Odinson Posted March 20, 2017 Posted March 20, 2017 http://i.imgur.com/SUvpbxf.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/jQMcvF5.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/gJr9BTk.jpg Snagged these bad boys at Chinatown for R120.Now before you pass any judgments.Here is a list of features as described on the box.SUNSHINEFASHIONABLEINDIVIDUALHEALTHYVOGUE GLASSESHEALTH LIFEANTI FOGANTI SHAKEHIGH IMPACTANTI TIREDANTI RADIATIONULTRAVIOLET RAYSMUCH WOWVERY POWERSUCH STRONGOkay I made up the last 3 but the rest is legit.I saw the box in store and had a chuckle as I read it.Then opened it up and quite frankly I can't see much a difference in quality between theseand my 100% goggles. Changing lenses really is a pain so at least I wont have to botheron a cloudy day. I'll just wear these... Had a good laugh at this. Regarding goggles, I'm so cheesed off with my Giros. Took the time to put them in their material pouch to prevent the lens from scratching. Took the goggles out later and saw that the fastening strap buckle had sratched the crap out of the lens.
Grease_Monkey Posted March 20, 2017 Posted March 20, 2017 Been wanting an action cam for quite some time - finally pulled the trigger on one of these bad boys over the weekend! Super keen to play around with it! bertusras, Omlette, Andrew_Smith and 5 others 8
popcorn_skollie Posted March 20, 2017 Posted March 20, 2017 Had a good laugh at this. Regarding goggles, I'm so cheesed off with my Giros. Took the time to put them in their material pouch to prevent the lens from scratching. Took the goggles out later and saw that the fastening strap buckle had sratched the crap out of the lens. Goggles were never something I felt the need to over invest in. I paid around R250 back in 2014 for my 100% goggles with 2 lenses.They were the cheaper of all the models.The lenses aren't any less scratch resistant than the pairs which cost more.Mine are scratched too but not bad enough to warrant immediate replacement.Just how it is I guess. I noticed that if you're riding in dusty conditions.Don't be too quick to wipe em on the trail.The dust on your lense is enough to cause tiny scratches as you try to clean them.I usually squirt some water to get the dust off then wipe em dry. If replacement lenses for the Giro's cost about as much as a new set.Have a look at the 100% range. The entry level models are decently priced. Odinson 1
patches Posted March 22, 2017 Posted March 22, 2017 (edited) But the rest is legit.I saw the box in store and had a chuckle as I read it.Then opened it up and quite frankly I can't see much a difference in quality between theseand my 100% goggles. Changing lenses really is a pain so at least I wont have to botheron a cloudy day. I'll just wear these... Had a good laugh at this. Regarding goggles, I'm so cheesed off with my Giros. Took the time to put them in their material pouch to prevent the lens from scratching. Took the goggles out later and saw that the fastening strap buckle had scratched the crap out of the lens. Goggles were never something I felt the need to over invest in. I paid around R250 back in 2014 for my 100% goggles with 2 lenses.They were the cheaper of all the models.The lenses aren't any less scratch resistant than the pairs which cost more.Mine are scratched too but not bad enough to warrant immediate replacement.Just how it is I guess. I noticed that if you're riding in dusty conditions.Don't be too quick to wipe em on the trail.The dust on your lense is enough to cause tiny scratches as you try to clean them.I usually squirt some water to get the dust off then wipe em dry. If replacement lenses for the Giro's cost about as much as a new set.Have a look at the 100% range. The entry level models are decently priced.I decided to treat myself to a pair of these a few months ago: Oakley Airbrake Stealth with Iridium Fire lens. They came with a clear lens and the roll-off system (which I haven't yet used). Changing lenses on the Airbrake is so quick and easy. No fumbling to try pip on those little notches. The quick release lens system also makes cleaning lot easier. BUT... due to the nature of the intended use, almost no amount of care will keep them scratch free. I did a 1400km, 3day off road adventure. With lots of high speed gravel stretches, so much dust (the event is called 'The Dusty Butt'), and passing/being passed by other riders, the once flawless iridium lens now looks like it went warp speed through an asteroid field. EDIT: The Airbrake goggles are pretty pricey, BUT every part on them is replaceable. Frame, foam, out-riggers, everything can be bought as a spare. Edited March 22, 2017 by patches Andrew_Smith, Capricorn and Eddy Gordo 3
Capricorn Posted March 22, 2017 Posted March 22, 2017 I decided to treat myself to a pair of these a few months ago: IMG-20170116-WA0033.jpg Oakley Airbrake Stealth with Iridium Fire lens. They came with a clear lens and the roll-off system (which I haven't yet used). Changing lenses on the Airbrake is so quick and easy. No fumbling to try pip on those little notches. The quick release lens system also makes cleaning lot easier. BUT... due to the nature of the intended use, almost no amount of care will keep them scratch free. I did a 1400km, 3day off road adventure. With lots of high speed gravel stretches, so much dust (the event is called 'The Dusty Butt'), and passing/being passed by other riders, the once flawless iridium lens now looks like it went warp speed through an asteroid field. EDIT: The Airbrake goggles are pretty pricey, BUT every part on them is replaceable. Frame, foam, out-riggers, everything can be bought as a spare. lekker you get prizm lenses with yours? Been meaning to get prizms for my airbrakes for 2 years now already (i don't do the goggles+half shell thing),but too little usage from the airbrakes to justify the expense. Prizm's are nice on me road sunnies though.
