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Offline PeyotZET

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Retaining peripheral vision
« on: October 08, 2008, 01:09:27 AM »
I sincerely apologize if this has been discussed before.

Are there any good brands of or specific paintball or airsoft masks that have 1) proper ventilation, 2) a very wide field of vision, 3) comfort?

My biggest problems with masks is that they tend to rest on my nose uncomfortably, that they squeeze my temples even when loose (causing headaches), that they fog up instantly on winter nights, that I'm unable to see out of the corners of my eyes, and that they're generally unfriendly when you want to aim down your sight (bulky). I prefer masks to Wiley-X, Oakleys, or shooting glasses or goggles. I've tried out quite a few of each of those and have never been too happy about being shot in the lip, which is just my damned luck. I have tried out friends' masks but none are very comfortable for me to wear.
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Re: Retaining peripheral vision
« Reply #1 on: October 08, 2008, 08:10:21 AM »
Check a paintball site for info on masks, few of us use them.
Bolle T-800is about the best you can do in terms of goggles, try wearing that with a shemag if you are concerned about your face so much.
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Re: Retaining peripheral vision
« Reply #2 on: October 09, 2008, 11:37:46 AM »
I would recommend the Empire E-Vents goggles. I have used them for a couple years starting when I was playing speed ball tournaments. They never fog and are very light weight. They are the only face mask I have worn that have a low enough profile to see down sights.
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Re: Retaining peripheral vision
« Reply #3 on: October 12, 2008, 12:22:52 AM »
arena flakjaks are simply the best goggles for the price. goggleoverstock has them for like $13; and they are used by the US military
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