Found the Best Riding Glasses
Novice
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 21
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From: Kansas City
I didn't like the fit of the HD transitions or Wiley's. Cant see spending alot on the inferno's if i cant try them first. I'm going with Oakley wind jackets, comes with clear and dark lenses, foam pads, optional strap, extra nose pieces, cloth, and soft vault for storage.
Intermediate
Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 45
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From: Mount Juliet, TN.
I have always been told to not wear polarized lenses while riding due to it skewing your view by messing with your depth perception and masking oil spots in the road. Does anyone have any issues with them or any experience?
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 1,605
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From: Mesa AZ
+1 for Wiley X
My eyecare insurance covers one pair of frames a year at no charge (up to $150.00 retail). Since I do not wear prescription glasses, I use the benefit to get a pair of riding glasses. I have had this benefit for 10 years and didn't realize I could do this until 2 years ago. I just pay a $10.00 copay and walk away with a new pair of Wiley X... which reminds me, new fiscal year July 1. Hmmm.
My eyecare insurance covers one pair of frames a year at no charge (up to $150.00 retail). Since I do not wear prescription glasses, I use the benefit to get a pair of riding glasses. I have had this benefit for 10 years and didn't realize I could do this until 2 years ago. I just pay a $10.00 copay and walk away with a new pair of Wiley X... which reminds me, new fiscal year July 1. Hmmm.
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 1,605
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From: Mesa AZ
I stopped using polarized because it is hard to read my stereo and GPS readouts.
Last edited by 2of2; Jul 23, 2012 at 02:30 PM. Reason: spelling
However they are called Oakley "Wind Jackets" They are the "Split Jackets" with a removable snap in wind gaskets that make a protective seal and minimize air flow over your eyes. They work like a charm, come with two sets of lenses, (clear for night, dark grey for sun), and when not riding just pop out the gasket and you have your regular sunglasses. I won't ride without them. Also you have multiple lens choices if you want to switch colors, or replace old ones. You also have the Oakley warranty backing them. If your a LEO or Military you can also get a set for a substantial (50%) discount through Oakley's "Standard Issue" program.
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 479
Likes: 2
From: IL
However they are called Oakley "Wind Jackets" They are the "Split Jackets" with a removable snap in wind gaskets that make a protective seal and minimize air flow over your eyes. They work like a charm, come with two sets of lenses, (clear for night, dark grey for sun), and when not riding just pop out the gasket and you have your regular sunglasses. I won't ride without them. Also you have multiple lens choices if you want to switch colors, or replace old ones. You also have the Oakley warranty backing them. If your a LEO or Military you can also get a set for a substantial (50%) discount through Oakley's "Standard Issue" program.
Ahh yes my mistake. I have the wind jackets. And yep standard issue program is awesome. Cant beat it.
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 335
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From: St. Louis
I like The Original KD's and they are $10 each. Work just fine for me and they keep the wind out of my eyes. http://www.pacificcoastsunglasses.co...Ds/products/1/
Road Captain
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 692
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From: kentucky
I have a pair Wiley's and a couple pair of 19 dollar Ryders. I dont go too crazy over the riding glasses. I have a bud that I ride with some that must have a eye glass fetish. Buys a freaking pair everywhere we go it seems.
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+1 for Wiley X
My eyecare insurance covers one pair of frames a year at no charge (up to $150.00 retail). Since I do not wear prescription glasses, I use the benefit to get a pair of riding glasses. I have had this benefit for 10 years and didn't realize I could do this until 2 years ago. I just pay a $10.00 copay and walk away with a new pair of Wiley X... which reminds me, new fiscal year July 1. Hmmm.
My eyecare insurance covers one pair of frames a year at no charge (up to $150.00 retail). Since I do not wear prescription glasses, I use the benefit to get a pair of riding glasses. I have had this benefit for 10 years and didn't realize I could do this until 2 years ago. I just pay a $10.00 copay and walk away with a new pair of Wiley X... which reminds me, new fiscal year July 1. Hmmm.
How do you get Wiley X from the eye doctor, they don't carry them do they?
Road Master
Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 1,230
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From: Niagara, Ontario, Canada
It took me a couple weeks of hummin and hawwin before I dropped 130 on my Oakley EyePatch glasses, there excellent for riding, but I rarely use them while riding because I dont wanna mess em up. I just rock some cheap-os with a foam gasket.