Founded in 2004 in Sweden, the POC brand has grown in popularity to this day, becoming a leader in head and body protection and optical aids in the snow and bike sectors.
Always recognizable for their simple yet unique design, POC products have earned the utmost credibility in the field of performance and even more so in that of safety.
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POC, safety is the first objective
The evolution of sport is intrinsically linked to the performance of those who practice it, and the growth of the latter proceeds in parallel with the increase in the risk of accidents and injuries.
For this reason, POC has since the very beginning linked its name to safety research, combining it with a holistic and innovative approach. This involves athletes working closely with a research and development team including medical experts specializing in trauma and injuries. Impact simulation equipment, crash tests with test specimens, data analysis, wind tunnel studies, and field trials all contribute to developing products that, based on objective evidence, make users—athletes and amateurs alike—feel safer and able to focus on performance or the enjoyment of the sport.
Northern Europe, a unique approach to design
Tell me where you’re from and…
POC is not an isolated case; the Northern European school of design is recognizable worldwide, from furniture to cars, clothing, and even sportswear. Its design is rooted in Bauhaus minimalism, with clean lines, functional details, and bright colors paired with basic neutrals like black and white.
Going unnoticed without being noticed seems to be the guiding principle of an exploratory approach that doesn’t conform to current trends.
Performance and comfort
Whether the user is an amateur or a professional athlete, the performance of the tool must be achieved through a design that is functional to the body’s morphology, that does not hinder or rather facilitates body movement, that protects without being invasive and that, through the perception of feeling safe, allows the focus to be on performance.
POC Nexal Mid
The POC Nexal Mid ski goggle is much more than protection for your eyes, it is a device that integrates an additional level of:
- Safety
- Visual performances
- Comfort
Design, not just beauty but ergonomics
The size is already apparent in the name: Mid. It’s not small enough to obscure your view, nor is it large enough to take up too much space. The Mid size strikes the right balance between wide field of vision and compactness.
The flexible Outriggers integrated into the frame ensure full compatibility of the goggle with POC helmet, the frame reduced to the essentials eliminates redundancies for a personal and innovative style.
The layout does not create visual blind spots and does not restrict breathing by compressing the nose.
Comfort, you use it for hours and you don’t notice you’re wearing it
The POC Nexal Mid feels incredibly soft against your face; the triple-layer foam doesn’t compress your cheeks or nose and absorbs sweat in high temperatures. The perforated cheek pads maximize overall comfort.
The lower and lateral ventilation openings (foam shielded) are complemented by the large upper opening, adjustable (lockable) via a slider and positioned for perfect compatibility with the ventilation/intake chimneys present in POC helmets.
The elastic band, over 4 cm wide, with an internal silicone finish (double stripe) and double adjustment, allows for a perfect fit on the head or helmet and the flexibility needed to adapt to everyone’s size.
A unique protective shield
If ergonomics and the best lens on the market weren’t enough, safety is increased by the frame design which features cheekbone protection at the side/lower corners.
POC Nexal Mid, a clear vision, always
The last and most important point concerns the lens. Nexal Mid comes standard with the Clarity by POC lens made by ZEISS. The cylindrical design reduces the distance to the eyes, eliminating possible distortion. The rose-based tint with a slight mirroring ensures clear vision even in cloudy skies, protecting your eyes from direct sunlight. The anti-fog treatment eliminates the risk of fogging in humid conditions, while the anti-scratch treatment protects your goggle from accidental impacts.
The Ri-Pel, Anti-Dirt and Water Treatment hydrophobic and oleophobic treatments protect against dust, water splashes, sweat and salt, ensuring clear vision in all conditions.
Nexal Mid also offers a Clarity Intense Cloudy Coral lens (with Lycra protection) for really foggy days and a handy Lycra pouch for when you throw the goggle in your backpack.
The Zeiss lens guarantees protection from UV400, UVA and UVB rays.
