The search for a pair of sun glasses that fit...

TMR
TMR Posts: 3,986
edited March 2011 in Road buying advice
I wanted a reasonably priced pair of glasses to wear until the summer. Having spent some time browsing, I bought these from Wiggle: http://www.wiggle.co.uk/dhb-pro-triple-lens-sunglasses/

They arrived today. They look really nice, but when I put them on, because of the shape of my face, the bridge of the glasses sits fairly low on my nose. The slightest movement sees them sliding down my nose and the top of the frame almost centered in my field of vision.

I'll return them to Wiggle on Monday, but still need something to replace them. Anyone had a similar problem?

I guess the only way to sort this is to go into a store in London tomorrow and try them all on until I find a pair that fits me properly. Can anyone recommend such a place?

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  • cougie
    cougie Posts: 22,512
    Oakley store in Covent Garden would be my bet. Theres also some outdoor shops too that sell other makes of shades close by. But my preferred option would be Oakley.
  • Berk Bonebonce
    Berk Bonebonce Posts: 1,245
    What ever happened to shades with adjustable frames? Bring back the Bolle MicroEdge.
  • flasher
    flasher Posts: 1,734
    Not cheap but, Rudy Project photochromic Rydon, completely adjustable for the weirdest shaped faces!! Best 100 quid I've spent on cycling apart from the bike, Assos shorts, Giro helmet.................. :lol:
  • TMR
    TMR Posts: 3,986
    Berk Bonebonce wrote:
    What ever happened to shades with adjustable frames? Bring back the Bolle MicroEdge.

    These?
  • maddog 2
    maddog 2 Posts: 8,114
    yep, just try a load on.

    The last time I bought I tried on everything - Oakley, Giro, Bolle, Adidas, Spesh, Rudy P, the lot.

    Some were fine, some just didn't fit at all (Giro). Best were the Adidas ones, for me.
    Facts are meaningless, you can use facts to prove anything that's remotely true! - Homer
  • ascurrell
    ascurrell Posts: 1,739
    Berk Bonebonce wrote:
    What ever happened to shades with adjustable frames? Bring back the Bolle MicroEdge.

    I know what happend to mine they are stoered in my cupboard alomg with spare lenses changeable arms and I believe in the old Motorola colours [not 100%]

    They were / are great glasses
  • luv2ride
    luv2ride Posts: 2,367
    I'm sure i read that you can adjust the nose piece on the DHB's? Something about pulling on the individual rubber bits as they are supposed to move up and down the wire "shaft" to accomodate different beaks. Have you tried, as i thought they were supposed to be ace glasses?

    Was going to get a pair myself after breaking my Revolution Blades but Wiggle seem to have put the prices up again on the DHB triples. My Endura Marlins (photochomatic) don't seem to bright winter sun too well... :cry:
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  • Berk Bonebonce
    Berk Bonebonce Posts: 1,245
    ascurrell wrote:
    Berk Bonebonce wrote:
    What ever happened to shades with adjustable frames? Bring back the Bolle MicroEdge.

    I know what happend to mine they are stoered in my cupboard alomg with spare lenses changeable arms and I believe in the old Motorola colours [not 100%]

    They were / are great glasses

    Mine lasted years until I sat on them. They were worth every penny.

    If you were head honch at Bolle why would you not seek sponsorship deals with pro cycling teams?
  • smartie123
    smartie123 Posts: 12
    I know these are not a known designer make but ESS 'balistic' glasses are great they have bendy arms and an elastic strap if you need and also inter changeable lenses, the yellow ones are great for the morning commute if its a bit dark or over cast, The dark lenses are extremely good and they are a reasonable price to boot


    http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ESS-GLASSES-/2905 ... 43a580fbbf[/url]
  • TMR
    TMR Posts: 3,986
    I tried the Oakley Jawbones on today at Condor. They fit perfectly, so I'll get those.

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