Prescription Glasses
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If your eye doctor can't fit you with a pair of good prescription glasses (that cut the wind well), then find another eye doctor. Many of them have glasses that fit the bill.
They aren't as costly as some think they are, and this ain't no place to skimp anyway. Get ones that are comfy and convenient to wear, and you'll never be annoyed by this topic again. End of story. Problem solved. On to solving other issues.
BTW: The big over glasses are a joke and you look like a cartoon character wearing them.
You are speaking of regular street glasses.
As I already said: Many eye doctors have glasses that fit properly and cut the wind well.
My doctor even sells Wiley's, but they don't feel right when I try on the display models.
I've got a 10 - 15 year old pair that I found at a different eye doctor that are actually HD branded.
They work so well that I update the lens's when my eye's need it. Metal frame where the lens seem to fit close to the eyes.
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They aren't as costly as some think they are, and this ain't no place to skimp anyway. Get ones that are comfy and convenient to wear, and you'll never be annoyed by this topic again. End of story. Problem solved. On to solving other issues.
BTW: The big over glasses are a joke and you look like a cartoon character wearing them.
Originally Posted by blusmbl 
Most glasses are far more open around the eyes than a set of sunglasses or goggles. Above ~35mph with my current glasses and a half helmet, my eyes start watering, and at 70mph I can't see. I personally need something to block the wind.
Most glasses are far more open around the eyes than a set of sunglasses or goggles. Above ~35mph with my current glasses and a half helmet, my eyes start watering, and at 70mph I can't see. I personally need something to block the wind.
As I already said: Many eye doctors have glasses that fit properly and cut the wind well.
My doctor even sells Wiley's, but they don't feel right when I try on the display models.
I've got a 10 - 15 year old pair that I found at a different eye doctor that are actually HD branded.
They work so well that I update the lens's when my eye's need it. Metal frame where the lens seem to fit close to the eyes.
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Last edited by Faast Ed; Mar 5, 2011 at 09:41 AM.
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From: Rosamond, Cali
Eye7 (Panoptyx) is what I use, with 24-hour lenses (light-sensitive/darkening). They have removable foam around the eye sockets so they quickly convert from regular sunglasses to goggles, and back again. Pricey. But they're polycarbonate, adjust to lighting conditions, will accommodate your prescription, and they're comfortable to wear. I tried the over-glasses goggles. They were a pain. If you can swing it right now, spend the bucks to get a pair of glasses you can wear day and night without hassles in either regime. Alan
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From: Detroit, the asshole of America
The SG-1 is the only one of Wileys, as an example, that has a prescription range that covers my requirements. Ray Ban has one or two as well, but the selection is limited.
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Blusmbl- if you want a wrap style sunglass with your Rx, you'll probably need a frame style that has an "rx carrier insert" that fits your prescription lenses in behind the wrap sunlens. Its the only way to fit a strong power lens in a wrap style frame. WileyX makes one but it is an older 1990s style frame with a big one piece sunlens(can't remember the style number). But, there is an optical supply company called Hilco that most independant optometrists buy supplies from. They sell a line of sunglasses called Alpina. Alpina makes a wrap frame that looks like the more current style WileyX but it accepts an Rx insert that would carry your lenses.
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True, but at least in the case of the wraparound styles I've seen, there is very little available for people with stronger corrections. I'm at ~ -6.5 sph / +1.50 cyl in both eyes. I've found only a handful of sunglasses available in that high of a correction range, compared to the entire wall full of conventional glasses that can accomodate my level of blindness.
The SG-1 is the only one of Wileys, as an example, that has a prescription range that covers my requirements. Ray Ban has one or two as well, but the selection is limited.
The SG-1 is the only one of Wileys, as an example, that has a prescription range that covers my requirements. Ray Ban has one or two as well, but the selection is limited.
I get it. Hell of a spot to be in, for sure.
As popular as Wiley's are, I just couldn't find one that felt right out of the display case. Different shaped head I guess. LOL Felt like something that would fly off my head and just wasn't that perfect fit for me.
My buddy loves his and runs them with a prescription.
To the OP: Don't let price get in your way. This is too important of a deal and you will be rewarded every time you ride and will have them for a long time. Get the right ones for you, and don't stop looking til you find them.
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From: Western South Dakota
Ok, so at night I need prescription glasses. I am fine during the day but at night is a different story. What do those of you do in the same situation? I have seen some goggles that go over prescriptions and thinking that may be the way to go since they are only 32 bucks. Not sure if I feel like spending 300+ on prescription goggles just for night but if you all have found the over glasses ones garbage, i just may have to. opinions?
I don't see that good in the dark either and most of the critters and bugs are out then and I like to go to sleep fairly early so I am generally home by dark thirty..
Road Captain
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From: New Brunswick, Canada
I wear Maui Jim Stingray glasses, great fit & a few lens colors to choose from. They did a good job on my progessives.
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From: Tampa Bay, Florida
One word, WileyX
WileyX is the best hands down.
I have been an optician for 26 years and I can confidently say that. If you wear safety glasses on the job, WileyX is Z87 qualified safety glasses. I wear them all day, all night, at work, dinner, shooting, hunting, machine shop, play, and even in a suit. See them in my avatar!!! They have many models to choose from.
Call around your local opticians to find a dealer. Go to the optician and be professionally fitted with the right model for you. Get your Rx filled and be sure to get transitions, with a Hydrophobic AR coating. This is not cheap, but you will get a couple years out of them. You can also take them back after a year for minor scratches and get a free pair.
Dont mess with your eyes!!! Get a great pair of riding safety glasses from WileyX.
WileyX is the best hands down.
I have been an optician for 26 years and I can confidently say that. If you wear safety glasses on the job, WileyX is Z87 qualified safety glasses. I wear them all day, all night, at work, dinner, shooting, hunting, machine shop, play, and even in a suit. See them in my avatar!!! They have many models to choose from.
Call around your local opticians to find a dealer. Go to the optician and be professionally fitted with the right model for you. Get your Rx filled and be sure to get transitions, with a Hydrophobic AR coating. This is not cheap, but you will get a couple years out of them. You can also take them back after a year for minor scratches and get a free pair.
Dont mess with your eyes!!! Get a great pair of riding safety glasses from WileyX.
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From: Weymouth MA
Ok, so at night I need prescription glasses. I am fine during the day but at night is a different story. What do those of you do in the same situation? I have seen some goggles that go over prescriptions and thinking that may be the way to go since they are only 32 bucks. Not sure if I feel like spending 300+ on prescription goggles just for night but if you all have found the over glasses ones garbage, i just may have to. opinions?
I just bought one of these, It works great, Throw on your glasses and drop the shield and you are good to go
http://www.harley-davidson.com/mcm/m...bmLocale=en_US
