5 TIPS to Keep Your Glasses from Fogging Up In a Snowmobile Helmet - or with a Mask!

[@briankotak403]

Another helpful video. Thanks so much!

[@martyfield694]

Good to see you back with some relevant, informative content. I had a problem with fogging way back in the 80's, go figure. Everything related to sledding has come a long way. To bad winter is letting us down so badly.

[@MyOldSled]

I’ve always had an issue with glasses, and I get a ton of questions about it. Yeah its been a lousy winter. Thanks for watching

[@glennheath6150]

I know this is an older video but just found your channel and so a new subscriber here. When it’s really cold (below -30C) is when I have the most problems with glasses fogging. I will lift the visor about a 1/4” to get some extra airflow. Good video.

[@MyOldSled]

Awesome! Welcome in. Thank you for watching.

[@odiethesledandcarguy9884]

Great video I purchased a mission helmet and it works amazingly but my glasses do tend to fog up still I will definitely try this and let you know how well it worked for me Again great video

[@MyOldSled]

Thanks for watching. hope it helps

[@mdinatale12]

I have the same problem! Drives me crazy. Thanks for the vid!

[@MyOldSled]

Thanks for watching. Hope it helps!

[@jimjohnson7764]

I've been using anti-fog spray on my glasses for years and it's absolutely a must for me. Highly recommend it. Great to have you back David! :)

[@MyOldSled]

I agree Jim, and its great to be back. Which one do you use?

[@jimjohnson7764]

@@MyOldSled I finally found the anti-fog spray..been awhile since I used it. It's called The Purple Stuff. Not sure if it's still available.

[@cannaj875]

@@jimjohnson7764 I can’t find it

[@20_below]

In really extreme conditions, I found the only thing that works is prescription goggles with a built in fan. Good video!

[@MyOldSled]

Hi 20. In that test, my glasses had been outside in the cold overnight and all day. The difference between that and the steam from a boiling kettle is a pretty extreme difference in temps. I wouldn’t mind testing goggles with a fan, but I think If it was much more extreme that the temps i ride in I’d want a full visor…what type do you use.Thanks for watching

[@20_below]

​@@MyOldSled Hello, didn't mean to throw shade on your testing - just wanted to mention the goggles route. I mostly ride utility machines in Alaska. Only wear a helmet for sport riding in "warm" weather.

[@MyOldSled]

Oh i didn’t take it that way at all. No worries

[@hollymorrow70]

Great video David! Awesome tips! :)

[@MyOldSled]

Thanks Holly!

[@joelgregory7321]

good / helpful content thanks for researching and posting

[@jmcgoo4270]

Awesome videos thanks!!!

[@MyOldSled]

Thanks for watching!

[@haysgoodman8068]

Modular 2 has treated this glasses wearer very well over the years. I’ve had to replace the mask once to keep the fitment tight, and do have to crack the shield at stops, but it’s been a great helmet overall.

[@MyOldSled]

Yep cracking the visor helps if its not tooo cold. Thanks for watching

[@jason28w]

what's the best snowmobile helmet with heated shield for glasses would you recommend ?

[@MyOldSled]

The best? I could only say the ones I like of the ones I have. I would have a good look at the oxygen from brp.

[@hughrs]

Cool you read my comment from last year, I think it we last year... ( at this point I haven't watched the video yet, I had to pause and comment ).... for the last 4 seasons all I've been able to do is keep me visor cracked open and put my balaclava up to my nostrils, so they get kind of plugged, and then as my breathing slows as I ride I can then close my visor all the way, this takes a few kilometers depending on the temperature.... I still have to open my visor a bit when I come to a stop and sometimes open it all the way and start over if I have to stop for longer than a few seconds.... as you probably can guess all of the above described varies.... now I'll watch the rest of you videos BTW I have a 1998 formula deluxe 583 and thow is never let me down, it darts terribly, I've tried everything that you and others have suggested but to no avail, I can tell that the adjustments I make are changing the drivablity of itand I've got it as good as its going to get I guess.... any ideas? If I could get intouch with you in a more 1 on 1 discussion maybe you could walk me through some better ideas, the discussion might even help for another in depth video about this problem... thanks for the videos ttyl I should add... my budget doesn't allow for a top helmet... it has a heated visor and a thing that goes over my mouth and nose but without spending big bucks the helmet I have doesn't work.... but I'll definitely try your suggestion and let you know how it goes 🍻🇨🇦💪

[@MyOldSled]

Hopefully this will help :)

[@robertfagga7921]

Thanks David Leaving my glasses home is not an option. I usually have to leave my shield up a bit but that can get really cold sometimes.

[@MyOldSled]

Try an antifog spray. They really work.

[@mikeburns4971]

One thing that is critical for all of the anti-fog treatments that I have tried is that the lens must be above freezing for them to work. Otherwise your breath freezes to the lens before it can be dispersed. I have found that this is not normally a problem with a good quality helmet at temperatures above -10c or -15c but at lower temperatures it is a problem for me even with a good quality anti-fog, and a BV2S helmet with a heated visor. One trick I have learned is to to put the helmet on in a warm place and keep it on even when stopped so your lenses never get a chance to cool down below freezing. If I do open the helmet and my lens fog they tend to clear if I wait a few minutes after closing it and letting it warm up before taking off. Once I start cracking the visor while riding my lenses quickly cool down below zero and the anti-fog won’t work.

[@MyOldSled]

Hi Mike, many anti fog product do not work or are less effective in below freezing temperatures. There are several that do, but typically need to be reapplied for frequently.

[@mikeburns4971]

Thanks for the reply. Just wanted to clarify that I have found many that work at sub zero “air” temperatures but have never found one that works once the temperature of your lenses drop below freezing. That includes the latest nano-technology sprays or wipes. I’m interested if you find one that does but to demonstrate that it works you would have to breath on lenses that are well below freezing and not at room temperature to simulate real life experience. Enjoy your tips as I still ride only vintage class 70’s 80’s and 90’s sleds that are still repairable and maintainable by owner.

[@GarageWorx]

Best way I have found is to get contacts.😊

[@MyOldSled]

:) I never liked contacts. Always felt like something in my eyes.

[@dudehere340]

Love your videos. Best way to keep glasses from fogging is not wearing a mask. They don't work. It was all for theater. Tell them all to F-off. Ride safe my friend

[@MyOldSled]

Hey thanks Fire dude. I find it hard to complain too much when i see Dr.s and nurses and dentists wearing all that stuff all day, but I hear you.

[@ourlifeinparadise515]

Get to the point bro

[@MyOldSled]

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