Hmmm, specs decision to make.

keirtristan
keirtristan Posts: 296
edited June 2009 in MTB buying advice
Now that I have my bike and pretty much everything I need (and thanks to those who gave me their advice), I am now considering my specs options.

I don't want to spend a lot and have seen some cheap triple lense by Endura and a few others. Anyone got any good tips on these?

However, my main question is, I already own some Oakley Half Jackets with a Mirrored blue polarised lens and am I therefore better off spending almost £50 and getting some Persimmon and Clear lenses?

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  • deffler
    deffler Posts: 829
    Hello mate,
    just picked up my genesis today and just had a quick spin around the block. The difference compared to my halfords BSO is immense.

    I wear oakley halfjackets as well however ive also got a pair of DHB triple lens which are by far a better fit, they never move and keep everything out of my eyes including the wind on descents unlike the halfjackets
    Boardman Hybrid Pro

    Planet X XLS
  • Airienteer
    Airienteer Posts: 695
    I got these http://www.bloceyewear.com/Sunglasses_S ... 122-3.html

    Really comfy, have a variety of lenses and are great at reducing glare and keeping dirt out of my eyes.
  • KernowCB
    KernowCB Posts: 174
    I've just bought some Bolle ESP's for £6.99 thanks to Surf_matt who suggested them. They are very very good and £6.99 for Bolle's...can you go wrong?

    http://www.tactical-kit.co.uk/bolle-esp ... -699-p.asp

    These are £15 but shop around because they are around for cheaper!
    Whyte 905
  • keirtristan
    keirtristan Posts: 296
    Cheers guys.

    Deffler, gald you like the Core. I am still waiting for my first proper ride but done my knee in last Saturday and is still swollen, bl00dy beer on the dance floor!! I have seen the DHBs and I think can even get them free with a sub to Mountain Biking UK (that or some Altura Mayhem's which I already have) but I know the Half Jacket XLJs fit my face like a glove and have used them up mountains, boarding, many a time. Did notice a bit of wind in my eyes at times though.

    Also will take a look at the Blocs and Bolles, thanks Airenteer and KernowCW.

    I take it you all think some cycle specific cheapo specs would be a better option than the Oakleys.
  • KernowCB
    KernowCB Posts: 174
    I've got my oakley gascans for non sport related posing but deffo chepo sunnies for riding :)
    Whyte 905
  • Wacky Racer
    Wacky Racer Posts: 638
    Personally I would upgrade the Oakleys you already have, the lenses are much better quality, no view distortion and very strong.

    I ride with Bolle Warrant glasses, these are similar to the Oakley range, RRP at around £95, but can be bought for as little as £67.99 if you google them, again you can purchase an array of different lenses and it's worth shopping for prices. These are the lightest glasses I could find and virtually indestructible, I couldn't recommend them highly enough.

    The cheaper Bolles on E-Bay are nowhere near the same quality lenses or frames as their premium glasses, don't be fooled by a good make at a budget price, no comparison.
    Ridley Orion

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