Riding Goggles and Sun Glasses

Riding goggles and sun glasses are imperative if you're planning a motorcycle trip. They protect your eyes from debris, protect them from glare and UV rays, and more.

Why Riding Eye Gear

Riding goggles and sun glasses can provide a multitude of services:

• Protect your eyes from UV rays
• Cut the glare from the road, if you choose tinted lenses
• Provide sharper vision by offering additional contrast
• Protect your eyes from debris
• Complete your biking attire
• In some cases, offer vision correction

Safety and Protection

The first thing you want to make sure of before going any further is that your riding lenses will be made of polycarbonate. Lenses generally will give you at least some degree of protection from the elements, debris, and so on, but when shopping for lenses, you need to make sure that they won’t easily shatter. Polycarbonate lenses are shatter-resistant. In addition, they come equipped with natural UV protection.

Choosing polarized lenses or tinted lenses that are appropriate for the lighting conditions in which you will be riding is smart. Why? You will have sharper vision. This isn't to be confused with the type of sharper vision you'll get from a pair of prescription sun glasses or goggles, of course. However, when it comes to glare from the sun or the color of the terrain, you'll reap additional benefits from your lenses if you choose a pair that works to counteract the lighting conditions that could cause accidents. Don't forget to check out goggles or sun glasses with interchangeable lenses so that you'll only need one pair for multiple lighting conditions.

As far as style goes, both goggles and sun glasses can complete your look. Style isn't all about fashion, though. It can prove to be functional, as well. Going with a wrap style that fits closely to your face or making sure the foam inserts on your goggles fit right against your face will keep the sand and debris out of your eyes more effectively.

Vision

As mentioned above, your riding sun glasses or goggles are able to sharpen your vision if you choose the appropriate lens color or opt for polarized lenses. In addition to that, however, you can choose prescription sunglasses or goggles and leave your eyeglasses and/or contact lenses at home (or pack them for later). Other options include sunglasses or goggles that fit over your regular eyeglasses.

Other Things to Look For

In addition to polycarbonate lenses in the tint you need and the frames that fit closely to your face, there are a few other options to look for:

• Anti-fog coatings
• Ventilated frames
• Scratch-resistance (don't assume that shatter-resistant means scratch-resistant)
• Flexibility and comfort
• A warranty that you can live with and ease of repair—always check the company's policies

Finding Riding Goggles and Sun Glasses

So where do you shop for your goggles or sun glasses before hopping back on your bike? Here are a few online shops to get you started:

• Sport Rx has—you guessed it—prescription eyewear for sports, including motorcycle riding. You'll see Bolle, Oakley, and more. They boast of styles with interchangeable lenses, interchangeable foam cups, and the ability to convert from goggles to sunglasses.
• Zappos has a selection of dirt goggles and sun glasses from Oakley, Von Zipper, and more. Don't forget that Zappos has free shipping (and return shipping).
• Bikers' Den is a fantastic place for finding motorcycle eye gear. Choose from Eyeride, Gatorz customizable styles, Birdz (men's and women's styles), and Body Specs. If you're looking to stock up on bike gear of all kinds, this might just be your one-stop shop.
• Bobster has sunglasses and goggles for motorcyclists. The list is so extensive, there's surely something for everybody.

A Final Thought

If you ride a motorcyle, you need sunglasses or goggles. Riding goggles and sun glasses can be true multi-taskers, protecting your eyes from the elements, correcting your vision, and making you look cool. Choose wisely to meet all your needs.

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