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Re: A Cheap Solution – Mountain Bike Riding Glasses

Drew Knight — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:16:26 -0000

Definitely a good option -- I ride sunny days in a pair of Rudy Projects, which I like very much -- but have taken to borrowing my son's Smith & Wesson "shooting glasses", purchased from Lowe's for about $10 a pair, on dark days or for evening rides. They have clear models and high-contrast yellow tint. They even have a classic "sport" frame style similar to early-model Oakleys.

Re: A Cheap Solution – Mountain Bike Riding Glasses

James Brown — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 11:32:10 -0000

This is a great solution for riding glasses. I’ve been using safety glasses for years and you can find some pretty stylish options at Lowe’s, Home Depot and even Wal-Mart.

As for Geoff’s question about a remedy for fogging, use Cat Crap. It works great! Now for those of you who are not familiar with how Cat Crap helps with fogging, I’ll not explain, just Google it. 

Re: A Cheap Solution – Mountain Bike Riding Glasses

Betty — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 08:24:13 -0000

This is exactly what I do! My boyfriend works in manufacturing and one time before a race I realized that I forgot my glasses. He handed me his safety glasses and was like- don't worry about what happens to them they're wicked cheap. Ever since then I've been using safety glasses! Way to pass this great info along too!

Re: A Cheap Solution – Mountain Bike Riding Glasses

Geoff Harris — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 23:47:54 -0000

Have already a set of BBB glasses which have been just OK..they are for those of us who need additional prescription frames..One problem I have is the constant fogging of the lens at usually difficult moments..I have tried a number of solutions but non have been overly successful...does anyone have a remedy???

Re: A Cheap Solution – Mountain Bike Riding Glasses

Robert House — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:46:02 -0000

Good idea. I have a pair with a yellow tint that are nice in the evening when my usual dark tint is way too much.

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Stephanie — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:17:50 -0000

I've been wanting to get some glasses, but not spend a lot. Thanks!

Re: A Cheap Solution – Mountain Bike Riding Glasses

Erik — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:46:09 -0000

This is a great idea and very well timed as I spent the earlier part of this week trying to dig some trail pokey out of my eye. I'd resolved to start wearing eye protection but have been put off by the high cost of name brand eyewear.

Re: A Cheap Solution – Mountain Bike Riding Glasses

Aaron Mielke — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:22:06 -0000

I have a set of Tifosi's with the phototec lenses, kind of a reddish tint. I have worn them in every type of riding condition imaginable. They work very well in dark, thick wooded trails...especially when the canopy opens up and the sun peeks through. I even keep them on for the post-ride beverage and grub at the local brew-pub. I do keep a set of clears around though, for those night ride but other than that, these glasses have worked very well. Had them for 2 years now and not a single issue.

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Paulo — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:59:45 -0000

Excellent. I will be going to check out what's available.

Re: A Cheap Solution – Mountain Bike Riding Glasses

Brian — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:54:02 -0000

I have found the the Remington shooting glasses have worked to best. The stay put when the sweat pours out and look just as good.

Re: A Cheap Solution – Mountain Bike Riding Glasses

Chip — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 10:29:59 -0000

Very cool idea, thanks for sharing this.