Cycling Sunglasses and Goggles – Look Good and Be Protected at the Same Time

Do you belong to the select minority who have never been harmed by a fly? Then congratulations, because small flies, stones, swirling dust, dirt and pollen always manage to land in your eyes when cycling – sometimes more, sometimes less painful, but unpleasant in any case. As if that wasn't enough, the wind, rain and aggressive UV rays also affect the sensitive conjunctiva of the eyes. Good cycling sunglasses are therefore essential – and it makes no difference whether you're on a road bike, mountain bike, touring bike or city bike.

Cycling sunglasses provide reliable protection against wind, insects and UV rays! However, the protection factor is not the only reason why cycling glasses are an essential piece of the cycling outfit for every cyclist. The right lenses also help your eyes to adapt quickly to changing visibility and light conditions. This also ensures safety on the road and off-road.

And last but not least, cycling sunglasses are a stylish fashion accessory in addition to their functional use. This is due in no small part to the modern designs and colors that manufacturers use to keep up with the latest fashion trends. So you can not only see clearly and distinctly on your bike rides, but also look good at the same time.

Regardless of the protection and style factor, there are many different types of cycling sunglasses. We have listed the most important categories in our range of glasses below. However, due to the large number of manufacturers and models, there are also many models that fall "between the categories".

Classic cycle glasses are similar in shape to other sports goggles, such as those worn when running or nordic skiing. They are characterized by a lightweight and flexible frame made of plastic, high-quality sports lenses and ventilation openings. These biking goggles are available with frames or as frameless versions. They are suitable for a wide range of cycling adventures – from electric bike tours to road bike competitions. In our assortment we also stock corresponding specialty ranges: you can find road bike glasses here as well as mountain bike glasses.

If you enjoy riding in the bike park or enduro, your eyes need extra protection. For this reason, goggles, such as those used for skiing, are used in these disciplines. These glasses not only protect a large part of your face from flying stones, but also offer better protection in the event of a fall.

Glasses with so-called photochromic or photochromatic lenses are becoming increasingly popular. These react either to UV light or visible light and adjust their tint depending on the intensity of the light. When the light intensity is higher, the lenses in these glasses darken automatically. If the light intensity decreases, the panes become lighter again. As this all happens within a few seconds, you always have the ideal tint – regardless of whether you are in an open field or in a wooded area.

While photochromatic lenses are mainly found in the high-price segment, the cheaper option is cycling goggles with replacement lenses. These models offer you several lenses that you can change before or during your ride depending on the weather. Most manufacturers offer photochromatic lenses in three colors: dark for very bright light conditions, orange for foggy and cloudy weather and clear for riding in the rain.

If you wear glasses or contact lenses, you can choose between prescription cycling glasses with direct lenses and cycling glasses with clips. The advantage of direct glazing is that you have the widest possible field of vision, which is more comfortable, especially when riding fast. There are also cycling sunglasses with prescription lenses that help you to read your ride data from your bike computer or cell phone, for example.

Do you want to experience your future rides with an all-round safe feeling and maximum style factor? Then we would be happy to help you find high-quality cycling sunglasses for your individual needs and desired purpose. Below, we have summarized the properties that characterize good cycling sunglasses. Whether simple cycling goggles or fully closed goggles – cycling goggles for men and women must fulfill a number of properties to ensure not only riding fun but also safety.

UV protection is essential for sports eyewear – this also applies to cycling sunglasses. Lenses with UV protection offer excellent protection against harmful UV radiation and protect your eyes on sunny days. Depending on the biking glasses, they block the entire UV full spectrum, including UVA, UVB and UV400 wavelengths.

Sunglasses protect you from bright light. And this task is probably the most important part of cycling sunglasses too. Depending on the weather, there are different types of glasses with different darkening powers. In principle, the brightness or darkening of sports glasses is divided into five categories:

To ensure that your eyes are optimally protected at all times of the day and that you can see clearly, lenses for cycling eyewear are available in different tints. Depending on the light conditions, you can create optimum visibility

• Yellow lenses help in fog, overcast skies or diffuse light.
• Cycling sunglasses with color-fast, brown or reddish lenses are an excellent everyday companion.
• Blue lenses provide strong contrasts and ensure that you stay on track in the mountains or in winter.
• Cycling goggles with transparent lenses are useful in cloudy conditions or in the evening, as they protect your eyes from dust, animals and the like.

Good ventilation creates the right balance between comfort and safety on fast-paced downhill rides or sweaty mountain stages. Ventilation slits or foam-filtered ventilation allow air to circulate, which minimizes fogging of the lenses or lenses as well as the air flow at high speeds. Some modern cycling goggles have a special anti-fog coating to ensure that you can maintain a perfect view. You will particularly benefit from this in hot and humid weather.

If you want to flexibly adapt the lens color of your cycle glasses to the light and weather conditions, glasses with interchangeable or photochromic, photochromic lenses are a practical alternative. Another advantage: if the lenses of your cycling sunglasses are damaged, you can easily replace them.

To prevent your eyes from being injured in the event of a fall, most manufacturers of cycling sunglasses use shatterproof, splinter-free plastic (polycarbonate). Soft, non-slip temple material ensures that your glasses fit securely so that you are not distracted unnecessarily. A hard layer over the lens also prevents the lenses from scratching.

Some cycling glasses have deformable or adjustable temples or straps. This allows you to adapt the glasses even better to the shape of your head and increase comfort. Multi-layer foam padding ensures that MTB glasses are soft and comfortable to wear.

Wearing comfort plays a decisive role for good cycling goggles. Cycling glass should therefore be lightweight and, above all, fit. When buying, you should therefore make sure that the glasses fit comfortably and do not slip back and forth, but still fit snugly on your head without pinching. So that you can be sure that you are choosing the right one and that they don't pinch or wobble, you can carry out two simple tests:

• Put on your cycling sunglasses, tilt your head downwards and wiggle your head back and forth
• If the glasses slip, they are too big
• You know the glasses are too small when your eyelashes touch the lenses

Would you like to experience your future rides with an all-round safe feeling and maximum style factor? Then we will be happy to help you find high-quality cycling sunglasses for your individual needs and desired purpose.

• What do you need your cycling sunglasses for? For electric bike tours, for example, we recommend classic cycling goggles. For downhill adventures, it has to be a trail goggle.
• What properties should your cycling goggles have? Are you looking for glasses with photochromic lenses? Or do you want cycling sunglasses with prescription lenses?
• What price range should the model you want have? Please note: The desired properties influence the price. The more your glasses can do, the more expensive they will logically be.
• What design should your glasses have?

We are often asked this question. The professional peloton currently includes cycling sunglasses from brands such as Uvex, 100%, Alpina, Bollé, Julbo and Oakley.

Lightweight, shatterproof, scratch-resistant, with UV protection and a tint adapted to the light conditions. Plus a secure fit, high wearing comfort, a wide field of vision and a stylish look. All this makes the perfect pair of cycling sunglasses. There are cycling glasses for all disciplines, cycling glasses for women (women's cycling glasses), cycle glasses for men (men's cycling glasses), glasses with prescription and cycling glasses with interchangeable lenses. You can find out here how to find your favorite glasses and what you should consider when buying them. In our shop you will always find a large selection of suitable models. So that you can soon be cycling through forests, meadows and mountains with the best vision.