TRF Forums

It is currently Thu Mar 28, 2024 9:19 am

All times are UTC [ DST ]




Forum locked This topic is locked, you cannot edit posts or make further replies.  [ 5 posts ] 
Author Message
 Post subject: Glasses
PostPosted: Fri May 06, 2016 10:25 pm 
Offline
50 cc

Joined: Sun Apr 24, 2016 9:34 pm
Posts: 8
Hi, As a relatively new member I was wondering what other spec wearing members do in the rain. On the Sunday at the Taffy I ended up taking my specs off and spoke to another rider who had to do the same. I wear an open face with a built in visor and flip down shades (a Nolan N40) and rarely have any issues with it on the road including commuting through the winter. On the trails in the wet it seems to mist up despite a pinlock system and rain gets on the inside then I get rain on my specs and I might as well get a white stick out as I can't see a bloody thing. Any solutions?
Thanks Jak


Top
 Profile  
 
 Post subject: Re: Glasses
PostPosted: Sat May 07, 2016 3:29 am 
Offline
Moderator
User avatar

Joined: Wed Jul 01, 2009 1:03 pm
Posts: 5005
Location: East Sussex
Disposable contacts.

_________________
Red


WR400F..Gone for a song.
CRF250L now on the lanes.
Novice off roader for years


Top
 Profile  
 
 Post subject: Re: Glasses
PostPosted: Sat May 07, 2016 3:49 pm 
Offline
650 cc Monster
User avatar

Joined: Fri Dec 07, 2012 2:22 pm
Posts: 2439
Location: Romiley
Greetings,

I use a pair of Oakley motocross goggles which have a purpose shaped side piece in the foam for the arms of your glasses, your local dealer should be able to get them for you.

I also use a Quick Strap for clipping the goggles to the helmet rather than a continuous band as supplied with the googles.

Try to condition yourself to breath through your nose and not your mouth :shock: sounds daft my saying I know but it makes a difference :D

TTFN

Hugh.

_________________
Please note that I am not a National TRF Officer, any views expressed are my own and may not be in accordance with any official policy.


Top
 Profile  
 
 Post subject: Re: Glasses
PostPosted: Sun May 08, 2016 12:23 am 
Offline
300 cc
User avatar

Joined: Fri Apr 24, 2009 8:35 pm
Posts: 941
Location: Middle Earth
Normal motorcycle anti fog spray,

Specsavers perscription wrap around sun glasses, unbreakable, anti scratch lens, try selectspecs Oakley OO9238 FIVES SQUARED
http://www.selectspecs.com/sunglasses/o ... 22.39.html

Oakley sun glasses with perscription lens, for about £100...



I usually wear full face helmet with quick strap goggles for bramble covered lanes but wear mountain bike/shooting safety glasses with a yellow tint (also use for shooting) and you can get a good set with three sets of different colour visors for under £30. Ideal in the rain and they dont usually mist up as I coat them with the antifog spray.

I also have a pair of goggle glasses that come with either a strap like normal goggles or with arms like normal glasses. These seal around the edges of the frame with foam. Got mine a while ago from Amazon.co.uk for £15 and I take them when it's hot and dry to stop getting dusty eyes.

Also try searching for perscription motorcycle glasses, plenty about for about £100-£150

If you already need perscription glasses then paying for a pair of sport glasses with perscription lens is no real hassle. I was amazed at the good deal from Select specs for the perscription Oakly glasses though... Ive used them for a few years now for road and trail riding and even jet skis. Anti scratch works well but I'm extra careful if I get mud on them and rince off with the camel pack water before wiping.

With the air circulating when riding they dont mist up and rain runs straight off them..actually better than full goggles.

If I get stuck on a hot and humid day and have to haul/push the bike out they will get condensation on the inside after 5 mins of struggle and swearing...as would any goggles or glasses.. but it clears quicker than goggles do.

Personal choice mind.. strap on goggles fit over them without pushing them into my face and I can quick strap them off again when the brambles or dusty section is past..

_________________
ANDY.T

2005 KTM 525MXC (34,000 miles so far)
2005 KTM 250EXC (11,500 miles so far)
BMW R100 awaiting time to convert to 1980's HPN GS PD Replica.
All useful parts wanted ;)
Need :USD DRZ E front end complete & GS petrol tank.


Top
 Profile  
 
 Post subject: Re: Glasses
PostPosted: Mon May 09, 2016 12:54 pm 
Offline
80 cc

Joined: Thu Jul 08, 2010 3:27 pm
Posts: 35
I use a pair of goggles supposedly vented enough to help prevent glasses steaming up. They work pretty well despite me having had them for several years now, although during heavy rain and exertion on my part (i.e. a tougher lane), my glasses and goggles do steam up.

A friend has bought these, and I'm waiting to give them a go when the conditions are right - someone else I spoke to who uses them swears by them.

_________________
Has now left the (TRF) building


Top
 Profile  
 
Display posts from previous:  Sort by  
Forum locked This topic is locked, you cannot edit posts or make further replies.  [ 5 posts ] 

All times are UTC [ DST ]


Who is online

Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 1 guest


You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot post attachments in this forum

Search for:
Jump to:  
Powered by phpBB © 2000, 2002, 2005, 2007 phpBB Group. Color scheme by ColorizeIt!