Smith I/O MAG ChromaPop Goggles for Sale, Reviews, Deals and Guides

8.4
out of 10
16 Positive, 2 Mixed & 1 Negative
from 19 Reviews
Retail Price:
$250.00
Used Value:
$150.00
Sale Value:
$225.00

If you thought the I/O couldn't get any better at keeping your eyes on the prize, snow or shine, you definitely thought wrong. The I/O MAG Chromapop Goggles comes with all the same technological advantages as Smith's previous top-tier I/O series, now with a lens change system that's easier than ever to use. Magnets placed throughout the frame resist natural forces when you're ripping around the mountain, yet make midday lens changes a snap when the clouds roll in post-lunch.

Specifications

Brand:
Case Included:
microfiber bag
Claimed Weight:
6oz
Face Size:
medium
Frame:
magnetic, rimless, 3-layer DriWix face foam
Interchangeable Lens:
yes
Lens:
[outer] carbonic-x, [inner] 5X anti-fog
Manufacturer Warranty:
lifetime
Recommended Use:
skiing, snowboarding
Strap:
wide, silicone-backed
Technical Features:
ChromaPop, Porex Filter, TLT, Fog-X treatment, AirEvac

Full Reviews

8
Got these to combine separate low light/everyday goggles to one. I wish the swap was just a little easier. It only take a few seconds but if you are doing it on the lift you are taking your gloves off. I found that I could not wear my glasses with these and had to get RX prescription inserts but the combination is good. So far I have only used the Everyday Violet Mirror Lens. It was great on sunny day with shadows being cast on the runs. Riding up the chair lift was to bright and might opt for the full sun lenses if I am skiing with the sun in my line of sight. Be Careful stretching these over the back of your helmet. I have personally witnessed a failure on the plastic strap attachment to the goggle.
John U., backcountry.com
December 9, 2020
8
I gave this as a gift and he said they are a great to wear, very comfortable and helped with the glare. Would recommend.
ERIN WRIGHT, backcountry.com
December 3, 2020
10
These are a great value and worked really well. I get extra discount from here: coupon-bird.com
Fleabus, backcountry.com
November 8, 2020
10
Mine came with a defect. Great Goggles though. Backcountry has been great with returns. I will buy a new one of the same style.
Burton Gildersleeve, backcountry.com
February 7, 2020
10
Love these goggles, especially the extra lens that came with them! They are perfect for flat light days and they fit perfectly with my Smith helmet.
John Peter Barrand, backcountry.com
January 19, 2020
8
I really enjoyed these googles! I will say changing the lenses takes some getting used to but you will find your self switching them out with ease before you know it. These googles fit great with every helmet i have used them with. I have not run into any issues with fogging either. all around a great product!
Matthew DiDonato, backcountry.com
December 13, 2019
10
I was looking for colorful goggles that would fit well. I get extra discount from here: coupon-code.info
Mayank Aggarwal, backcountry.com
November 27, 2019
8
I've been using the I/O goggle for a couple years and I just got the chance to try out the I/O Mag and at first I hated them, but they grew on me. Switching lenses took some getting used to. It kind of feels like they are going to break when you do it the first time, but once i got the hang of it I was able to do it in seconds. I never dealt with any fogging and the Chromapop lenses are the best.
Aaron Bytendorp, backcountry.com
April 11, 2019
2
I bought these goggles as a birthday gift for my bf, and they didn’t even last half the season. He had issues with them fogging up from early on, which was frustrating to begin with, then one day riding the lift without even touching them heard a “pop” sound as they fell to his lap. The small plastic piece that attaches the strap to the goggle broke off. The quality should be much better given the price point. Zero stars.
Aubree P., backcountry.com
April 2, 2019
10
The IO series goggles have been a staple in the ski industry for quite some time now. The mag series makes swapping lenses even quicker, and all of the other features we love are still there. Wide peripheral vision, comfortable foam with good airflow, and high quality low light lenses are all standard features. People with larger faces might prefer the IOX model, which has a bigger frame.
Kendall, backcountry.com
March 18, 2019
6
