Cycling Eyewear

Cycling eyewear is a must for avid bicyclists. From increment weather to unpredictable terrain, many cycling situations pose hazards for eyes. Fortunately, a variety of styles of cycling eyewear exist.

When choosing a pair of cycling eyewear, it is important to look for certain essential features. First, a good pair of glasses has a frame that wraps around the head. This helps prevent debris from flying into the eyes. Because the glasses wrap around the head, they should also have ventilation on the top and a sweat bar. These will prevent the lenses from fogging. Additionally, because cycling occurs outdoors, lenses should have 100% UV protection.

The color one chooses for lenses depends on a few factors. Those who primarily ride in bright sunlight should choose cycling eyewear with dark lenses. Gray lenses will be the darkest, but brown lenses will help one see pot holes and other objects in the terrain. Yellow lenses are ideal for days with low light. At night, clear lenses allow the most vision. Interchangeable lenses or photochromatic lenses, which change color depending on the light, are the best options for those who cycle during varying times of day.

There are also other features of cycling eyewear which are not essential, but will improve vision and help the eyewear last longer. Scratch resistant lenses will still allow visibility should debris strike them. Also, those who need a prescription have a couple options. Some cycling glasses have prescription lenses while others have a prescription insert in the back of the lenses.

Many companies manufacture cycling glasses. Rudy Project caters specifically to athletes and other active wearers. Switch makes magnetic interchangeable lenses which can be switched easily. Other popular brands include Bolle, Smith Optics and Oakley. There are styles of eyewear to fit every need and budget.