Behold! The 2005 JT Spectra Flex-8™, the latest evolutionary step in the JT Flex family. This all-new goggle system uses the most widely used goggle and lens combination in the industry (290 degree Spectra 2). The revolutionary exoskeleton frame is created using JT's exclusive state of the art "Dual-Fusion" technology, which allows the system to be structurally efficient while maintaining the softness, flexibility and ventilation winning players demand.
Product Availability
The JT Spectra Flex-8 Mask is newer, so it should be commonly available, both new and used. Check out the Places to Buy links below for places to purchase it new.
Look good, they fit tight, easier to breath, no fog!
Weaknesses:
Not comfortable, small face coverage, I think they are heavier than flex-7's,
Review:
First off- I love JT masks. They are the best and always have been since I can remember. I have been wearing one for nearly 8 years. I compared the Flex-8 side by side with the Flex-7.
Flex-8
1. Hurts the lower part of my ear and exposes some of it.
2. Not flexible on the mouth when I rest my chin on the tank in firing position.
3. Look incredible.
4. Fits tight.
Flex-7
1. After 10 minutes you forget your wearing a mask, VERY COMFORTABLE. Both the soft ears and the hard ears feel great and cover the sides of your head.
2. The mouth of the mask is so rubbery that it bends with all your tight aiming positions.
3. Classic.
4. mine stays on without the chin strap.
Conclusion:
Its the coolest looking mask on the field. It might give you a slight advantage in a tournament because it's smaller and exposes less of a target. The loss of comfort is too much for me. I am sticking with my Flex-7 until JT comes out with something better.
Rating:
5 out of 10
Last edited on Wednesday, November 16th, 2005 at 8:40 pm PST
Stiff, not many bounches
hard to replace lens
some peopls earlobes hang out
Review:
I love this mask! it has a small profile but isnt so close to you face that it gets hot. some its well ventalated and the foam inside is very comfortable. Some people complain about their earlobes hanging ou the mask, but if you wear something under your mask like a hat or bandana you wont have this problem. the lens is a pain to take out and the face of it isnt flexy enough to get bounces
Conclusion:
great mask, its isnt the Greates mask ever, but its deffineltly a good one to buy
For the Life that I have had these goggles, they have been wonderful. I mostly go woodsballing, and even when standing still in 70 degree (F) Temp, it barely fogs. For the more intense players might get the hundred dollar masks, But this one is really good for $60.
The only miner problem I have had is that the strap loosens over time, and I am constantly re tightening. If it bothers you too much, put a pin in it.
Conclusion:
I think it is very functional for its price. The minor strap problem is easily fixable
Rating:
9 out of 10
Last edited on Friday, July 10th, 2009 at 6:32 pm PST
Compared to other masks that I have used, the comfort level of this goggle system is perfect. The foam inside is very soft and it doesnt rub on your face at all. I have been using this mask every weekend since I purchased and I haven't had any kind of fogging at all. The rest of the mask offers adequate protection, but its not too big or wide so head movement is also comfortable. I also like the fact that the mask comes with a goggle bag in order to limit the amount of scratching during storage or transportation to the field. The only problem I have with the mask is the limited viewing that it offers, but it is definitely acceptable compared to other masks.
Conclusion:
Overall I feel like this is a solid mask for the money, and if you are looking for comfort this mask is for you.
NEVER Fogs...even in extreme conditions
Full coverage version prevents 100% of headshot pain
Weaknesses:
None
Review:
If you've ever taken a clean shot to the top of the head....you know why the full coverage version of the JT flex 8 is worth EVERY penny.
If you've ever taken a clean shot to the top of the head....you know why the full coverage version of the JT flex 8 is worth EVERY penny.
Conclusion:
Save yourself a lot of pain, cover your entire head
Tippmann A5
M16 Apex 16inch Barrell
Rear Stock
Coiled Cord for better co2 expansion
Strengths:
No Fog
it looks mean
very comfortable around face
chin trap
flexiable
Weaknesses:
Ears uncomfortable need a sweat band
Review:
well main reason for buying was JT are known for a great anti fog lense and it has been backed up.. and i sweat alot so that was a must.. i looks pretty mean.. and loved how it fits on my head.. i took the mask off and really breathed on the visor quite hard.. it did have a fog patch but cleared itself in like 1-2 secs.. was very impressed with that... i put the mask back on and tried breathing as hard as i could upward... and found that i couldnt get it to fog up even just a lil... this was a big thing for me!!... after my first game with it on i started to get sore ears after around 35mins... so i tied a sweat band around my forehead and over the tip of my ears... and after that i had no problems and no fog.. i havent tried it in speedball yet but for the woods it is an excellent mask!! the best ive tried so far
Conclusion:
Id recommend buying it.. the only mask that i would consider getting instead of this one would be the vforce grill... nothing to do with performance its just cos i like the way the grill looks!!
