Found the Best Riding Glasses
Cruiser
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 155
Likes: 1
From: Barberton, Ohio
I've got 2 pairs of transitions that are Chicagos. I paid $35 a piece for them. One pair goes from clear to dark and the other pair goes from yellow to dark. I like them both, especially the yellow ones on over cast days. They have nice rubber foam padding and seal up real good. Cheap and fit my big *** head...
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 1,521
Likes: 185
From: Ft Myers FL
I got me a pair of WileyX Black Op sunglasses, I was in Las Vegas last December and stopped by a booth that was "showing" sunglasses during a Military Seminar being held at the hotel. I asked if I could buy a pair I was told NO they were for the military, but, $20 under the table got me a pair. They are the best, polarized, wide view angles and perfect fit. My guess, these are the same ones i have seen on the soldiers sitting on top of the Humvees in the desert. Nice pair.
Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 603
Likes: 10
From: Villa Rica, GA
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.
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 1,575
Likes: 7
From: Wisconsin
I use Mobile 1 20w50 V-Twin, its the best...opps wrong thread....
I've been wearing HD Profiles with the snap in foam seals for about 10 years now. They work great. I've recently gone to the transitional lenses. Before that I used to switch out the dark and clear lenses. Either way the Profiles have served me well.
I've been wearing HD Profiles with the snap in foam seals for about 10 years now. They work great. I've recently gone to the transitional lenses. Before that I used to switch out the dark and clear lenses. Either way the Profiles have served me well.
Road Master
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 785
Likes: 63
From: TX
I'll keep my Rx LiquidPolars.... so pricey that I haven't scratched/lost/crushed them in the almost three years I have owned them.... love 'em !
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Intermediate
Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 45
Likes: 0
From: Melbourne, Florida
Prescription polycarbonate are difficult to find and pricey, I went with Maui Jim. I had been using transitions, problem with them is they react to the light, if you are not out in the sun (like in car or truck), they just don't work. I am having a problem with severe dry eyes, turns out not using tinted polarized lenses was one of my problems. This is after going to a couple of opthamologists, who all made the same recommendation, it is not a cure, but it sure helps, especially in Florida. The Maui Jim's are expensive but if you live near salt water, it is what you need.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 2,710
Likes: 6
From: Spokane, WA.
W x
+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.