Sunglasses

How to choose your cycling glasses

Cycling glasses are an accessory that protects your eyes during your rides. To choose the right pair, you should consider the type of cycling you do, the terrain you ride on and the lighting conditions you usually encounter. Depending on these factors, you should choose the right lens type to suit the terrain and the different weather conditions you may encounter on your journey, such as shadows, reflections from puddles or sun glare.

Another important factor to consider when choosing glasses for cycling is the frame size and the lens curvature. The glasses should fit the shape of your face to protect your eyes and the entire surrounding area, preventing air, dust or any other particles from getting in.

Cycling glasses should provide a wide field of vision, with a frame that does not obstruct your view. The curvature of the lenses must also provide a clear image without any distortion.

Why is it important to wear glasses when cycling?

Cycling glasses are an essential part of your safety gear.

They are the accessory that protects your eyes from UV rays, as well as splashes and objects that could hit your eyes directly while you ride.

In addition, cycling glasses can improve your field of vision and provide greater comfort and safety.

Types of cycling sunglasses

Depending on the lens type, cycling sunglasses can be divided into six categories: smoked, mirrored, photochromic, standard, polarised and reflective.

Smoked glasses

They provide complete protection against UV rays without being completely dark. Ideal for partly cloudy days.

Mirrored glasses

They are ideal for bright conditions and feature an external coating that allows them to reflect light.

Photochromic glasses

These lenses adapt to sunlight: they darken in bright light and become lighter when light levels are low.

Polarised glasses

The main function of glasses with polarised lenses is to absorb reflections. They provide excellent eye protection.

Reflective glasses

Reflective lenses feature a coating that allows them to reflect light, a particularly useful feature in bright conditions.

You can also choose your glasses according to your preferred colour, with options including yellow, blue, white, brown, multicolour, orange, black, silver, red, pink and green. The lens type and colour can help you choose glasses to suit your preferences and intended use, from urban journeys to downhill rides.

Buy cycling glasses online at Santafixie

At Santafixie, you can buy cycling glasses from brands such as Pit Viper.

To complete your cycling gear, you can pair your glasses with socks, caps, trousers, T-shirts, cycling jerseys, cycling shoes or jackets, depending on the type of ride and the conditions in which you will be cycling.

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