Thoughts on the dye i5's?
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I have used quite a few types over the years such as the JT Pro flex and Pro flex revolution, Events and had a go with the VIO's and had a set of Grills for some time.
The proflex and Revo's always gave very good coverage but as you know are large goggles, same for the Events, I love all three designs still but you have to move on.
Compared to the grills I'd say I prefer the I5's for design and as for coverage I'm going to say near as dam it the same. I don't have a set of grills anymore so can't give a side by side comparison.
I did not like the VIO's at all so I can't really give an unbiased opinion, but I'd say the I5's are much much better all round, however this is a personal opinion only.
The proflex and Revo's always gave very good coverage but as you know are large goggles, same for the Events, I love all three designs still but you have to move on.
Compared to the grills I'd say I prefer the I5's for design and as for coverage I'm going to say near as dam it the same. I don't have a set of grills anymore so can't give a side by side comparison.
I did not like the VIO's at all so I can't really give an unbiased opinion, but I'd say the I5's are much much better all round, however this is a personal opinion only.
Cool works for me I've had events proflex grillz vio extended just use the grillz and proflex now I'm 99% certain I'm getting the i5
I have to say I'm impressed with the I5's a lot of thought appears to have gone in to them from the ratchet system on the strap to the increased coverage of the mask as a whole.
I also like the removable foam surrounds on the inside and the fact that it appears DYE have made provision for a sun peak although it will be at further cost (if it ever materialises) I know it's some what old fashioned now but I really miss the peak of the JT's as it really helped to deflect shots away from the forehead/top of head.
I don't think you will be disappointed with a set of I5's and I'd say go for it! However in typical DYE fashion I'm sure the limited edition/special edition colours will be along in a few months.....
My only real criticism of the I5's is that for the money they really should come with a spare clear lens, as the one fitted as you can see is very dark indeed, no good for the British winter I'd suggest but I'll find out at the weekend!
I also like the removable foam surrounds on the inside and the fact that it appears DYE have made provision for a sun peak although it will be at further cost (if it ever materialises) I know it's some what old fashioned now but I really miss the peak of the JT's as it really helped to deflect shots away from the forehead/top of head.
I don't think you will be disappointed with a set of I5's and I'd say go for it! However in typical DYE fashion I'm sure the limited edition/special edition colours will be along in a few months.....
My only real criticism of the I5's is that for the money they really should come with a spare clear lens, as the one fitted as you can see is very dark indeed, no good for the British winter I'd suggest but I'll find out at the weekend!
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