putt around the yard to test things out. If you anticipate trouble on your trip take your old helmet along. FWIW, I wouldn't ride mountains with a full faced helmet unless you're gonna trail ride. I love my moto helmet and goggles. Just go out and get some miles on your stuff to see what will work for you.

Make sure you have a beacon, probe and shovel. Tog is a great place. Make sure you're prepared for avys.

 

[tudizzle]

welcome to wearing goggles.....now go get two more pairs to make it thru a good day of the deep

 

[Gold5th]

I just switched to goggles myself... I have to maintain 30mph to keep my glasses from fogging. Still makes for a better ride than with my old full face.

 

[SpiderViper]

One problem that you might be having is that the bottom of your goggles may be on the top of the breath deflector causing unwanted air to enter when you exhale. I just got back from Montana and I had some trouble with it out there as well but after some adjusting I finally got them to work right. A lot of it is just riding with them and allowing the goggles and breath box to form to your face. Also if they are tinted goggles you might run into a problem because I know on mine I got fog in side of the lens and under the tint so no matter where you wipe it the fog wont come off...

~Chris

 

[devilrmk]

My goggles only fog when I stop or less than 5mph and I don't wear a breath deflector. Some days they get pretty wet, but the only time I have had issues with moisture inside them is when I have had them off on snowy days.

 

[ripperd]

Make sure they are tight against your nose. If they are not, the vapor from your breath can creep up and fog them up. I wear a cl-x5n with scott 89xi turbo goggles and I am very happy with the combo.

 

[Coldfinger]

I have Scott 89 turbo flows with the nose/cheek plastic add-on. I run them without the breath deflector installed in the helmet because I can breath better. If I have my balaclava over my mouth &/or nose, it too causes more moisture to get behind the lens so off trail I generally run with the clava pulled down below my mouth so I can direct my breath downward when needed.

I've heard the "Mountain Balaclava" is a best seller in the Snowies because you can wear it over your nose and there is a flap or something that directs breath downward. They were sold out last time I was there so I didn't get a chance to see it.

When your goggles fog or ice up, stop for a few minutes and place your goggles under the hood on top of the carbs or somewhere they will not melt. They will be deiced and defogged in minutes, then wipe any excess water off the lens before it refreezes and you're good to go.

 

[woodies]

i have two sets one on my helmet the other in a bag mounted under hood not sure of the maker kind of mesh, works great sticks to hood nice and dry

 

[NWGooser]

Give it time

You'll be happy once you figure out the kinks. I have been using goggles since the early 80's and have learned a few things. The first is, they will all fog, you just need to minimize the fogging. Use a quality thermal lense goggle. Carry a spare. Keep the inside as dry as possible. Most of the time when stopped, I take off my goggles and set them under the hood. This really helps. Carry a fog cloth to wipe out the inside if needed.
If they do fog while you're stopped, don't worry, as soon as you move again they will clear up.
I hope this helps a little.

 

[ridgeclimber]

I have the moto style helmet and goggle, i also have glasses. Its always been a problem for me aswell fogging up. The last two rides I tried a glass cleaner for my goggles and glasses called Fog Be Gone. Problem solve. I got it from Acklands.

 

[dpsnodno]

I have the moto style helmet and goggle, i also have glasses. Its always been a problem for me aswell fogging up. The last two rides I tried a glass cleaner for my goggles and glasses called Fog Be Gone. Problem solve. I got it from Acklands.

If you ride with glasses you ought to look into Pro-Vue persciption goggles. I don't wear glasses but a few of the peeps I ride with do and swear by them. Say it's the best thing they ever did for riding. They also offer different color lenses that go over the outside so you can change the color for different conditions.

I get a kick out of the guys you see trying to ride in the BC with a full closed helmet. Moto is the only way to go. Pack a few different colors to switch to over the course of the day as conditions change. Nose protectors are a big plus as well.

 

[Sleddingfarmer]

Thanks for the info. Last yr was my first trip out there and all I had was my fullface and it really wasnt a big deal, but it was 30-35everyday so it was plenty warm especially when you got stuck. I also didnt want to sink money into the gear if for some reason I didnt like that riding<- which was a dumb thought.. I guess ill try and pick up another pair of goggles and a couple bags to carry them in this week...

One problem that you might be having is that the bottom of your goggles may be on the top of the breath deflector causing unwanted air to enter when you exhale. I just got back from Montana and I had some trouble with it out there as well but after some adjusting I finally got them to work right. A lot of it is just riding with them and allowing the goggles and breath box to form to your face. Also if they are tinted goggles you might run into a problem because I know on mine I got fog in side of the lens and under the tint so no matter where you wipe it the fog wont come off...

~Chris

That's good thinking, didnt think about that one. The opening in the helmet is pretty full w/the deflector and goggles stuffed in there... I should look into if i can move the deflector down a little...