I really enjoyed the fit and size of these goggles. I typically wear medium sized goggle but I am a small woman! I really did enjoy the entire feel of these goggles. I never fogged them once and they seemed pretty resilient to scratches compared to some of my other goggles! The only issue I really had with these was the locking mechnism to change the lens. I couldn't get around to change the lens without actually touching the lens and I don't really like that. I had to carefully wipe away my fingerprints from the corner edge after changing out the lens. Maybe it was just a personal issue on how I was swapping them out but I will most likely stick with my Anon WM1 so I can swap out my lenses without touching the front of them!
Brooklynn, backcountry.com
March 18, 2019
4
I love Smith goggles...have had many pairs over the years. My biggest issue has always been changing the lenses. My IO7's are super annoying when it comes to swapping out lenses. Other manufacturers have figured this challenge out, and I was excited when Smith came out with the IOMag. I like everything about this goggle except for 1 critical flaw, and that is the plastic swivel where the strap connects to the goggle. I broke 2 separate pairs of goggles in the same exact place: the plastic cracked and broke off where the pivot point of the strap meets the goggle base. I wish I could explain this better...but...it appears to be a very weak design, especially when this plastic gets cold. I want to love these, but am now returning my 2nd pair. Smith Warranty will only allow me a $240 "credit" that is good for 1 year. Not super helpful now that I've already replaced the Mag's, and lord knows I don't need another pair of sunglasses. Absolutely cannot recommend these unless they change the design. I've seen plenty of other reviews on other sites of people having the exact same issue.
Adam, backcountry.com
March 14, 2019
10
This was part of a gift and here are their remarks: I went with these goggles to have additional lenses for different times of day and riding conditions with an easy way to adjust. I have not had any issues and the lenses are super clear and comfortable during riding.
Rowan Owens, backcountry.com
March 11, 2019
10
Love Smith Goggles. Great optics, great fit with a Smith helmet. Two lenses for sunny and cloudy conditions. Best detail with these, super easy to change the lens with the new magnet set-up.
Kaitlyn Taylor, backcountry.com
March 2, 2019
10
Love these things. Can't go wrong with Smith. Great fit and they don't fog, and seem durable as well. The extra lenses are also a nice bonus.
taylor, backcountry.com
February 19, 2019
10
These are awesome. Good all around vision and it comes with two magnetic lenses that snap in place. Good to have options in different kinds of light. Comfortable and light, yet sturdy. Worth the money!
Jennifer Perales, backcountry.com
February 18, 2019
8
I was an Oakley guy forever, and my old goggles were getting worn out and scratched. Time for new ones. I like clarity, I like the idea of two lenses, and Smith's Chromapop lenses had a lot of hype, so I took the leap. I find these goggles don't cover as much of my face as I would like. On cold days, I really feel it more than I did with my old A Frames. Also, my googles took a while form to my face, leaving a gap between my nose and the nose piece--that's the hazard of buying things on the internet. On the other hand, I like the storm lens and the darker sun lens, and I would have to buy two sets of goggles from Oakley. I like, but if I had to do it over again I'd probably go back to Oakleys.
Larry, backcountry.com
February 17, 2019
8
Pretty Rad, it's the first year they've had these so i was a little skeptical. I've used them a few times and they're awesome, wish they were a bit bigger on my face though. Smith has new things coming I bet........... :) A little nervous that if i take a hard digger the lens will pop out with the way they lock into the tab, guess time will tell!
Sam T, backcountry.com
February 17, 2019
10
I was skeptical about buying a new pair of goggles and wanted to buy the absolute perfect pair. After weeks of research, demoing, and asking my fellow employees, this is the pair I settled on. I love the wide range of visibility, the low light-lens, the ease of changing to a new lens, and how they look while being worn! Great purchase, I'm very happy.
Jessica Fuller, backcountry.com
February 12, 2019