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Specialized cycling goggles with sun and rain protection crystals

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Specialized cycling goggles with sun and rain protection crystals

cycling glasses

Cycling glasses are considered a fundamental part of cycling equipment, since, in addition to protecting us from the sun or rain, cycling glasses protect our eyes from mud, dust or any object that may enter the eyes while riding. bike. It is important when choosing cycling glasses that they have a good approved lens to protect us from UV rays and the sun, so it is a very important fact when buying cycling glasses. Another important point when buying cycling glasses is their frame and lens design, since not all cycling glasses adapt the same to the user's face and not all forms of cycling glasses lenses are They adapt to the vision and contour of the cyclists' face. There are different types of lenses in cycling glasses depending on the weather and the light that can vary in cycling glasses, for example on rainy or very cloudy days, transparent or yellow lenses are usually used in cycling glasses that facilitate vision, without However, on very sunny days, dark lenses are used in cycling glasses, all of them with UV protection.

photochromic cycling glasses

The photochromic cycling goggle is one that has a lens that adapts to the light, that is, a photochromic cycling goggle lightens the lens if the day is cloudy or in low light and the lens darkens if it is sunny. It is important to choose a good lens in photochromic cycling glasses to take care of our eyes and have all the guarantees of quality photochromic cycling glasses. You can buy photochromic cycling glasses in our bike shops.

cycling glasses mtb

The mtb cycling glasses, specifically those used for mountain bike disciplines such as downhill or DH, are mtb cycling glasses with larger lenses and an adjustment to the head by means of an elastic strap that prevents the mtb cycling glasses from falling with the vibrations of the bike. For other mountain bike disciplines, normal mtb cycling glasses are used, as could be any quality model of cycling glasses.

road cycling glasses

Road cycling glasses have a more minimalist design and adjusted to the contour of the cyclist's face, when buying road cycling glasses it is important to take into account what type and quality of lens these road cycling glasses have to ensure optimal protection. of our eyes. If you want to buy road cycling glasses at the best price, visit our online cycling store.

rudy cycling glasses

The rudy cycling glasses are one of the cycling glasses with the highest lens quality and most minimalist design, the Italian brand rudy cycling glasses has a wide catalog of high quality cycling glasses and casual glasses. Rudy cycling glasses are characterized by having high-quality lenses in their different versions and cycling glasses, so we can ensure that rudy cycling glasses are an excellent option for every cyclist. If you want to buy rudy cycling glasses at the best price, visit our bicycle stores.

GLASSES

The use of cycling glasses is essential for visual health and protection, as well as for better performance. We are faced with an essential element for our safety on the bike, since it not only protects us from a multitude of external factors such as dust, some insects, the air, branches or even some stones that can jump along our route, It also protects us from the sun's rays. Hence its importance, since thanks to the use of this cycling accessory we can also avoid long-term visual loss caused by the prolonged effect of these rays on our eyes.

The use of this equipment improves our visual capacity during the practice of cycling, and they are one of the most important accessories in the clothing of cyclists. Depending on which cycling discipline we practice, we can say that there are marked differences between the different races held, for example, on the track; the integrity of the lateral and at the same time extensive visual field is required, since the movements and attitudes of the opponents have to be perceived. And in other tests, for example, route or highway, it is the auditory stimuli that acquire even greater importance than the visual ones.

We must value sports sunglasses that fit the discipline that we are going to practice, focusing on comfort and eye protection that they provide us. Cycling glasses fulfill many and very important functions that we are often not aware of, and that we must take into account. Remember that the important thing is that they allow us to be able to see where we are shooting and keep our eyes protected, but the most important thing and what will never go out of style are their glasses, among many other issues that we must carefully assess.

 

What should we take into account to choose the right model?

Although they are considered an "accessory", cycling glasses are a safety element with the same importance, for example, as a helmet. They are used throughout the year and not only to protect us from the sun. In cycling, a different visual capacity is required depending also on the terrain in which the activity takes place. Similarly, weather conditions will condition the need to use to a greater or lesser degree all the functions that we can include in visual capacity such as contrast sensitivity, stereopsis, peripheral vision, dynamic visual acuity, color vision.

That is why we have commented that the use of a suitable and correct frame and lenses is essential for this discipline, as well as the importance of wearing prescription cycling glasses in case we need optical correction.

