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The Gordini Artist Series Project (GASP) model line comprises of local and internationally renowned artists who produce the designs that are plastered on some of Gordini’s winter products. This business path differs a tiny bit from other companies that have an in house graphic design department or rely on the art designs produced by their sponsored professionals. The days of just having goggles with a solid boring color are long over especially since winter fashion on the slopes has picked up over the last decade.

Front View

First Impressions

David Kinsey, a Californian-based artist, has definitively splashed his urban street style onto these goggles. I thought the red and black graffiti-like designs were pretty sweet looking on the goggle frame. Upon playing around with the goggles a bit more, the strap kept me mesmerized for a bit due to it’s crazy urban inspired design. I can confidently say that I think the design is a side-shot of some comic villain as I see a white eye. But, I’ll have to let you be the judge of that.

Side View

Testing on the Ski Slopes

The first thing that I loved about these goggles was that I know they can take a good beating considering how much stiffer they are compared to other goggles I’ve owned. Another great feature is the flexible strap connectors that allow the goggles to fit comfortable to either a beanie or a helmet. In an effort to save my skull, I will always be rocking a helmet, so it’s rather important for my goggles to fit over my face without any issues. While I did not run into any issues regarding the goggles or the goggle strap, I still would have liked to see the inside of the strap have a rubber-like material that helps it from sliding off a helmet or a beanie.

I didn’t run into any fogging issues during my all-day testing but just remember not to tuck a gator or bandana underneath. I’ve seen far to many people complain about their goggles fogging up only for them to realize it’s because they are basically exhaling warm air onto the cold goggles.

The inside foam was similar to other goggles and felt pretty comfortable, especially on the bridge of the nose. I also didn’t feel any cold air leaking in as I did a few laps up and down the mountain but that doesn’t mean it will be the same for you. As a disclaimer, I would highly recommend that you try on a pair of goggles prior to purchasing them because not all frames will fit all faces perfectly.

Overall Thoughts

I’ve always been a loyal to Oakley, Spy and Smith for my goggles but I might have to start taking a better look at Gordini with their sweet new designs. To be honest, I’ve always had the subconscious thought in my head that Gordini mostly produces winter gloves – but it appears I’m wrong. I thoroughly enjoy the fact that Gordini has followed other winter companies that have an artist inspired product line that changes each year to keep the designs fresh. These goggles have all the important requirements that powerhouse goggle companies offer but just suffer from a brand that isn’t well known for producing goggles. As an avid skier who has gone through more than enough goggles after the lens being scratched (it’s my personal pet peeve), I highly recommend you to branch out to companies such as Gordini offering some interesting designs.

Technical Specs

• Medium Fit
• Spherical Lens
• Air Flow Design (AFD®)
• Outriggers For Helmet Compatibility