TYR Socket Rocket 2.0 Swim Goggles Reviews

By Chris Scade from Mississauga, Canada on 4/23/2013

First, just to make this clear... THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS FOG PROOF GOGGLES, ALL GOGGLES WILL FOG... my overpriced Aqua Sphere K180s were good for about 3 sessions then fogged nonstop after that.

I just ordered my third pair of Socket Rockets, I have the 2.0 Metallized in mirror fire; honestly they are a waste of money, as the lens coating is easily scratched off which has no effect on the vision They do have a blue tint, so it makes it difficult to see when they fog up at the pool I go to (explained a little better below). I have the regular in Socket Rocket in Red and really like them; the interior of the indoor pool I go to is blue with one of the walls being all window, so they make everything look purple and pink, and offer a nice contrast when they fog. However, it has been rainy/overcast a lot lately, so I just ordered a pair of clear to help improve vision as it is a little dark in the pool at times, and for $6 I couldn''t say no.

As for the fit, at first they were a little weird as there isn''t really any padding on them; I did use the silicone strap from the K180s instead of the latex that comes with the Socket Rockets, but I used the latex strap on another pair of Socket Rockets and tied a not instead of using the plastic clip thingy. However, I use a piece of silicone for the nose piece because it stretches a little less than latex. To get the proper fit, don''t worry about the head strap at the beginning, get the lenses setup to your nose and eye sockets first; once that is done, just snug up the head strap, as it doesn''t need to be super tight, suction does most of the holding, but if you are getting leaking just tighten the head strap a little more.

Now because they are about the size of your eye socket, and fit against the bone with very little padding, these are not for everyone, some people prefer the bigger tri goggles, and there is even a guy at my pool that wears a full dive mask; however, I can say that they are comfortable, they do not  pinch or move, and neither of my pairs have leaked or moved when it by someone, no have I had goggle marks on my face afterwards.

By Don from Moline, IL on 3/18/2013

Once adjusted these goggles fit nice.  They are similar as the sweedish goggles, but do not rub the bridge of the nose with the string or plastic.  However, they do tend to slip out of adjustment over time and have to be readjusted periodically, which takes some time.

By BoymomCz from Media, PA on 3/12/2013

The good thing is that you don''t need to file the rough edges, and it comes assembled. But somehow, even with the thin layer of silicone to soften the gasket, they weren''t as comfortable as my plain old, regular swedes. Somehow, the suction felt tighter and more uncomfortable than the plain swedes, even though the straps weren''t any tighter. Every face is different, I guess, and while these are nice, I''m sticking to the hard plastic eyecups!

By Geoff from Syracuse, NY on 3/11/2013

I was a former D1 swimmer and have used these goggles consistently for the past 10 years.  Compared to "Swedish" goggles, the thin layer of rubber provides a much better seal and additional comfort.

By Bob from Dallas, TX on 3/9/2013

I've tried many different goggles over the years, I recently picked up a pair of these and after the first few times using them immediately ordered extras for future use. I loved using Swedish goggles years ago. Granted there was a good week to get used to them back then. Not at all with these!!! Nice rounded edges with a softer material that makes these feel like I could wear them all the time, not just while swimming laps. At their price I would highly recommend giving them a shot. I fit them on me by placing the lenses where they rest comfortably and then adjusting the straps to hold them in place, not tight at all. No leaks, no after swim goggle marks. Love them. TYR hit it out of the park!!!

By Oquawkan from Oquawka, IL on 1/29/2013

They goggles are tiny!

By Frank W. from Lewisville, TX on 1/7/2013

I''ve been using these for several months now for lap swimming 2 to 3 times a week.  It took me a while to tweak the fit but once they''re fitted they''re great and no leak problems.  I was skeptical about the way they sit in your eye sockets but the soft edges are very comfortable.  I have these fitted as loose as I can and have no problems with the dreaded raccoon eye rings when I climb out of the pool and head to work.  I love the visibility!  Comes in handy when circle swimming in crowded lanes. The side visibility is especially nice while backstroking. The only reason I didn''t give these 5 stars is they do fog up about every 800 meters.  I haven''t worn  these for anything besides my lap swimming so I don''t know how they''ll do launching off the blocks or in an unruly open water group start.  Best training goggles you could ever want for the price.

By Chandler G. from Warner Robins, GA on 12/22/2012

take the simplicity and price of traditional swedes and the comfort of vanquishers, with little to no leak. i''ve trained and raced with these plenty of times and they''ve leaked less than a handful of times, sometimes i use them to race even over my $85 fastskin 3 goggles. the anti-fog only last 2 or so weeks, but i just lick the insides before a practice and it lasts the full 2 hours. i''ll be using these for years to come.

By Rbpatt from Greenville nc on 12/18/2012

I''ve been training with these for the past  couple of years. The anti fog isn''t the best, but I never expect goggles to stay unfogged. The fit inside my eye sockets seals water out well, and the rubber nose piece make them comfortable for the whole practice. When they leak, it''s time to replace

By Scottytoo from Bahrain on 12/11/2012

great comfotable goggles