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#1 ·
I usually buy sunglasses at Walmart or a gas station when I stop to fuel up. I recently bought some on eBay. I got a pair of those with the foam on the inside to keep rain out but they seem to fog up all the time. What are some good sunglasses for biking?
 
#4 ·
I wear Stihl impact resistant ones I get from the local chainsaw shop for about $15. Work pretty good and I buy several pairs at a time so I have one in all my vehicles. Plus when they get scratched I just pitch them.
 
#8 ·
I have several pairs of Wiley X and I also like them. If it's hot out and you have fogging issues there are cleaners that can help prevent it and the by removing the foam piece you can create a bit more airflow which also helps prevent fogging.
 
#6 ·
Just get a good brand that fits your face nicely so the wind does not mess with your eyes. Everyone has their favorite brand that works great for them, but it may suck for you.

rkc
 
#9 · (Edited)
Well you may find this strange and I'm sure there will be some that will say I am just cheap but I like wearing high impact safty glasses made by Pyramex Ztek. I find them to be not only comfortable but quite stylish, they also come in a host of tints, clear, orange, yellow, blue, smoked etc you can get them for as little as $1,50 a pair if you buy a dozen at a time, and at that price you won't have to worry about scrathing, loosing or having them fly off your face.
https://www.envirosafetyproducts.com/pyramex-ztek-safety-glasses.html
 
#18 · (Edited)
I take pretty good care of my riding gear to help it last for years, so I don't mind the cost for quality. Hence, I never buy Walmart unless it's disposable and I don't mind trashing it...weedeater strips come to mind.

I've worn these mil-spec sunglasses purpose made for motorcycling by Liberty Sport for the past 5+ years and won't accept anything less. Info for vets, less expensive at the on-base optical shop, but these can be purchased on-line as well.

Link --> http://www.LibertySport.com/Eyewear/Sun-performance_(then click on Motorcycle)
 
#23 ·
Very nice. I found a pair I like. I have never gotten a pair of riding glasses online simple because I can't try them on.
 
#19 ·
Wiley X...... Blink, AirRage, and Gravity.

Z87.1 .... Great goggles.... Great warranty...

Had the stem on gravity let go. No crap... Called get number and pay 9 bucks sent in to factory. 10 days later new frames with my prescription in the arrived.

X4 on Wiley X.
 
#21 · (Edited)
I saw these at Thunder in the Rockies. LOVE them, but they are pricey. Very good quality. The guy was beating them on the counter all day and they looked like new. :) My pair is now 3 or 4 years old and looks new, They have about 40,000+ miles on them. http://www.icicles.com/
 
#22 · (Edited)
YELLOW Lens Glasses for NIGHT

Make sure you also grab a pair of YELLOW lens glasses in case you end up riding in the dark.

I just get a couple of cheap pairs at a convenience store or motorcycle shop. (I carry spares) I ALWAYS end up loaning some to people when I ride, I'm amazed how many people don't think of this and are caught in the dark without them. Clear lens will work too, but the yellow makes the road far more visible.

I also am a fan of Safety Glasses to save money! LOL! I get them by the box and they are cheap, No worries if I lose them, and they stay on and nowadays...they make them look great and stylish. :)
http://www.safetyglassesusa.com/bobster-sunglasses.html
 

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#24 · (Edited)
I like shooting glasses such as Smith and Wesson Shooting glasses "M&P" after YEARS of using bike glasses and googles I like these the best, impact resistant, scratch resistant, and made for shooting so have the ANSI impact standard... etc.... cost about $10 give or take a few dollars. Dont have to worry about losing them, breaking them or whatever.
I have the clear and smoke tinted but come in a whole range of tints. Sporting goods stores sell them and they are all over the place online.
Another brand is Radians who I think makes them.

Here is what they look like ... http://www.radians.com/radsite/index.php/retail/m-p-by-smith-wesson/performance-eyewear/item/mp-by-smith-wesson-mp108-performance-eyewear

Looking on the net right now, they are closer to $20 but, I think you will find, shooting glasses will work well for you, even the $10 ones or less. I REALLY like the Raidians (Smith & Wesson M&P) model MP 108
But no matter what, check out the shooting glasses in some sporting goods stores and online. I know its hard to buy on line until you can find one in a store to try on.
 
#25 ·
I use safety glasses there are some cool looking ones in different tints. The wrap around ones without the dorky looking frames, the foam ones are such an expensive gimmick. They usually cost under $10. Why spend over $100 on a pair of glasses that are going to get lost, blow off on the road or someone is going to nab one day.
 
#28 · (Edited)
I finally found some I can wear. I usually have one or both of these two problems with ANY glasses...

1-- They won't stay up on my nose
2-- My eyelashes brush the lenses

These wraparound safety glasses have neither problem for me. They come in clear, dark, amber (yellow), and indoor/outdoor mirrored. I like the mirrored because they have a slight bronze tint, they block blue glare.

All versions are also readers, with 3 different magnifications available- 1.5, 2, 2.5.

Amazon.com: Pyramex V2 Readers Safety Eyewear, Indoor/Outdoor Mirror +1.5 Lens With Black Frame: Sports & Outdoors



http://www.opticsplanet.com/s/v2-reader

They're almost half Amazon's price at Optics Planet, by the 6-pack. OP is also runing a promotion to help veterans right now.

joe
 
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