Apart from the obvious “style-factor” associated with getting a new pair of designer sunglasses, it is important for cyclists to think about the safety aspects of their cycling glasses. They can – and perhaps should – still look really cool, but for superior eye protection, it is always better to go for a pair that wrap around the head. This style will serve to prevent pieces of grit and debris from hitting the eyes from the sides as well as from the front.
The well-known sunglasses manufacturers, as you might expect, are always very quick to design product lines that are functional for cyclists and other sportsmen and women, as well as being trendy and cool.
Oakley is one of the giant brands for glasses and shades, and they are continually innovating to bring new and improved performance glasses to the marketplace. Oakley cycling glasses are often accused of being fairly pricey, but they ooze quality, and will last for a long time, rather than breaking the first time you accidentally drop them on the road. There are possibly three collections to seek out if you have your heart set on Oakleys: the Jawbone, Radar and Flak Jacket collections. Visit their website regularly for brand new products.
Giro are renowned for specializing in active wear, not just for cyclists, but also for skiers and snowboarders. Their sunglasses are generally highly recommended, and have been used widely by Tour de France riders. The ones to look out for from Giro are the legendary Havik series and the Filter.
Another large and well-known brand is Bolle. They sell all types of eyeglasses from the ophthalmic ones to performance sports glasses. The sports collection is reasonably priced and generally Bolle cycling glasses are available with several exchangeable pairs of lenses, for riding in different conditions, from bright sunny weather to overcast. The recommended styles from Bolle include the Vigilante, Warrant and Parole. The extra advantage of these is that they can often be found for sale on Amazon, which makes them extremely widely available.
Those are just three brands of cycling glasses you can find on the market. There are many more including Rudy Project, Smith Optics, Wiley-X and Tifosi to name just a few. The important thing, for safety’s sake, is that you find a pair that you really like, and make sure to wear them when out cycling.
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