With this we want to explain the different aspects to take into account so that you correctly choose the model that best suits you and the use you are going to make of them, or those points that we must fundamentally assess before making our purchase:

CE certification

First of all, we must check and make sure that the glasses that we are about to acquire have the official certification of the European community, an aspect that will ensure that our lenses have passed the appropriate security controls. That is why we always recommend avoiding those glasses that do not incorporate this CE mark in a fully visible way, or that are for sale in unauthorized establishments or distributors. The best thing in this case would be to go to our trusted establishment, especially when it comes to our security.

Endurance

Regarding this same safety, one of the most important aspects that we should not overlook is the behavior that our glasses will have in the event of an impact. In the practice of cycling there is always the possibility of suffering falls, hitting our glasses, receiving direct impacts from branches, stones, etc... and it is precisely for this reason that we must ensure that the manufacturing material is sufficiently resistant to avoid this forms the breakage or chipping of our lenses and frames. This is essential since in turn this could cause serious injuries to the eyes and/or face. The highest quality polycarbonate lenses are in this case the most recommended for their high impact resistance and durability in case of falls.

It will not be a complicated task for us to find resistant materials since most of the recognized brands have this aspect very present and for the most part, they offer non-shattering and impact-resistant materials.

Field of view

When we ride our bike we usually do it at a certain speed, so the field of vision has to be as wide as possible. With specific cycling glasses, this is achieved above all with those with the largest lenses. With large lenses we will be sure that no other elements are going to bother us.

Our cycling glasses must offer us an optimal field of vision, that is, the curvature of the lens must not distort the image and also the frame of our glasses must not interfere. Normally, the lenses of the vast majority of cycling glasses, being concave, have a certain curvature, which is why they tend to slightly increase the real image. This fact causes a certain stress in our eyes, with the consequent fatigue resulting from forcing them to focus correctly.

 

In general, it will be interesting to choose a type of glasses whose lenses offer good definition, since, by not distorting the real image, it will make us strain our eyes less. Ideally, wherever we direct our eyes, we will not notice that we are wearing glasses . A good optical definition is a characteristic on which the quality of the lenses will depend, and it will allow us to see more clearly. This aspect translates into greater safety while driving.

lens quality

When choosing good glasses, we must look carefully at the quality of the lens. It is essential that the lenses protect us 100% from ultraviolet rays, that is, they provide us with maximum protection against the harmful rays of the sun. They must protect against UVA, UVB and UVC rays but of course, as we already know, also against dust, insects and other annoying elements.

All mid-range and high-end glasses will have this protection, but we have to be especially careful with lower-end glasses. Ultraviolet rays are very harmful to our eyes, and in the long run they can cause different eye problems. Another aspect that participates in this whole process and that we must also assess is the sharpness offered by the lenses.

 mounts

It is important that, when practicing a sport like ours where we are constantly on the move, we look for a frame that provides us with a good fixation, maintaining a correct position at all times. For this it is advisable to have glasses with inserts of flexible material on the temples and nose.

On the other hand, there are other types of mounts that will provide us with even greater convenience and comfort, such as air mounts or semi-mounts.

 Weight, support and comfort

It is convenient that the cycling glasses are wrap-around and that they fit very well to the curvature of the face. Therefore, another of the characteristics that all cycling glasses must meet is good support and comfort.

Support is very important, especially in mountain biking, since we normally go out on terrain that is usually quite irregular, so we tend to continually bounce. Therefore, it is essential for us that the glasses are well secured so that they do not move and of course so that they do not fall off.

It is evident that it will be of great importance, therefore, that they are comfortable and not so fast that they hurt our sideburns. A correct subjection is one that does not oppress our temples and keeps the glasses in place. Although this point is usually very personal for each cyclist. For this reason, it is advisable to always try on the model that we are thinking of buying to check that they are well attached and that they do not harm us. This is another aspect that will determine that your choice is correct.

If we want to have the feeling of not wearing glasses when we ride a bike, another important factor is weight. The lighter they are, the more comfortable we will be and the more focused we are on riding correctly. Lightness is a decisive factor in cycling glasses, since this fact generates an effect of maximum comfort during use.

 

LENS TYPE

As we said at the beginning of this article, the most important part of a cycling goggle is its lens. That the image does not produce a distortion due to its curvature and that they protect our eyes from ultraviolet rays is the basic thing, but you will also find a large number of types of lenses depending on their use.

