ultracyclist
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I am looking for the above.
If you ride with prescription wrap arounds, what do you have and can you send me a link?
TIA
If you ride with prescription wrap arounds, what do you have and can you send me a link?
TIA
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prescription lenses-wrap arounds
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DGAUFF
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Rec Specs
http://www.libertyoptical.com/products_main.asp
Look at Rec Spec's Biker or other styles that are focused at motorcycling. I bought mine from a local Optometrist office.
http://www.libertyoptical.com/products_main.asp
Look at Rec Spec's Biker or other styles that are focused at motorcycling. I bought mine from a local Optometrist office.
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troika
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beesadave
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wezul
Cage Rattler
I love my Maui Jims. Keeps the wind out of my eyes when I have the visor up and accommodates my bifocals just fine.
I forget what model.
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No bifocals as yet (that may change next 'script) but I agree with Dave. A little pricey but worth it. They (Maui Jim) stand behind their products, too. I've already had one lens replaced (free) and I will need to replace another after the riding season (ok so I rode over them with my F800).
The lens did not break!
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A bit spendy but well made. They are nice because they are flip-up, so when you are trying to see into the gas tank during a fillup it makes it easy. The sunglass portion is also removable and the lenses are interchangeable for different colors.
This is the one I have. No issues fitting into a snug-fitting Arai helmet either. http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/products/sunglasses/styles/rb3.htm
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brokenbarrel1
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perscription
I had a pair of rec specs. and did not care for them. Take in to consideration the strength of the lenses you will need. If you have really bad eyes as I do, keep in mind that the larger the lense the thicker the lense will be at the end near the hinge. (do to the wrap around lense) What I found was when you look through the lense other than straight foward your perception is off a little.(not clear as you are used to with your regular glasses) This used to annoy me especially when you are spending 300-400 for a pair of glasses. If your perscription is not that strong I dont think it will be that much of a issue.
John
I had a pair of rec specs. and did not care for them. Take in to consideration the strength of the lenses you will need. If you have really bad eyes as I do, keep in mind that the larger the lense the thicker the lense will be at the end near the hinge. (do to the wrap around lense) What I found was when you look through the lense other than straight foward your perception is off a little.(not clear as you are used to with your regular glasses) This used to annoy me especially when you are spending 300-400 for a pair of glasses. If your perscription is not that strong I dont think it will be that much of a issue.
John
ultracyclist
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good ideas
I also have a slab-off on the right side, and that means that wrap-arounds are out so far. I will look into the rudy project.
But there are glass frames that mimic a wrap without obstructing vision.
Fwiw, the Zeiss company made wrap around lenses about 7 years ago with no distortion. But 7 years ago the price for lenses was about $2,600 USD. Probably close to $5K now.
I also have a slab-off on the right side, and that means that wrap-arounds are out so far. I will look into the rudy project.
But there are glass frames that mimic a wrap without obstructing vision.
Fwiw, the Zeiss company made wrap around lenses about 7 years ago with no distortion. But 7 years ago the price for lenses was about $2,600 USD. Probably close to $5K now.
lkchris
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Get something made for riding motorcycles.
http://www.7eye.com/why-you-need/motor.php
Ignore the HD photos.
http://www.7eye.com/why-you-need/motor.php
Ignore the HD photos.
ALIENHITCHHIKER
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I recently replaced my Oakleys with a pair of Maui Jims; the Kaimana 204-02 model.
The Mauis are of equal if not better quality for less $$, and on my face are more comfortable with better eye protection than the Oak's.
Even though they don't look quite like your typical wraparound shape, the wide Rayban Wayfarer style wings do the job.
Here's a link to the Kaimanas:
http://www.mauijim.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product3_10101_10001_15661_-1_11101_11101_N__2_3_
The Mauis are of equal if not better quality for less $$, and on my face are more comfortable with better eye protection than the Oak's.
Even though they don't look quite like your typical wraparound shape, the wide Rayban Wayfarer style wings do the job.
Here's a link to the Kaimanas:
http://www.mauijim.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product3_10101_10001_15661_-1_11101_11101_N__2_3_
Wiley X
Wiley X. I bot mine at heavyglare.com. http://www.heavyglare.com/17/Prescription-Sunglasses/WileyX.html Really like them. I have a strong prescription and I wanted progressive lenses. Price was reasonable but my progressive lens made it more expensive. About $500 which for progressive I thought was reasonable. Many styles, I went with the model JP-2. Service was great.
Wiley X. I bot mine at heavyglare.com. http://www.heavyglare.com/17/Prescription-Sunglasses/WileyX.html Really like them. I have a strong prescription and I wanted progressive lenses. Price was reasonable but my progressive lens made it more expensive. About $500 which for progressive I thought was reasonable. Many styles, I went with the model JP-2. Service was great.
rich
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ultracyclist
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Rich
Which Wiley?
Which Wiley?
rich
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Romer II. I don't see them in the above posted link, so they may be a discontinued item. I found the WileyX's to all be comparable, it's just a matter of finding a pair that fits well and that you like.
