Prescription Cycling Glasses
Why Should I Wear Cycling Glasses?
For most cyclists, cycling glasses are indispensable all year round. In summer, they absorb sunlight and protect the eyes from insects and dust, while in autumn and winter, they shield against wind, dirt, and snow.
Good cycling glasses need to have more features – especially if you normally wear glasses or contact lenses. In that case, prescription cycling glasses are the best choice. Whether you opt for:
Photochromic lenses
Polarised lenses
Mirrored lenses
or standard sunglasses lenses
If you need prescription cycling glasses to stay safe and stylish on your bike, Mister Spex is the right place. Our online shop offers a wide range of models from renowned brands like Oakley, Adidas, Alpina, Puma, and Nike. Order your preferred model from the comfort of your home and enjoy clear vision and comfort on your next ride. (Note: At Mister Spex, photochromic lenses for varifocals are only available for internal varifocal lenses.) We’ve compiled everything a good pair of cycling glasses should offer and what else to consider when choosing the right pair.
Types of Cycling Glasses
Prescription Cycling Glasses
If you wear glasses or contact lenses in everyday life, you don’t need to compromise on your vision while cycling.
Many brands, including Oakley and Adidas, now offer cycling glasses with prescriptions up to +/- 6 dioptres.
Direct glazing ensures the widest possible field of view, which is particularly beneficial for fast rides.
Photochromic Cycling Glasses
Photochromic glasses, such as those from Uvex or Alpina, are increasingly popular.
These lenses adjust their tint based on the intensity of light: they darken in bright sunlight and lighten in low light conditions, such as at dusk or in wooded areas.
Mirrored Cycling Glasses
Mirrored lenses, with a thin coating on the outside of the lens, enhance the look of cycling glasses.
This isn’t just for aesthetics; the cool design helps minimise reflections from sunlight and reduces the amount of light entering the eye.
Key Features of Good Cycling Glasses
UV Protection
Protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays is crucial both daily and on sunny bike rides. Depending on the model, these glasses block the full UV spectrum, including UVA, UVB, and UV400 wavelengths.
Comfort
Cycling glasses should be lightweight, fit perfectly, and not slip. Ensure they fit snugly without causing pressure. Some cycling glasses have flexible, non-slip, or even padded arms, enhancing comfort. Ideally, try the glasses with your helmet to ensure a good fit.
Frame Material
Most manufacturers use shatterproof polycarbonate or other high-performance materials to protect your eyes from injury in case of a fall.
Tint
Cycling glasses come in various tints to provide optimal visibility depending on the light conditions and time of day. Brown to red lenses are great for everyday use, while yellow lenses are helpful in fog. Blue lenses enhance contrast in the mountains or winter, and transparent lenses protect against dust and insects.
Ventilation
In hot, humid, or very cold weather, glasses with ventilation slots help reduce lens fogging.
What to Consider When Buying Cycling Glasses
Looking for safe and stylish cycling glasses but unsure what features to look for? Here are some tips:
What’s the purpose of the glasses? For a leisurely e-bike ride, classic cycling glasses suffice, while demanding mountain bike rides require photochromic MTB glasses with ventilation.
The glasses should fit well with your helmet and not cause pressure points.
Do you need prescription cycling glasses?
What’s your budget for the glasses?
Is the material shatterproof?
What design do you prefer?
Ensure the glasses are the right size and shape to fully shield your eyes from the sun and wind.
(Tip: Use our filter function in the left navigation bar to narrow down your search based on your desired features.)
Summary: Key Tips at a Glance
There’s a perfect pair of cycling glasses for every need. Choose your new model based on environmental conditions, intended use, and your requirements.
Primarily, sport glasses should be lightweight, windproof, shatterproof, and offer UV protection.
A wide field of vision and high comfort are also essential.
And last but not least, make sure your cycling glasses also look good on you.