This type of cycling lens is made up of a series of photovoltaic cells with the ability to vary the degree of opacity depending on the amount and intensity of the sun's rays. This allows us to have glasses that will automatically adapt to the glare received. One aspect to take into account is the reaction time of the lenses to light changes, an important aspect at times such as exiting a tunnel, driving through heavily wooded and shady areas...

The type of dye used also influences the quality of the image we receive. Good lenses will be made using tints that reduce light blockage, but adequately filter the sun's rays, offering a good image without compromising our safety against radiation. That is why, depending on each need, there are different types of lenses:

Polarized lenses: Glasses with this type of polarized lenses have the main function of absorbing the reflections produced by the sun and objects. These are the ones that provide the greatest eye protection. The polarized filter helps to eliminate those reflections produced by the reflection of sunlight on surfaces such as water, snow, asphalt, etc., due to the fact that sunlight vibrates in all directions. When it bounces off these types of smooth surfaces, it causes uncomfortable reflections, especially in mountain situations. Polarized lenses contain a special filter that blocks reflected light and only allows useful light to pass through, allowing a vision without reflections and much more comfortable.

 

Photochromic lenses: This type of glasses with photochromic lenses are those that darken with the rays of the sun. The higher the glow, the darker they will be. In other words, photochromic lenses incorporate components in their mass that react to sunlight by absorbing radiation and darkening when the light hits the lenses, and lightening when the radiation stops. These are lenses that adapt to UV radiation from the environment, darkening proportionally to the ultraviolet they receive. That is, in low light conditions, on cloudy days or in closed environments with artificial light, the lenses are transparent. But as the sunlight increases they get darker. They are usually gray or brown in color.

 

We can find these types of lenses of various types depending on the degree of lightening and darkening of the lens, that is, we will find different types depending on the maximum level of lightening, where value 0 is equivalent to transparent and value 4 to maximum darkening. that offers this type of filter. There are models that even provide you with up to 3 different lenses so that you can exchange them depending on the needs of the day.

lens color

Regarding the color of the lenses, we must choose them based on the use that we are going to make of our cycling glasses. Currently, much importance is given to the fact that the models allow the use of interchangeable lenses, so it will also depend on the color to be able to adapt more quickly to weather conditions; For example, if it is early in the morning or late in the afternoon, a pink or light reddish lens is recommended because it brightens the colors. These types of lenses also block glare at these times of day. On the other hand, if it is midday, it is better to wear dark brown or gray lenses, since they provide the best sun protection.

 

Features to keep in mind about cycling glasses

In short, when practicing this sport it is required that our glasses are capable of guaranteeing:

-Protection against falls and bumps thanks to a frame made of robust and flexible material.

-A wrap-around design with an ergonomic facial fit and side protections to prevent reflections from entering. 8-base lenses are recommended as they provide greater coverage.

-If possible, temple tips and nose pads with good support and adjustable.

-A good anti-fog system that provides us with a good ventilation of the lenses to reduce in this way the uncomfortable possibility of fogging.

-A minimum possible weight, there are even models of less than 30 grams.

-Good protection against wind, dust and shock caused by falls, using quality lenses with anti-shatter technology.

-Proper protection of these lenses against reflections that can cause unexpected accidents and unpredictable consequences.

-An aerodynamic design that allows to cut the wind avoiding ocular dehydration by evaporation of the tears produced by the tear duct. Something that in turn also helps to prevent the entry of dirt particles that may float in the environment.

-Of course, total protection against ultraviolet rays, especially important after several hours of exposure to the effects of the sun. A good complement in this case is the use of polarized and/or photochromic glasses to avoid reflections and adapt to variable light conditions.

 

The arms of our glasses inside or outside the helmet straps?

Something that for some may seem obvious, for others it can be a real question. But I can assure you that this question has been asked by more than one and that it is of great importance.

Regarding the correct placement of the glasses in cycling, we could say that the most appropriate thing is that the glasses embrace the straps of the helmet, that is, that they go on the outside. The explanation is very simple. In the event of a fall, the risk of breakage is considerably greater if we wear our cycling goggles on the inside of the helmet straps, since it will be more difficult for them to come off and in the event of breakage of any of its parts, they can cause us wounds.

Hence also the importance that they fit correctly and we do not feel the need to have to hold the glasses with the helmet straps when we go out with our bike.

 

Well, evaluating all this information we will agree that it is important to make an economic effort to be able to have quality glasses, which provide us with safety during our routes, against possible accidents and against the different weather changes that may occur. . As we already know, taking special consideration of the quality of our lens, a fundamental part of our cycling glasses.

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