There’s more to ski goggles than meets the eye. Sure, any pair of goggles will do to keep the snow and sun out of your eyes, but the best goggles do so much more. These days you can get goggles with magnetic lens-change systems that make it easy to swap out lenses on the fly when the weather suddenly turns; you can get goggles that don’t even require a second lens because they automatically adapt to changing light conditions; and then there are goggles that have been designed and engineered to fit your face like a proverbial glove. Our top picks of 2023 check all of these boxes and have the power (and technology) to boost any low-vis day.
Finding the perfect ski helmet is like finding the perfect pair of jeans. Fit is everything. While solid construction and protection features are obviously a no-brainer, most helmets on the market these days check those boxes thanks to rigorous safety and testing standards. The differentiator between all the helmets out there now is a really great, comfortable fit and innovative design. Sizing, weight, venting, padding, and adjustability are all key to finding the perfect helmet for you, something you won’t mind donning day in and day out to keep your most valuable asset protected. Here, we list our favorite ski helmets of the year. They made the cut because they’re bomber, stylish, and above all, as comfortable as your favorite pair of jeans.