Prescription cycling sunglasses? - The Chainlink2024-03-28T18:17:06Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topics/prescription-cycling-sunglasses?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A766716&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noFWIW: I decided not to get th…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-10-22:2211490:Comment:7667162013-10-22T14:32:52.212ZDavid Gibbshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/fallingrock
<p>FWIW: I decided not to get the prescription cycling sunglasses ... after regular glasses, contacts, and the sunglasses, the total would have been close to $1000 (even with insurance and discounts).</p>
<p>I'll just wear contacts with regular cycling sunglasses instead.</p>
<p>Thanks for everyone's input.</p>
<p>david</p>
<p>FWIW: I decided not to get the prescription cycling sunglasses ... after regular glasses, contacts, and the sunglasses, the total would have been close to $1000 (even with insurance and discounts).</p>
<p>I'll just wear contacts with regular cycling sunglasses instead.</p>
<p>Thanks for everyone's input.</p>
<p>david</p> I've got an appointment with…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-09-18:2211490:Comment:7555572013-09-18T20:45:09.484ZDavid Gibbshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/fallingrock
<p>I've got an appointment with an optometrist in a few weeks. They carry a number of sunglasses that an handle prescription inserts.<br/> <br/> <cite>Gopher Biker said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/prescription-cycling-sunglasses?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A755453&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2211490Comment755453"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>@David - any luck finding anything that works for you?</p>
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<p>I've got an appointment with an optometrist in a few weeks. They carry a number of sunglasses that an handle prescription inserts.<br/> <br/> <cite>Gopher Biker said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/prescription-cycling-sunglasses?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A755453&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2211490Comment755453"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>@David - any luck finding anything that works for you?</p>
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</blockquote> @David - any luck finding any…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-09-18:2211490:Comment:7554532013-09-18T19:35:33.393ZGopher Bikerhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/GopherBiker
<p>@David - any luck finding anything that works for you?</p>
<p>@David - any luck finding anything that works for you?</p> I joined just to say thank yo…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-09-13:2211490:Comment:7539422013-09-13T13:13:49.004ZJessahttps://thechainlink.org/profile/JessaWright
<p>I joined just to say thank you for this! I just moved and my commute went from mostly South/North to mostly East/West, into the sun both ways. I was just thinking, "I need child-sized, prescription sport sunglasses, but where on earth would I find that?" And then you showed up. ADS mentioned in the Bike Commuters link has those. Hurrah!</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>I joined just to say thank you for this! I just moved and my commute went from mostly South/North to mostly East/West, into the sun both ways. I was just thinking, "I need child-sized, prescription sport sunglasses, but where on earth would I find that?" And then you showed up. ADS mentioned in the Bike Commuters link has those. Hurrah!</p>
<p>Thanks!</p> Take a look at this post from…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-09-12:2211490:Comment:7536392013-09-12T17:30:09.858ZRichard Stiershttps://thechainlink.org/profile/RichardStiers
<p>Take a look at this post from Bike Commuters.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.bikecommuters.com/2013/09/03/review-ads-eyewear-prescription-sunglasses/" target="_blank">http://www.bikecommuters.com/2013/09/03/review-ads-eyewear-prescription-sunglasses/</a></p>
<p>Take a look at this post from Bike Commuters.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.bikecommuters.com/2013/09/03/review-ads-eyewear-prescription-sunglasses/" target="_blank">http://www.bikecommuters.com/2013/09/03/review-ads-eyewear-prescription-sunglasses/</a></p> Lenscrafters works with OAKLE…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-09-12:2211490:Comment:7536162013-09-12T01:32:02.856ZMichael Ahttps://thechainlink.org/profile/MichaelAbene
<p>Lenscrafters works with OAKLEY and they make a cycling specific lens that does not "blur" when you look back. They were not cheap but to be able to look back for other riders and cars without waiting for your eyes to adjust to the motion was well worth it. Mine have lineless bifocals and transition from clear to a dark smoke. Being able to read street signs, judge distance more accurately and still be able to read my bike computer is about as good as it gets.</p>
