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krazy3

krazy3

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I've been looking for a set of prescription sunglasses that I can wear while riding. Unfortunately you can't try them before you buy them

Working with my VSP program at work, I found an eye doctor close that carries the Liberty Sport brand. They carry the Trailblazer model as well as the Biker model. I believe that Liberty makes the Rec Specs line as well.

Before I get the Wiley-X and RayBan debate, I don't have those options.

Just looking to see if anybody has and experience, good or bad, with those models I listed above.

Thanks :newsmile011:
 
You might consider looking into the Laser eye surgery then you can buy whatever sunglasses you want. I had it done a year ago after wearing glasses for 50 plus years and it is without doubt the best money I have ever spent. The really cool thing is that you can now have those great shades that you always wanted but could not wear. Just a thought, my two bits worth.
 
I have a close friend who did the Laser, now he just cannot drive at night the lights kill his eyes. He is one of the guys the small print talk about. I do know others who are fine, and love their new eyes.
 
You may want to look at this sight'

Welcome To Riders Eyewear! :: High Performance Motorcycle Eyewear they are located in Bellaire Buffs Florida

I just ordered a pair and I think they have a program that will send you a few pairs before you buy...if they are Rx. Price isn't bad either...Just ordered a new pair of clear for night time. Was getting tired of the Wiely-X pair.

Otherwise I wear Ibeams and they work great.
 
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Krazy3; I just went to my local eyecare store & looked for frames that could be used for sunglasses and helmet wear (i.e. wrap-around frames). You'll find most frames can also have tinted prescription lenses and I selected a set of Bole that worked extremely well & were very comfortable. Some also sell frames specifically designed for m/c riders (mine did), but I preferred the Bole frabe b/c it was more comfortable & better quality (metal frame vs. plastic). Good Luck!
 
Just as a precaution--check with your Optometrist to make sure YOUR prescription can be fitted to your choice of frames.

I had issues with my last lens grind that couldn't be used with Wrap Around frames.
I understand this is more of an issue with multi focal lenses,but ask anyway.

Could save yourself some angst.
 
I looked and settled on a pair of 7 Eye brand with the removable foam. Biscuit is correct about prescription with wrap around lenses. The 7 Eye brand is comfortable and is great quality. Since I wear no line bifocals and the lenses change with the light, these are great. Also their customer service is great!
 
I bought the Ray bans at Lenscrafters. They were the wrap arounds. Had my prescription put in, both bi-focal and distance. It was like looking through a fish lens. They changed them twice, but I could never use them, so they refunded my money. You can try them there, as they refund you money within 30 days.
 
Jerry1834 said:
You may want to look at this sight'

Welcome To Riders Eyewear! :: High Performance Motorcycle Eyewear they are located in Bellaire Buffs Florida

I just ordered a pair and I think they have a program that will send you a few pairs before you buy...if they are Rx. Price isn't bad either...Just ordered a new pair of clear for night time. Was getting tired of the Wiely-X pair.

Otherwise I wear Ibeams and they work great.
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I just ordered a pair of transition lens glasses from this outfit. They sent me 4 sets to "try on" to determine which I liked and then I ordered the pair I wanted with the prescription lenses. You just return the try on's for credit towards the prescription ones.
 
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