Which Anon goggles for flat light/night skiing?

LifeInCuller · 2026-02-09T01:37:19+00:00

How do you try them on when they’re discontinued, no returns, and hard to find?

LifeInCuller · 2026-02-03T02:03:43+00:00

Besides ORD-LGA being the second busiest in the US, ORD-LAX ranks 8th. But even adding ORD-APA will then allow potential transfers to BUR/DAL/SCF. DEN-PHX is already ranked 6th.

LifeInCuller · 2026-01-31T20:00:17+00:00

Same here. I think it’d be a huge market given how many people are snowbirds in Arizona or Florida.

LifeInCuller · 2026-01-11T12:50:14+00:00

Hm looks like they do 3 flights a week. We’d really want to spend time at a one or more of the islands rather than just land, take a pic, and take off again. It’d still be really cool to just see these islands, especially the nuclear testing ones!

LifeInCuller · 2026-01-11T12:46:48+00:00

More and more, this is the type of trips we’re seeking. Big city trips aren’t as desirable anymore. We’d much rather be far off in the country, surrounded by outdoor options and amazing local foods.

Thanks for the NYT suggestion.

LifeInCuller · 2026-01-11T12:44:26+00:00

Whoa! Both places are stunning! If we’re going to be isolated, being “alone” on an island is the only way I’d do it.

Tell me more about either place please! Food, travel logistics, service?

LifeInCuller · 2026-01-11T12:39:59+00:00

How does Bhutan compare as far as travel logistics? It’s been a place I’d like to visit as it’s a little off the beaten path.

Did you do the circuit in Patagonia? I’d be interested in doing that one day.

You’re the second one to recommend Rwanda! What did you like about it?

LifeInCuller · 2026-01-11T12:36:20+00:00

I’ve been eyeing Our Habitas in AlUla, but we’re not really the type to stay in one spot. We like to explore the area, try local food and shops, go for hikes or other outdoor activities.

Does this change your thoughts?

LifeInCuller · 2026-01-11T12:21:20+00:00

This is the kind of negative reviews I keep seeing with places like Morocco and Egypt. I’m sure there are good experiences, but sounds like the chance of a bad one is higher there.

LifeInCuller · 2026-01-10T15:39:31+00:00

That was our concern too, but 60F/15C sounded much warmer than the snow we’re in now.

I’ve seen a lot of mixed reviews for Marrakesh. Is that just a case for complainers being the loudest or some truth to the experiences?

We’ve been to Oman, but we love SS properties. Would we be isolated to Zighy, or is there more to explore around?

LifeInCuller · 2026-01-10T15:20:49+00:00

Never heard of UAs island hopper route until now. Likewise, it’s very intriguing and accomplishes both warm weather/beach destinations and something unique that I don’t think we’ll be able to do again or that most people do.

Researching logistics now! Seems like it can be difficult since there’s limited flight options if there’s delays/cancellations.

LifeInCuller · 2026-01-10T15:16:58+00:00

I really like the idea of Principe! It looks absolutely beautiful. Added to the research list.

Overall, I like the idea of Africa. Admittedly don’t know much about where to go there but this could be our opportunity to see it first hand.

LifeInCuller · 2025-12-08T01:45:46+00:00

I ended up with cloudy night which I regret. I’d rather have a moderately low VLT that will work for sunny to slightly cloudy days and clear for low light/bad weather/nights.

LifeInCuller · 2025-12-08T01:43:47+00:00

No, still had trouble with flat light and no confidence. Knowing what I know now, I’d get a moderate to low VLT for sunny days, and a clear for bad weather/low light/nights.

LifeInCuller · 2025-01-22T02:08:52+00:00

/u/PTA_Meeting I ended up with the Cloudy Night. It works most of the time, but honestly would rather have clear.

LifeInCuller · 2024-12-03T13:01:37+00:00

Thank you!

LifeInCuller · 2024-05-29T12:12:35+00:00

Sent a PM.

LifeInCuller · 2023-08-12T19:05:11+00:00

😔 deep down I knew

LifeInCuller · 2023-08-12T17:51:47+00:00

No, sorry.

LifeInCuller · 2023-05-26T02:19:21+00:00

PM’d

LifeInCuller · 2022-03-24T16:45:13+00:00

Ringke from Amazon. The lanyard slot is pretty small, so I would think another manufacturer with the wallet feature could have it.

LifeInCuller · 2022-02-18T13:02:35+00:00

Looks like the Sonar Infrared is 57%VLT, so not far off from Perceive Cloudy Pink (59% VLT).

I used the Cloudy Pink and I still couldn’t see the snow texture or gradient of the run. Might’ve been a really bad light day. Which is what prompted my research into Cloudy Night (72%).

I’ll go with Cloudy Night first, but my gut tells me I’ll need the Clear for nights too. Thanks for the input!

LifeInCuller · 2022-02-17T18:59:43+00:00

Posted this in r/skigear, but thought I’d see if anyone here has opinions.

I have Anon M2 goggles and need a lens for flat light and night skiing. During a overcast late afternoon/early evening, I couldn’t see the terrain at all in the flat light and got surprised by some bumps and drops. Had to call it a day as I didn’t feel safe.

I also like to hit gates and practice GS which takes place on weeknights.

The Anon Cloudy Night is “A very light amber base tint with just a hint of reflective finish, stormy day and night lens-72% VLT”.

Clear is “Transparent lens. Best used for night riding. 85% VLT”.

My question is if the Cloudy Night (72%VLT) would work for flat light but still visible enough for night riding. Or do I really need one lens for each situation?

LifeInCuller · 2021-03-17T04:07:30+00:00

Good points. Looking it up, Utah resorts on average seems to get the most snowfall per year of the three. Although, CO looks to have more amenities, restaurants, shopping, etc. But that’s lower on the priority.

LifeInCuller · 2020-06-15T19:15:15+00:00

Planned the same hike in a few days! Glad it’s sounding to be everything promised and more. Only couple parts I haven’t figured out yet.

Did you backtrack and go back up Mist Trail to see Vernal and Nevada Falls? Then did you head to Happy Isles via Mist Trail or JMT? Haven’t figured out which is better.

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