<p>Lenscrafters works with OAKLEY and they make a cycling specific lens that does not "blur" when you look back. They were not cheap but to be able to look back for other riders and cars without waiting for your eyes to adjust to the motion was well worth it. Mine have lineless bifocals and transition from clear to a dark smoke. Being able to read street signs, judge distance more accurately and still be able to read my bike computer is about as good as it gets.</p> I have a pair of Rudy Project…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-09-11:2211490:Comment:7533412013-09-11T19:57:00.228ZJoe Studer 8.0 mihttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Joe80
<p>I have a pair of Rudy Project glasses with prescription inserts that I have worn for years, and really like. (The glasses I have use interchangeable lenses, which mean that I can use the glasses in a variety of conditions, including at night). The company has a variety of models ranging glasses with prescription inserts to models that have prescription lenses only. Various opticians / optomotrists carry the brand and can do the work. Go to their site to see whether there is someone near…</p>
<p>I have a pair of Rudy Project glasses with prescription inserts that I have worn for years, and really like. (The glasses I have use interchangeable lenses, which mean that I can use the glasses in a variety of conditions, including at night). The company has a variety of models ranging glasses with prescription inserts to models that have prescription lenses only. Various opticians / optomotrists carry the brand and can do the work. Go to their site to see whether there is someone near you (<a href="http://www.e-rudy.com/locator_results.php">http://www.e-rudy.com/locator_results.php</a>)</p> A friend of mine recommended…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-09-11:2211490:Comment:7534792013-09-11T18:36:31.742ZDavid Gibbshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/fallingrock
<p>A friend of mine recommended Barrington Eye Care (<a href="http://www.barringtoneyecare.com" target="_blank">http://www.barringtoneyecare.com</a>). I'll be talking to him tomorrow and probably check them out soon.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>Gopher Biker said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/prescription-cycling-sunglasses?xg_source=activity#2211490Comment753478"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>The last time I got Rx inserts filled I got the glasses/insert…</p>
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<p>A friend of mine recommended Barrington Eye Care (<a href="http://www.barringtoneyecare.com" target="_blank">http://www.barringtoneyecare.com</a>). I'll be talking to him tomorrow and probably check them out soon.<br/> <br/> <cite>Gopher Biker said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/prescription-cycling-sunglasses?xg_source=activity#2211490Comment753478"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>The last time I got Rx inserts filled I got the glasses/insert at Performance in Northbrook. Bolle makes them as well. I am due for new ones, so I'll be looking soon. Your <span>optometrist might have a catalog with some options. Scott Optical in Wilmette used to carry them (Rx goggles too); I might stop in there this weekend - I'll let you know if I see anything.</span></p>
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</blockquote> The last time I got Rx insert…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-09-11:2211490:Comment:7534782013-09-11T18:29:29.923ZGopher Bikerhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/GopherBiker
<p>The last time I got Rx inserts filled I got the glasses/insert at Performance in Northbrook. Bolle makes them as well. I am due for new ones, so I'll be looking soon. Your <span>optometrist might have a catalog with some options. Scott Optical in Wilmette used to carry them (Rx goggles too); I might stop in there this weekend - I'll let you know if I see anything.</span></p>
<p>The last time I got Rx inserts filled I got the glasses/insert at Performance in Northbrook. Bolle makes them as well. I am due for new ones, so I'll be looking soon. Your <span>optometrist might have a catalog with some options. Scott Optical in Wilmette used to carry them (Rx goggles too); I might stop in there this weekend - I'll let you know if I see anything.</span></p> Where do you buy your glasses…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-09-11:2211490:Comment:7534752013-09-11T18:09:02.718ZDavid Gibbshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/fallingrock
<p>Where do you buy your glasses & inserts?<br></br> <br></br> <cite>Gopher Biker said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/prescription-cycling-sunglasses?xg_source=activity#2211490Comment753410"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>What I usually do is buy the cycling glasses and R lens insert I want and then bring the Rx insert to my eye doctor to put in the lenses. He always tells me he's not responsible if the insert breaks while putting in the lenses but…</p>
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<p>Where do you buy your glasses & inserts?<br/> <br/> <cite>Gopher Biker said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/prescription-cycling-sunglasses?xg_source=activity#2211490Comment753410"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>What I usually do is buy the cycling glasses and R lens insert I want and then bring the Rx insert to my eye doctor to put in the lenses. He always tells me he's not responsible if the insert breaks while putting in the lenses but that has never happened and even if it did, the insert is pretty inexpensive.</p>
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