V3 REGULATOR FOR SMITH SPORT OPTICS

High-performance ski goggles

The V3 Regulator provides unsurpassed peripheral and downward vision combined with a sleek, streamlined appearance. The enlarged lens prevents tunnel vision, a problem commonly found with goggles on the market today. This was achieved through a careful study of the lens shape and its position.

Superior fit and visibility were achieved without adding material or sacrificing ventilation by increasing the lens shape below the eye and at the sides, and moving the goggle closer to the face. Increased air volume inside the lens and improved ventilation eliminate lens fogging.

The design goal was to reduce the goggle size and to be competitive in a market where style is extremely important. IDEO’s design is revolutionary for the performance goggle market, featuring an integrated look and flowing lines as opposed to a traditional “box” design.

Project date: 1991