11/24/2025
If your eyes feel dry, foggy, or irritated every time you ski or ride… it’s probably not “just the wind.”
There’s a reason contacts struggle on the mountain, and most people don’t realize how much strain they’re putting on their eyes until the discomfort shows up mid-run.
Here’s the truth:
Wearing contact lenses under your ski goggles seems convenient, but the cold, dry mountain air pulls moisture from your lenses faster than normal.
The result:
Blurry vision
Dry, gritty, irritated eyes
Lenses that shift or feel “sticky”
And that constant urge to rub your eyes inside your goggles
As Dr. Shannon often tells patients:
Your eyes aren’t irritated because of the wind alone...they’re irritated because your lenses are drying out faster than your eyes can keep up.
That’s exactly why custom ski goggle inserts are becoming the preferred choice for skiers and snowboarders who want clear, stable vision all day without the dryness.
With inserts, you get:
Crisp, consistent vision
Zero fogging
No drying, shifting, or end-of-day discomfort
A full day on the mountain without dealing with contacts or glasses at all
If you’ve been toughing it out with contacts on every run, there’s a much better way to protect your eyes and enjoy the mountain.
Book a quick insert fitting at Mad River Eye Care, and give your eyes a break this season.