i would give it a 10 but because i found it uncomfortable on my ears it gets a 9
JT Xfire, Extreme Rage rental, JT NVader, Jt Status
Marker Setup:
Vice Timmy (Silver)
Black and Silver Gloss Freak AA
DXS 68 4500 Tank
VL Velocity Jr
Strengths:
Comfortable
Light
Great Vision
Protects the face well with some bounce potential
Weaknesses:
Ear flaps if your ears are large, because they are a bit small
Review:
I really love this mask. It's my first tourney grade mask and the reason that I bought it over the JT Status is that the Status seems heavy on my head. The vision is great, the mask looks excellent, and most importantly, it is so comfortable that I could sleep in it.
I highly recommend this mask. You may not get the same bounces as the proflex offers, but I am too handsome for a mask that doesn't protect my face well.
Conclusion:
Buy it if you want a great mixture of protection, comfort, and ball bounce potential
Ok got these goggles about a year ago and thought i'd review them.
Styling: i think the goggles look really good, especially with a tinted lense they certainly ahve an intimidation factor.
Comfort and form: the goggles fit fairly close to the face and have room to breathe. the goggle foam is very comfortable and hasnt caused me any irritation over the course of ownership.
Functionality: they do provide great field of view, their very light and mobile and dont hamper movement in any way. The masks flexibility is not as good as others out there so if your looking for a super flexible mask then maybe the flex8 isnt for you, however it does have enough flex for me. they have a nice small profile which is great for sup'air and other forms of paintballing too.
Conclusion:
Great goggles, very reliable, very cheap right now about £50 and offer all the things i expect from a mask
Smart Parts Ion
Lucky Stage 5 (Dust Silver)
Smart Parts Q-Lock
NDZ Blade Roller Trigger
NDZ QEV
Halo w/ Rip Drive
TechT L6 v2
Tadao Raider Board w/ LED relocation mod
Hybrid Gunslinger Leather Grips
Killa Reaction Magnetic Detents
AKA 2Litre + Regulator
Element V2 Grip Frame (Dust Silver)
CP Mini On/Off ASA
Strengths:
Great looking lens
Solid construction
JT Quality
Great vision
Weaknesses:
Lens removal and change out
Review:
I've been a JT fan since I switched over from Scott goggle systems to my Spectra's around 6 or so years ago.
The JT Flex 8's are no disappointment when it comes to JT goggle systems either. These simply are a great looking lens and perform flawlessly. The fit around the jaw line and head in general is much tighter and closer to those areas than the previous generation of JT systems without sacrificing protection about the face. The face guard area is a somewhat hybrid soft/hard construction that while not quite to the level of the Flex 7's or Pro Flex's has given me one or two bounces (granted it was a humid day so swollen paint could have been a factor).
On hot days things can get a little stuffy inside the mouth area of the mask itself but the lens system has never let me down. My only other gripe is the same gripe that has followed JT for years and that is its lack of quick change lens systems on its high end goggle products.
Conclusion:
Great product, would still prefer to see JT offering a high end goggle system with quick change lens system.
The accuracy of this review is disputed. Please see discussion on the comments page.
Period of Product Use:
Less than a month
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Paintball Experience:
6 months
Similar Products Used:
Jt Elite nvader
Jt Spectra
Marker Setup:
vs2 with lucky board and blue eyes
vs red barrel tip and blue body kit
cp drop forward
cp on/off
trinity clamping feedneck
vlocity jr.
Strengths:
Comfy
Light
Small
Ear protection
Looks
Foam
No fog
Weaknesses:
None
Review:
Vision: Great vision...when playing speedball I didn't feel like I was losing a small spot in my line of vision
semi-flexible protection- I liked this a lot because I can bend the mask with the gun at a certain degree, but unlike the proflexes or flex 7s these probably won't get you bounces. personally, I don't care because I hate getting hit by paintballs in the face because the rubber can't stop the paintballs fully. I got shot two times around the lower part and it provides good protection. If you want bounces and a bit more annoying pain get the proflexes. Protection is a plus in my book
chin straps- wth are these for? seriously these are pointless because if your mask slides down your face the chin straps dont do anything. BUT...this mask has no problem ..its so secure on your face its great
Conclusion:
I thnk every one should get one of these masks they are awesome
Rating:
10 out of 10
Last edited on Monday, February 5th, 2007 at 4:16 pm PST
