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The TYR Special Ops 2.0 goggles are a work of fine craftsmanship, but you will pay for it. If you’re looking for a well-made goggle that isn’t going to leak and the fit works for you, give these a try. I’ll be using these in the open water, for the sun protection they provide and the tight seal around the eyes—a leak in open water is not fun.

What I love: The only way to get these goggles to leak would be to wedge a crowbar between them and your eye socket.

What I could do without: I had issues with comfort, both with the strap and with the gaskets in my eyes.

Ratings

Seal: 5/5

These are the most leakproof goggles I have ever worn. If you like a tight seal around your eyes, you’ll love these.

Clarity: 3/5

I was surprised when I first wore these at how clearly I could see in the water. They provide excellent clarity and a wide field of vision. However, even new, they tend to fog up pretty easily, especially if they get a little water in them.

Comfort: 2/5

These might work for some, but I find them pretty uncomfortable. The strap feels like it is cutting into my ears. If I push it up a little, it’s fine, but then the goggles sit in my eye sockets at a bad angle and start hurting my eyes. I’d expect better comfort for such an expensive pair of goggles. This may not be a problem for everyone, but if they don’t work, there aren’t any options for adjusting them other than tightening or loosening the strap.

Durability: 5/5

As I mentioned earlier, the construction of these goggles is second to none. They exude quality as you hold them in your hand.

Features: 3/5

They come in a polarized, transition, junior, and femme (women’s) styles. The transition model darkens as you go in the sun—though some say this feature does not work well and I have not tested it myself. There is a wide array of colors to suit your preferences.

Cost: 2/5

You’ll be paying nearly $30, which makes them a lot more expensive than comparable goggles but still not quite into the high-end competition goggle territory.

Overall: 3.8/5

If the fit works for you and you aren’t concerned with the high price point, these goggles will do a great job at keeping the water out of your eyes and should last for a while.