Sporti Antifog Swedish Goggle + Bungee Strap Reviews

By violinsect from spokane, wa. on 3/8/2013

these aren''t superior to any other goggles.  They work but you have to spend a lot of time fiddling with them to get them right. Unless you are some elite athlete or Swedish why bother, get something easier.

By JP from Boulder, CO on 2/26/2013

I've used them for years and for the price, they are the best. White rubber band used to break after a couple of months, and sooner if swimming outdoors, exposed to the sun. Bungy addition makes the goggle last forever. Once the spring in the holder/clip thing rusts out, I tie a square knot and I'm good to go.

By KC from Illinois on 2/19/2013

My 13 year old competitive swimmer loves these goggles.  He likes that they don''t slip or leak. They are extremely easy to adjust. And the price can''t be beat. We purchase fewer of these than any other brand he''s tried - because they just don''t seem to wear out.

By PBK a daily lap swimmer in Katy Texas ... from Katy TX on 2/11/2013

These goggles are a bit of an acquired taste because there is no cushion. When you get the hang of wearing these they become second nature and they are so bright and have a 160 view.  I hated these the first time I wore them but now I don''t think about them at all they are just part of my life.
Little kids think they look goofy cool ther always ask what they are.

By Blair from DeWitt, MI on 2/11/2013

I swim 5 days each week, and I recently began to have an allergic reaction to my old goggles—the Vanquishers—in the form of dry, cracked skin around my eyes where the rubber hits the road, so to speak. I tried switching to a pair of foam rimmed goggles, and the same thing happened. The condition would go away over the course of several days if I wasn''t swimming or wearing goggles, and promptly return.

Eventually I went to the eye doctor, got a prescription, and knocked it out. It returned as soon as I stopped using it. So I bought several pairs of these. Once you get them adjusted properly to your nose (really important—too loose and they don''t form a good seal, too tight and they pinch the bridge of your nose something awful), they work pretty well. Every once in a while I have a hard time getting a seal, and have to take them off and put them on again. Nice that they come with the bungie, too. I''d recommend using that, and saving the white strap to cut up for extra nose pieces.

By Aurora from NJ on 1/27/2013

Ok, so after reading several reviews I was skeptical about buying this goggle.  But I thought, why not?  For such great price, I might as well put them to the test.   And let me tell you... they were a revelation!!! What freedom! It took me 5 swimming sections to accustom myself to their awkwardness.  At first, they are a bit hard on the eyes, water keeps dripping in and you feel like you can''t stand them any longer.  However, if you are persistent and keep trying different angles, tweaking the nose string here and there... you''ll enter freedom land!!!  You can see everything!!! Also, the color selection was extremely important.  It brightens those dark, cold lap pools like no other goggle I''ve ever had.  Plus, it doesn''t fog.  For the price and the risk factor, I say GIVE IT A TRY!  I''ll be buying another pair in the near future!  Believe me, they are worth the chance!

By swimfan from canton, oh on 1/26/2013

I was skeptical about these, but have found them much more comfortable than regular goggles because they are smaller and lighter. I had trouble with the others pressing on my sinus bones and giving me headaches. They take some adjusting (I like the rubber strap better because it holds more securely), but once you get the placement right, they are great--no leaks and no pressure on your face. Terrific value!

By shane from nashvegas on 1/25/2013

been using the same pair for maybe a year now.   bought some more just  for spares.  don''t use the supplied nose piece it will stretch and fail. i cut off a small piece of the strap and use it for the nose piece.

By lil from fl on 1/25/2013

I love these goggles.  They are so light and I can adapt them to my nose, and my head.   They do not break any small veins on my checks, nose and around my eyes.  I have paid a small fortune for many popular goggles and they have all been a waste of $$$$.  These are cheap, adaptable, and great fun colors!

By love my swedes from in the pool on 1/7/2013

Here''s my take on the Sporti version versus the original Swede:

Pros:
- Nose piece and strap options. Whatever option you chose to use (bungee or rubber bands) you''ll always have some spare parts around if needed.
- The strap holes on the sides are actually much larger/wider than on the original swedes, so its super easy to slide the strap right through (no having to cut the strap to get it through that pesky little hole!). It also helps the rubber band last a lot longer since there isn''t as much tension put on that area. The nose holes are slightly larger too.
- The anti-fog coating actually works!

Cons:
- The plastic nose piece cover is thinner and more flimsy compared to the original swede...mine actually split apart after not too long.
- Since the strap holes on the sides are wider/larger, they often do not hold the straps in place so you have to spend a small extra amount of time re-aligning the straps before putting them on.
- While the anti-fog coating does work for a  good month or two, it soon will start to peel off and cause visual disturbances.

Overall:
- Both provide the same great feel and fit.
- Sporti version is a great deal considering the options provided.
- Would recommend the Sporti version over the original for those who prefer using the rubber parts (they definitely last longer).
- Recommend for bungee users too, as long as your nose cover piece doesn''t break like mine did!