MSRP: $176
Rene Rinnekangas just released a new film of 20 minutes of pure snowboarding bliss, aptly called Heaven. The opening sequence begins with a melodic and subtle soundtrack to complement Rene’s elegance, style and creativity on the board. Rene can do things in the streets that mortals only dream of. From urban landscapes in Finland to bottomless powder lines in Japan, Rene’s mastery has earned him the right to receive a pro model goggle with Oakley.
Just like his riding, Rene’s Line Miner L model is fire! Evidence is the flame job on the side strap logo and the fire theme doesn’t stop there. The Rene goggle comes stock with a versatile Torch Iridium lens that illuminates details in flat light conditions while providing just the right amount of tint for bright sunny days.
Speaking of lenses. Rene’s goggle is outfitted with a cylindrica lens. One of our favorite aspects of it is its lower volume, which brings the lens closer to your face, opening up your field of view. The design is sleek, and combined with Oakley’s Flexible O Matter chassis, the frame hugs the contours of your face, thanks to the material’s buttery flex. Even in cold temps when other goggles cans stiffen up making for an uncomfortable day, the Line Miner cradles your face beautifully.
Rene’s goggles won’t make you ride like him, but their unobstructed visibility just might help you see terrain the way he sees it.