Cycling glasses & sports glasses

Buying advice for: Cycling glasses & sports glasses

• Types of cycling glasses

  There are several types of cycling goggles, each designed for different needs and conditions. Sports glasses offer comprehensive protection and good ventilation, ideal for road cyclists and mountain bikers. Photochromic glasses automatically adapt to the light conditions by changing their tint, making them versatile. Polarised goggles reduce reflections and glare, particularly useful in strong sunlight or reflective surfaces. Interchangeable lens goggles allow the rider to swap lenses depending on the light conditions, allowing them to be used in a wide range of weather conditions. Finally, there are optical glasses that have been specially developed for spectacle wearers and can accommodate corrective lenses.

• Cycling eyewear brands

  There are many renowned brands that produce high-quality cycling glasses. Oakley is known for its innovative technology and first-class quality, especially its Prizm technology, which improves colour and contrast. Rudy Project offers a wide range of sporty and customisable glasses that are known for their lightness and fit. UVEX is another leading brand characterised by robust and safe eyewear, ideal for mountain biking and other demanding sports. Poc offers stylish and functional goggles that are recognised for their excellent ventilation and safety technology. Smith Optics is known for its polarised lenses and innovative designs that offer both style and functionality.

• Materials and workmanship

  The materials and workmanship of cycling eyewear are critical to its comfort, durability and protection. High-quality glasses are often made of polycarbonate, which is lightweight and resistant to impact. Polycarbonate lenses are particularly shatterproof and offer excellent protection against UV rays. Grilamid TR90, a robust and flexible material, is often used for the frames. It offers an excellent balance between strength and lightness and is resistant to chemical and ultraviolet influences. The processing of the lenses is also very important. Many cycling glasses have a scratch-resistant coating and an anti-reflective surface to ensure clear vision and durability. Some models also offer a hydrophobic coating that repels water and makes cleaning easier.

• Technical features

  Modern cycling glasses are equipped with numerous technical features that increase their usefulness and comfort. Interchangeable lenses make it possible to adapt the glasses to different light conditions. Ventilation systems prevent the lenses from fogging up by ensuring good air circulation. Photochromic lenses automatically adapt to changing light conditions, which is particularly practical on long journeys. Polarised lenses reduce glare from reflective surfaces such as water or asphalt, which improves vision and protects the eyes. Some models have adjustable nose pads and temples for customisation and optimum comfort.