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After putting VALLON new Crossroads™ goggles to the test in real mountain conditions, I’m genuinely excited to share my thoughts.

As someone who’s spent decades chasing the best-performing gear, it doesn’t take long to know when something is dialed-in. From high clarity in challenging light to all-day comfort and thoughtful technical details, these goggles have quickly proved that they’re built for skiers who care about performance as much as craftsmanship.

First impressions

First impressions matter, and the Crossroads™ absolutely nail it. The rope-inspired headstrap and clean, understated frame design feel like a nod to classic mountaineering heritage - no loud colors, no gimmicks. But once you put them on, it’s clear these goggles are all about performance.

ZEISS Toric Lenses

The real standout is the ZEISS toric lens. I’ve skied with them in everything from bluebird days to flat-light snow-storm skiing, and the clarity is exceptional. The toric shape delivers wide peripheral vision without the distortion you sometimes get from other lens shapes. Everything just feels more stable and natural - especially when the terrain gets technical.

Lenses for all conditions

VALLON includes two lenses as standard, which I love. The Cat. 3 brown-tinted lens handled bright days effortlessly, reducing glare while keeping colors natural. But the surprise hero was the Cat. 2 violet lens. In overcast and low-contrast conditions, it genuinely sharpened terrain definition. Snow textures popped and I found myself a new convert to violet lenswear, where I would have otherwise reached for yellow. That said, these goggles also come with a Cat. 1 (yellow) and Cat. 4 (dark smoke) lens option which I can’t wait to try.

New Magentic Lens Change System

The PolarLock™ magnetic lens system is another win. Lens changes are fast and intuitive even with gloves on, and the lock gives peace of mind for those who have experienced lenses popping out of their goggles during fast descents. I never once worried about a lens popping out, even skiing aggressively in rough conditions.

Spot-on for comfort and clarity

Comfort-wise, the Crossroads™ are spot on. The TPU frame stays flexible in cold temperatures, ventilation across the frame is excellent, and fogging wasn’t an issue. The wide strap with silicone grip keeps everything locked in place, so no need to adjust your headstrap as the day goes on.

Protecting your gear on the move

Small details round it out: a microfiber pouch for the goggle themselves, a proper hard case for the spare lens, and thoughtful high build quality throughout.

Final thoughts

In short, the Crossroads™ blend the essence of classic mountaineering and backcountry character with modern optical performance better than almost anything I’ve tested. If you care about top-tier performance and style that will make others say “Where did you get those from?” these are absolutely worth your time and money.

Crossroads™ are available here from the VALLON store.

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VALLON Crossroads™ Must-have alpine goggles: Classic soul meets modern clarity