Oakley PRIZM™ Snow Lenses: The Complete Lens Guide

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1. Maja Schelski. says:

   February 15, 2018

   Thanks, guys, for the detailed information you provide. I have found it very helpful. I still have one question, though. If you were to buy just one lens, which one would it be? I'm thinking either the Prizm Rose or the Saphire Iridium. Is that right? And if so, which one???
   
   Thanks a bunch!

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   1. SportRx Optical Ninja. says:

      February 20, 2018

      Hey Maja,
      Thanks for reaching out! The PRIZM Sapphire fairs pretty well in all conditions. PRIZM Rose will do better in white out conditions, but if you were to only get one...PRIZM Sapphire would be your best bet! Let us know if you have any other questions (: (858) 571-0240

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2. snowpatrol. says:

   September 11, 2018

   very, very helpful reviews and website for oakley prizm snow goggles. i will be calling. thank you

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3. Korra Satsuki. says:

   December 11, 2019

   Great find! Love that you all show the differences in each lens, going beyond the rest and that's why I love Sportrx so much! Question, I already have the Flight Deck xm in torch, but it's overcast here in Michigan most of the winter with sticky lake effect snow and I'll need the Prizm Hi Pink, do you sell the individual lenses? If you do, I can't find the link.

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   1. SportRx Optical Ninja. says:

      December 12, 2019

      Hi there! Thanks for the love! We do not carry replacement lenses for snow goggles but if you contact one of our opticians they may be able to create a special order for you. However, your best bet may be to order it directly from Oakley here: https://www.oakley.com/en-us/product/WGOO7064R?variant=888392180742 Thanks for reaching out!

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4. Kris. says:

   January 18, 2020

   Hi, I am trying to choose between prizm sapphire and torch lences, and I was also watching your videos where you say the torch looks bit darker then the sapphire, however on the comparison table the VTL numbers showing the opposite . 13 Vs 19
   Can u please help me which is darker , and which would fit to all conditions better, but more for cloudy and bad weather.
   Many thanks

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   1. SportRx Optical Ninja. says:

      January 22, 2020

      PRIZM Sapphire is a bit darker than Torch. but only by a little bit. We recommend looking at the VLT chart on the blog for the most up-to-date information.

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5. Kris. says:

   January 19, 2020

   Hello, great comparison,, but in 2 of your video it is told, the troch is darker however in the Tabelle IT should be more hell then the Sapphire. Which shall I believe?
   I am looking for a prizm covering most of the weather conditions
   Thanks

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   1. SportRx Optical Ninja. says:

      January 22, 2020

      Hi Kris! Oakley has updated the VLT information so we recommend going with the graph on the blog post. Sorry for the confusion!

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6. Jrakai. says:

   May 8, 2020

   Hi! I want to thank you for this information, just superb for helping me decide which lenses for my jawbreakers. They came with the black prizm lenses and the sapphire blue tint will be my primary all around lens, mainly for cycling. Your videos are also very helpful, continue doing what your doing and innovative. Stay well, stay safe, ride on!,

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7. Jacob T. says:

   June 3, 2020

   I was looking at the Prizm snow black to use for running in the ev path. I wanted as dark a lens as possible. Is this darker than my old black polarized (I think they are 9%)

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   1. Andrew Mihalko. says:

      June 3, 2020

      Yes! It has a VLT of around 5.5%. Thanks for reaching out!

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8. Stephan. says:

   March 29, 2022

   Thanks for the very helpful review! I've been thinking about buying the clear prizm lens to use in indoor slopes or outdoor at night. What do you think ? Do you recommend this lens?

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   1. Riley Trostle. says:

      May 22, 2022

      Hey Stephan. You’re welcome! If we’re talking about snowboarding then a Prizm clear lens would be suitable for indoor and nighttime conditions, but I’d also recommend the Prizm Hi Pink lens.

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9. Alex Moore. says:

   August 1, 2022

   What are yalls thoughts on using the prism polarized lenses on the snow, any benefits or drawbacks vs the normal prism lenses? Cheers
   -Alex

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   1. TJ Wood. says:

      August 30, 2022

      Hey Alex! Oakley makes some fantastic Prizm lenses for their line of goggles specifically for use in snow. Some have a very low VLT (Visible Light Transparency) percentage and are good for bright bluebird days compared to high VLT lenses to be used in overcast conditions or night riding. However, none of the snow-specific Prizm lenses are polarized as this can sometimes negatively effect one's depth perception and is generally not recommended.