Eddy Gordo Posted March 22, 2017 Posted March 22, 2017 I decided to treat myself to a pair of these a few months ago: IMG-20170116-WA0033.jpg Oakley Airbrake Stealth with Iridium Fire lens. They came with a clear lens and the roll-off system (which I haven't yet used). Changing lenses on the Airbrake is so quick and easy. No fumbling to try pip on those little notches. The quick release lens system also makes cleaning lot easier. BUT... due to the nature of the intended use, almost no amount of care will keep them scratch free. I did a 1400km, 3day off road adventure. With lots of high speed gravel stretches, so much dust (the event is called 'The Dusty Butt'), and passing/being passed by other riders, the once flawless iridium lens now looks like it went warp speed through an asteroid field. EDIT: The Airbrake goggles are pretty pricey, BUT every part on them is replaceable. Frame, foam, out-riggers, everything can be bought as a spare. Sounds like a lekker adventure. Been contemplating on getting a GS or something along that lines.
patches Posted March 22, 2017 Posted March 22, 2017 lekker you get prizm lenses with yours? Been meaning to get prizms for my airbrakes for 2 years now already (i don't do the goggles+half shell thing),but too little usage from the airbrakes to justify the expense. Prizm's are nice on me road sunnies though. Sadly not. I have contemplated getting some, but at approx R800 for a lens (and considering what happened to my iridium one), It might be a bit too rich for my blood.
awesme Posted March 23, 2017 Posted March 23, 2017 Grin Grin. Matched to a pair of CK ISO hubs also. All in CK Red. G Hairy and Edge540 2
nox1111 Posted March 23, 2017 Posted March 23, 2017 What the flip happened to the good 'ol days of getting a bunch of stickers with parts?I've spent over R65k on parts and kit over the last couple of months, and still, if I'm looking for a single sticker, any sticker to stick on a furry animal or postbox or whatever, I have to consider where to actually go to buy one, or go look for an MBUK that has a free sticker sheet. CSixx out of all of them, stand alone and sent me a small sheet with chain device spacers (not even the full device, just the spacers) - that's the only stickaas. Seriaas. Pieter1, Captain Fastbastard Mayhem, Eddy Gordo and 2 others 5
FrankG Posted March 23, 2017 Posted March 23, 2017 What the flip happened to the good 'ol days of getting a bunch of stickers with parts?I've spent over R65k on parts and kit over the last couple of months, and still, if I'm looking for a single sticker, any sticker to stick on a furry animal or postbox or whatever, I have to consider where to actually go to buy one, or go look for an MBUK that has a free sticker sheet. CSixx out of all of them, stand alone and sent me a small sheet with chain device spacers (not even the full device, just the spacers) - that's the only stickaas. Seriaas.Wiggle always include a small pack of Haribos, no stickaas though nox1111 1
patches Posted March 23, 2017 Posted March 23, 2017 What the flip happened to the good 'ol days of getting a bunch of stickers with parts?I've spent over R65k on parts and kit over the last couple of months, and still, if I'm looking for a single sticker, any sticker to stick on a furry animal or postbox or whatever, I have to consider where to actually go to buy one, or go look for an MBUK that has a free sticker sheet. CSixx out of all of them, stand alone and sent me a small sheet with chain device spacers (not even the full device, just the spacers) - that's the only stickaas. Seriaas. A couple of months ago I bought a ton of Leatt kit 3DF elbow guardsknee guards3DF upper body armour3DF protetcive under shortsknee brace socks3DF kidney beltNearly R8000 worth of protective gear. It wasn't until I finally spent another R4000 odd on a neck brace, that I got a sheet of stickers! And what a sheet it was! Needless to say, instantly 4 of them magically appeared on my bike without delay, haha! nox1111 1
patches Posted March 23, 2017 Posted March 23, 2017 Speaking of stickers...one of my online orders just arrived... and there are stickers involved! popcorn_skollie, Andrew_Smith, Kalahari Vegmot and 2 others 5
popcorn_skollie Posted March 23, 2017 Posted March 23, 2017 Speaking of stickers... one of my online orders just arrived... and there are stickers involved! 20170324_094259.jpg Would love to see this on the bike I got some stickers too when i got the goggles. They weren't free though.10bux a pop. I figured why not. http://i.imgur.com/6Hpsg3Y.jpg
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted March 24, 2017 Posted March 24, 2017 Speaking of stickers... one of my online orders just arrived... and there are stickers involved! 20170324_094259.jpgSpent nearly R4000 on a Renthal cockput, no stickers.Honestly doesn't bother me.I do remember my sister used to like collecting stickers too back in primary school........
nox1111 Posted March 24, 2017 Posted March 24, 2017 Spent nearly R4000 on a Renthal cockput, no stickers.Honestly doesn't bother me.I do remember my sister used to like collecting stickers too back in primary school........Stickers are like keyrings, impossible to find a cool one when you want or need one.I'm glad your memory still works though, always a good sign... Steven Knoetze (sk27), Captain Fastbastard Mayhem and Pieterlab1 3
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted March 24, 2017 Posted March 24, 2017 Stickers are like keyrings, impossible to find a cool one when you want or need one.I'm glad your memory still works though, always a good sign... Very selectively, tend to remember the unimportant things:) nox1111 1
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