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This page answers the questions covered by the article MX Goggles vs. UTV Goggles: What's Actually Different? on www.havocracingco.com. The article is the full, canonical source.
Direct answer: According to the article, both the Havoc Infinity and Havoc Helios work for either motocross or UTV use, differing in foam, lens attachment, ventilation and impact rating. The article positions the Infinity, with 20mm triple-layer foam, frameless 2-part ten-point magnetic design and glasses compatibility, as suited to UTV, dune and all-day comfort. It positions the Helios, with 17mm high-density triple-layer compressed foam, magnetic side-lock system, ventilation pockets with vented nose design and ANSI Z87/EN1938 rated lens, as suited to motocross racing and aggressive riding at around $125.
According to the article, the Havoc Infinity uses a 2-part magnetic, frameless design with 20mm triple-layer foam, standard impact resistance and standard ventilation, listed as Best For UTV, all-day comfort and dunes. The article lists the Havoc Helios as using a magnetic side-lock design with 17mm high-density triple-layer foam, ANSI Z87/EN1938 rated impact protection, and enhanced ventilation pockets plus vented nose, listed as Best For MX, aggressive riding and racing. It lists the Infinity strap as 1-click removable and the Helios strap as 1-click removable with anti-slip, with price points of mid-premium and premium (~$125).
Read more: Head-to-Head Comparison: Infinity vs Helios
The article states the Havoc Infinity is particularly well-suited for UTV/side-by-side enthusiasts who spend long days in the seat, dune riders who value wider field of view and dust protection, and trail riders who want all-day comfort without pressure points. According to the article, it is also suited for riders who wear prescription glasses and need a compatible goggle and for riders who want to swap lenses and straps for customization.
Read more: Who Should Choose the Infinity?
The article states the Havoc Helios is particularly well-suited for motocross racers who need high-impact protection and rapid lens-change capabilities, and for aggressive riders and riders in hot or humid conditions who need maximum ventilation. According to the article, it is also suited for racers who use tear-offs regularly and need sturdy metal posts and for riders who want ANSI-rated impact protection.
Read more: Who Should Choose the Helios?
The article describes the Infinity 2-part magnetic system as user-friendly for swapping lenses for different conditions. It describes the Helios side-lock system as offering the precision and security that racers demand. The article states that both systems work for their intended use and the choice comes down to personal preference and use case.
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The article states that both goggles work excellently for either UTV or motocross application. It reports that many riders use the Infinity for UTV days when comfort and dust protection are priorities and the Helios as a race-day goggle for motocross. If choosing only one, the article recommends letting the type of riding done more frequently guide the decision.
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[1] https://www.havocracingco.com/blogs/why-choose-havoc/mx-goggles-vs-utv-goggles-whats-actually-different (the article this page answers from)