Our Masks page brings together our tips for choosing a mountain biking mask: compatibility with a full-face helmet, clear or tinted lens, anti-fog treatment, foam and ventilation, silicon strap and mud protection systems, for downhill, enduro and bike park.
A clear vision, even in dust.
In downhill and enduro, a full-face helmet comes with a goggles, which protects the eyes from dust, mud, branches and flying stones, better than glasses. Its soft frame fits the face and sits inside the helmet opening, while its wide strap goes over the shell. It stays in place, even on the roughest trails.
Bicycle protections also include:
All protections can be found on the protections page.
Under the trees, where the light changes constantly, the clear or slightly tinted lens is the most versatile. The mirror lens is reserved for sunny trails and open bike parks. The anti-fog treatment is essential, as the effort uphill warms the face. A multilayer foam absorbs sweat, and vents on the frame release moisture.
In wet weather, mud thrown up by the front wheel settles on the lens. Tear-offs, removable clear films, can be pulled off one by one during the descent. The roll-off system advances a film with a simple movement. Check the compatibility of the frame with your full-face helmet, and clean the lens with lukewarm water and a microfibre cloth, without rubbing the inside surface.
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Glasses are enough for cross-country and trail riding. With a full-face helmet, in downhill and serious enduro, the goggles offer better protection against splashes, dust, and branches, and stay in place on rough sections.
Choose a lens with an anti-fog treatment and well-ventilated foam, and avoid wiping the inside, as this damages the treatment. When stationary or in a long climb, lift the goggles on the helmet to let the moisture escape.
In wooded areas, a clear or slightly tinted lens keeps ground details visible despite the contrast of shadow and light. A smoked or mirrored lens is reserved for very sunny bike parks and open trails.
Not always: the frame must fit into the helmet opening without leaving a gap at the top or pressing on the nose. So, try the goggles with your own helmet, with the strap passed over the shell.
First rinse off the dirt with clear water, without rubbing, then dry the outside by dabbing with a microfibre cloth. Let the inside air dry, as rubbing the anti-fog treatment damages it.