Cookie88 Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I recently misplaced my pair of Oakley Flak's which were handed down to me. I haven't ridden much without sunglasses before, and after doing a couple of races I have really started missing them. Has anyone got some advice on riding sunglasses that are out there at moment - I don't want to break the bank but am definitely keen to replace them! Any suggestions/comments?
Thomo Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I like photochromic lenses. (or whatever the individuals brand's buzz word is)No doubt Oakley and Rudy will get positive feedback. (and both are great)Tifosi at Sportsworld looks like an interesting option:http://www.sportsworld.co.za/category.php?id_category=221
HOEKVLAG Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 They're not cheap, but Oakley works - sits comfortably and don't fog up (I've tried Racing Jackets / Jawbones as well as Radarlocks). Get the photochromatic lenses if you can...
Long Wheel Base Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Unfortunately to replace oakley's you will break the bank. If you want oakley's similar to what you had id suggest radar's but you looking in the range of 2k. I myself love oakley and the brand and own 2 pairs of jawbones(another colour scheme is coming soon!!), 1 pair of ducati gascan's, 2 pairs of holbrooks, 1 pair of ducati five squared that got stolen and my prescription glasses are also oakley(cant remember the name). Oakley doesn't come cheap but its decent quality.
AlanD Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Rudy Project . Here is apost with some speciasl going:https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/146687-kick-off-2015-with-these-insane-rudy-project-prices/
GT Jimmy Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Tifosi FTW! Super light weight, very affordable and super awesome!You can get them at the Sweat Shop. I love my photochromatic ones and they were less than R1k!
Cookie88 Posted January 30, 2015 Author Posted January 30, 2015 Tifosi FTW! Super light weight, very affordable and super awesome!You can get them at the Sweat Shop. I love my photochromatic ones and they were less than R1k!Thanks Jimmy, which one's do you have?
dirtypot Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 There's two that I ride with - Oakley Radarlock Path and Adidas Evil Eye Pro.Both are extremely comfortable, but for me the fit on the Adidas' are a bit better as you can adjust the tilt of the lens. Optics are great on both, but the Oakley's are slightly better.
J∆kk∆ls Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I've gone through a lot of sunglasses. From the uber cheeps that scratch your temple to best of the best. Adidas evil eye pro is a no no. Great optics and very comfy but one drop and you can kiss that frame good bye. Sun weakens the plastic over time. Currently using Rudy Project Rydon.
FlyingScot Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I have been very happy with my Rudi's - they are photochromatic. I would suggest looking at the ASG adverts as there are some good deals there.
dirtypot Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Adidas evil eye pro is a no no. Great optics and very comfy but one drop and you can kiss that frame good bye. Sun weakens the plastic over time. I don't make a habit of dropping my glasses But seriously, I've dropped them a few times, and even had my little kids "playing" with them and they're all good. Had them for years without any issues.
Honkdonk Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Bought a pair of Cebe's yesterday. Good value and they will do the job for both bike and runTribe on Main in Jhb, not sure of a retail outlet in WC..
Wayne Potgieter Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I used to use the Rudi's . Wont touch them anymore. Almost all of my pairs, the lenses went all funny and developed little spots on them. Had like 6 pairs (all ASG auction pairs) Now i stick with Oakley. I buy them from eyewearSA, at about half of retail price.
Guest notmyname Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I love my rydons. Though I did read a horror story about half rim googs slicing the flesh of the cheek bone when the rider decided to do some high speed, close up trail inspection
mulmi Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I preferred glasses are D'Arc. Yes they are a bit cheaper, ok a lot cheaper, but I recon that if and when I loose them it will not be such a big loss. They sit just fine and vent well. My only issue is that they do not have photochrome lenses yet. I bought my current pair 2 years ago. Still going strong.
gogo@ Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Got myself a pair of Ocean Eyewear photochromic cycling glasses last year and love them...
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