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10. Kevin D.. says:

    April 12, 2023

    A lot of people on older posts on Reddit and elsewhere (there aren't too many new posts) seem to think Hi Pink is the gold standard for overcast flat light days, Since the Prizm Clear came out, I haven't seen many posts comparing the Hi Pink to the Clear in very flat light conditions. Is the Hi Pink still the superior go-to lens for flat light, or will the Prizm Clear do just as well or maybe even better due to the higher VLT?

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    1. Eyeglass Tyler. says:

       May 31, 2023

       I would love to do a comparison between Prizm Hi Pink and Prizm Clear! Prizm clear lets in noticeably more light. Ultimately, like most things - it depends on your preference. What you gain in more light to your eyes, you end up losing in bold color and contrast enhancement. The lighter the lens, the less the light can be manipulated. In whiteout conditions, I would go for the Prizm Clear. In cloudy, overcast conditions, I would go for the Prizm Hi Pink. I tend to err on the side of more light to my eyes because you can always squint to minimize light to your eyes. There is no opposite of squinting, so I'd rather more light than less. I hope that helps! We'll hopefully get a chance next season to get out there and do a practical comparison!

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       1. Kat. says:

          November 10, 2023

          Would love if you did a comparison between Prizm Hi Pink and Prizm Clear for night conditions!

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          1. TJ Wood. says:

             November 13, 2023

             Hi Kat! You'll definitely get more color enhancement with the Hi Pink in low-light conditions with some cloud cover, though this lens is not recommended for skiing/snowboarding at night. The Prizm clear, however, is definitely the way to go for any conditions where light exposure is minimal or at night when riding under flourescent lighting.

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11. Runar T. says:

    January 9, 2024

    Hi, I want to get a Sapphire Iridium lens for my goggles based on your review here. I now have a Rose lens. Does the Sapphire cover all the conditions Rose is good in, making the Rose one redundany? Should I get a brighter one (Persimon or Clear) for Grey/dark conditions? Kind regards, Runar.

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    1. TJ Wood. says:

       January 10, 2024

       Hey Runar! The Prizm Rose has a VLT of 26% vs 13% with the Prizm Sapphire. The lower the vlt, the more suited that lens is for bright sunny conditions. The Rose is great for a wide variety of lighting, but if you want something for dusk/low light scenarios, or even at night, then you may want to check out the Prizm Hi Pink or clear options too.

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       1. Runar T.. says:

          January 10, 2024

          Thank you very much for your reply! I find it hard to choose – I haven’t skied for years and years but got my skis out now to go down the slopes with my daughter, turns out that she loved it, so I got myself a Flight Deck with Rose lenses at a good price I haven’t tried the other lenses though, so it’s kind of hard to know what to expect, and I’m not looking at ending up with 3-4 different lenses for different conditions

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          1. TJ Wood. says:

             January 11, 2024

             Very cool! You couldn't do much better than the Rose if you were looking for one lens to cover the broadest range of lighting conditions. Add a low-vlt lens, like the sapphire, to the collection and you should be good! However, if you plan to ride at night or in very low-lit environments, then you might want to consider the Prizm Hi-Pink or Prizm Clear lenses as well.

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             1. Runar T. says:

                January 12, 2024

                Thanks again for your reply One more (stupid?) question: I may be able to get hold of a Sage Gold Iridium lens at a better price than Sapphire Iridium. I can see that they have the same base color (Garnet) and the same VLT (13%) – is the difference pure aesthetic or are there differences in performance under different light conditions? Thanks again, –Runar.

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                1. Runar T. says:

                   February 3, 2024

                   Update: So, I ended up with the Prizm Sage Gold Iridium lens (paid around $70 brand new which is almost 50% off retail price here in Norway) – super happy with it so far for daylight skiing in varying conditions. I still need a lens for evenings under fluorescent lights though. Is the Hi Pink a no go? I understand that it is a really good lens for low light and whiteout, but does it cut the mustard at night with no natural light as well? Or should I get the Prizm Clear instead? Cheers, Runar.

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12. Mandip. says:

    February 5, 2024

    Hi can you please tell me best glasses for driving in the snow l was looking at prizm road lens for driving in snow is that a good choice

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    1. TJ Wood. says:

       February 6, 2024

       Hello! Great question. For overcast days, a rose or bronze non-polarized base tint is the way to go. The VLT is usually a bit higher, meaning it lets more light pass through the lens, while providing much needed contrast at the same time. The non-polar helps in these conditions by letting you spot hazards in the road like oil, water, or ice slicks. However, on a bright sunny day, a polarized lens will help combat glare and eyestrain. I'd say you're on the right track with the Prizm Road. Hope this helps!

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