Speedo Hydrospex Polarized Swim Goggle

by Speedo

Product Features

• General purpose anti-fog swim goggle with polarized goggles for reduced glare
• One-piece frosted PVC vinyl frame and flared lens gaskets
• Split headstrap for optimal fit
• Non-adjustable nose bridge
• 95% UV protection

Product Description

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Speedo's polarized swim goggle provides optimum clarity above and below the waterline. Reducing glare when swimming indoors or out, the polarized lenses are made from shatter-resistant polycarbonate. They are hard-coated with anti-fog protection and offer 95 percent protection from UV rays. It features a frosted, one-piece PVC vinyl frame for a low-drag profile in the water. The flared lens gaskets with hypo-allergenic seals offer good coverage around the eyes and a watertight fit. It also features a non-adjustable nose bridge and a silicone split headstrap for optimal fit.

About Speedo
In 1914, Speedo was founded in Australia by Alexander MacRae, a 22-year-old Scottish immigrant who arrived in the country in 1910. The company began when MacRae Hosiery manufacturers, established by Alexander in 1914, extended the manufacture of underwear to swimwear and became MacRae Knitting Mills. A naming competition was held by the staff in 1928 and won by a Captain Parsonson, who coined the slogan, "Speed on in your Speedos." In 1929, the first swimsuits were in production and it didn’t take long for Speedo to successfully establish itself. World War II caused the brand turn over 90% of it’s manufacturing to war production, providing the armed services with vital equipment such as mosquito nets. After the war, Speedo opened a new factory and was able to re-establish itself, due to increased demand for swimsuits. In 1951, Speedo Knitting Mills (Holdings) Ltd, was incorporated and became a publicly traded company on the Sydney Stock exchange.

Speedo hit the international stage in earnest, at the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games, and a few years later the brand grew on a more global scale. Export sales to the USA began and an international division was set up to monitor trade in New Zealand, Japan and South Africa. The expansion of the brand continued, and in 1976, Speedo was appointed as the official swimwear for the 1976 Montreal Olympics, where 52 out of 54 countries wore their swimsuits.

Speedo continues to make its mark in the pool and on the beach today. Many world class athletes who wear Speedo include U.S. phenomenon Michael Phelps, legendary Australian swimmer Grant Hackett, world record holder Kosuke Kitajima from Japan, and Holland’s Inge de Bruijn.

What's in the Box?
Speedo polarized Hydrospex swim goggle, printed instructions

Product Description

A low-profile goggle designed with emphasis on daily wear comfort with a one piece soft frame construction with integrated hypo-allergenic seals, shatter-resistant, polarized polycarbonate lens with UV protection and anti-fog coating. Polarization helps prevent glare.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 2 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00070QE6W
• Item model number: 7500002-082
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #956,773 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars sweet!, August 26, 2005

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jo mcknight "joel" (NC, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Speedo Hydrospex Polarized Swim Goggle (Sports)

yeah, goggles are generally not comfortable or cool... THESE, are great though. I'm not a competative swimmer, but have really enjoyed kicking it with these bad boys at the local watering hole... plus they're not bad looking either.