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Old 01-15-12 | 12:25 PM
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Bikes: 1997 Giant MB, 2011 Felt Z85 Road Bike...and searching. Why didn't anyone tell me that when you get into biking you develop a sick need to own more & more bikes!?

Here's the beautiful thing: There are Opticians out there that help you figure out what your eyewear needs are. I think often there is a mis-conception that they're going to pressure you into buying an expensive pair of specs that you don't need when in fact, if they are doing their job correctly it should be more of a dialog session to figure out what the best solution for your eyes are! I can't tell you how many times I've talked people out of buying glasses they didn't need just because they were not educated. -- I would strongly encourage you to go into a reputable shop rdtompki, and spend a little time talking to them(optician) and just getting a few ideas. And usually if the Doc prescribes an Add Power( Bifocal) I usually tell bikers to also get it in their sunglasses so they can still see their instruments and wheels if they have a flat...However, everyone's needs and preferences are going to be different so it's good to get a few ideas. Half the time my patients don't even know the technology that is available to them unless we spend a little time talking about it. -- It's my job to help my clients see better so if I'm not asking the right questions odds are likely that they are going to get the same lenses they have had for years just because that is all they know. Truth be told, there generally isn't one lens that will perform in all arenas... depending on what you are doing, and how you are using your eyes, there are going to be different lens options that work. I hope this helps!
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