Make sure they are tight against your nose. If they are not, the vapor from your breath can creep up and fog them up. I wear a cl-x5n with scott 89xi turbo goggles and I am very happy with the combo.

Youve got the same helmet as me, do you wear the deflector in your helmet or not? Ive only ridden with it, because i figured thered be too much air in there w/out it.

I have Scott 89 turbo flows with the nose/cheek plastic add-on. I run them without the breath deflector installed in the helmet because I can breath better. If I have my balaclava over my mouth &/or nose, it too causes more moisture to get behind the lens so off trail I generally run with the clava pulled down below my mouth so I can direct my breath downward when needed.

I've heard the "Mountain Balaclava" is a best seller in the Snowies because you can wear it over your nose and there is a flap or something that directs breath downward. They were sold out last time I was there so I didn't get a chance to see it.

When your goggles fog or ice up, stop for a few minutes and place your goggles under the hood on top of the carbs or somewhere they will not melt. They will be deiced and defogged in minutes, then wipe any excess water off the lens before it refreezes and you're good to go.

Like i said above, ive yet to try w/out the delfector because i worried my balaclava and face would get cold and wet.

You'll be happy once you figure out the kinks. I have been using goggles since the early 80's and have learned a few things. The first is, they will all fog, you just need to minimize the fogging. Use a quality thermal lense goggle. Carry a spare. Keep the inside as dry as possible. Most of the time when stopped, I take off my goggles and set them under the hood. This really helps. Carry a fog cloth to wipe out the inside if needed.
If they do fog while you're stopped, don't worry, as soon as you move again they will clear up.
I hope this helps a little.

Im very happy w/the setup already minus the moisture issues. Ive got one 100 mile trail ride under my belt w/the setup (different goggles tho) and like it. Ive got the smith snow warps

I have the moto style helmet and goggle, i also have glasses. Its always been a problem for me aswell fogging up. The last two rides I tried a glass cleaner for my goggles and glasses called Fog Be Gone. Problem solve. I got it from Acklands.

Your a brave man going at it w/glasses. I use to battle glasses, and gave up 3-4 yrs ago bought contacts and wont go back.

 

[SLY]

The turbofan goggles fog the least of anything out there. I used to pack 3-4 pairs of goggles on a ride and now I just use 1 and have an extra pair in my pack with a different colour lens for unforeseen problems. Also helps to wipe the inside with a no-fog cloth.

 

[ripperd]

I only wear the nose guard that came with the goggles. I don't wear a deflector. I have one, but didn't end up needing it after trying out with just the nose guard. I also wear a standard head sock type deal, and make sure it covers my nose. It has an opening for my mouth, I hate trying to breath through cloth.

Nose guard is critical for me. I am either racing, or riding with agressive riders who will roost you at every opportunity. First race I went to without one my nose was raw from roost.

 

[94fordguy]

My goggles only fog when I stop or less than 5mph and I don't wear a breath deflector.

Same here, as long as you are moving, they will typically not fog very much if at all. Seems like the only time they do is right after a stuck or in slower, technical riding when you are really working to get the sled where you want to be. I simply wipe them off on the inside with a small piece of tissue and then get moving again... works very well.

I run 2 pairs of Scott goggles, one has a nose guard, and it definitely helps with both fogging, and keeping my nose warmer they are light sensitive goggles, but when it gets too dark, I switch the the other pair that are better for low light conditions.

 

[skimaster]

Making adjustments!!

I have problems with the goggles fogging up when I first put them on and start riding. I just throw them on and when I am going down the trail to get to the sweet powder, I adjust while in motion, until I have them sealed from any air-flow and I don't fog up at all. I have the quick strap for the slower riding I loosen up and let the air flow through them so they will not fog up!! Hope some of theis helps!!!

 

[AKRMK05]

Get a NoFog and don't ever worry about it again. From -10 to 30 Haven't had a problem.

 

[gitcheegumme]

Get a NoFog and don't ever worry about it again. From -10 to 30 Haven't had a problem.

Bingo.......I can't believe it took that many replies before someone said it.

Get a No Fog and never, ever worry about fogging again. You can stop and rest with your helmet and goggles on and not fog up.

Get one now.

The ones I have don't have the forehead band but work excellent. Once you try it you will never go back to the balaclavavavavava again.

 

[Gold5th]

My helmet has a built in, although removable breathe deflector... it sits to far up my nose, well not really too far, but I have to put my goggles over the breath deflector.. on my last ride I tried to put the breath deflector over the googles, well the bottom lip of the goggles, or just nudge next to the goggles.. and a little bit of my nose was exposed.. so I didn't do that... how to the rest of you deal with this issue? I don't wear a balaclava, I wear a neck dickie, and if it's really cold, I put the chin curtain on my helmet