1 / 7ARENA Cobra Ultra Swipe Mirror Racing Swimming Goggles
Swimming: ARENA Cobra Ultra Swipe Mirror goggles are adult racing goggles with mirrored lenses, five interchangeable nose bridges and a double strap. Their anti-fog system is designed to be reactivated underwater by rubbing the inside of the lenses five times.
At a glance
- Five interchangeable nose bridges provide options for adjusting the fit.
- The adjustable double strap is designed to help keep the goggles stable during performance.
- Swipe anti-fog can be reactivated by rubbing the inside of the lenses five times while holding the goggles underwater.
- The listing describes these as mirrored lenses with UV protection and claims World Aquatics (FINA) approval.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The included fit options and adjustable double strap offer more scope to tailor the fit than a fixed-bridge design.
- The anti-fog system has a stated reactivation method that does not require replacing the goggles.
Technical specifications
14 specifications| Brand | ARENA |
|---|
| Material listed | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Polycarbonate, Silicone, Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) |
| Composition claim | 70% Polycarbonate, 20% Silicone, 10% Thermoplastic Elastomer |
| PVC | made without PVC |
| Lens protection | UV protection |
| Approval claim | World Aquatics (FINA) approved |
| Frame finish | Rimless |
|---|---|
| Nose bridges | 5 interchangeable nose bridges |
| Strap | adjustable double strap |
| Colour | YELLOW COPPER-BLACK |
| Lens description | Curved mirror lenses |
|---|---|
| Anti-fog reactivation | rubbing the inside of the lenses five times while holding the goggles underwater |
| Anti-fog duration claim | 10 times longer |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing is inconsistent about lens type: the title and racing-goggle claims describe curved mirrored lenses, while a feature also calls them clear lenses for poorly lit environments. Confirm the lens version before buying. The stated 10-times-longer anti-fog duration and approval are manufacturer claims, not independently verified here.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Competitive swimmers seeking racing-style goggles with mirrored lenses, subject to confirming the selected lens version.
- Swimmers who want several nose-bridge options and an adjustable double strap.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need a confirmed clear-lens version for poorly lit pools without first resolving the listing's conflicting lens descriptions.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
79% 79% - 4 stars
14% 14% - 3 stars
1% 1% - 2 stars
2% 2% - 1 star
4% 4%
Customer feedback is not supplied. Aggregate ratings are strongly weighted towards five-star reviews, with a smaller one-star share, but those figures do not explain buyers' reasons or establish performance. They cannot resolve the listing's conflicting descriptions of the lenses.
Frequently asked questions
How is the Swipe anti-fog feature reactivated?
The listing says to hold the goggles underwater and rub the inside of the lenses five times when they fog up.
Are the lenses mirrored or clear?
The title and racing-goggle claims describe mirrored lenses, but another feature calls them clear. Confirm the lens version offered before ordering.
Can the fit be adjusted?
The listing specifies five interchangeable nose bridges and an adjustable double strap.
Are these goggles described as suitable for competition?
Yes. The listing presents them as racing goggles for competitive swimmers and triathletes and claims World Aquatics (FINA) approval.
