Goggles (with a spare lens) on Everest
Also called: Goggles, Ski goggles, Ski mask or goggles, Spare goggle lens
What it is for
Ski-style goggles for storms, strong wind and blowing snow, when glasses are not enough. A spare lens is worth carrying.
What Everest asks for
Standard
Category 4 lens for the day, plus a clear or light lens for the night start; they must work with the oxygen mask, and fit over your glasses or take a prescription insert if you need one, sent ahead to a higher camp
What to look for
- Lens category (0–4)
- How much light the lenses stop. Category 3 is ordinary sunglasses; category 4 is for glaciers and high altitude, and is too dark to drive in.
Kinds
- Ski Goggles
- Goggle Lenses
Other mountains
- Standard on: Everest, Aconcagua, Denali, Elbrus, Vinson, Kosciuszko
- Optional on: Kilimanjaro
