My eyes are pretty sensitive. I lost my eyesight near the top of Huascaran Sur more than a decade ago and they haven’t been right since.

20/20 so far but wind really gets me. Cold air is also problematic. I ride in areas with all that. I range from puffy to bright red to painful and swollen.

The air that comes in medially gets me worse. I’ve tried several models and none seem to seal it off. Pretty sure motorcycle “gasket” type glasses would be unwearable once i started trying hard. Maybe something between that and riding glasses.

So is there anything with decent medial wind protection/seal/design that probably is anti-fog (since they won’t breathe as well as regular glasses). Given the problems I’m having, I am willing to give this project a high budget (IE, whatever it takes within reason)

Dont know if you tried snowmobile goggles
they dont fog up usually
You will look a kinda silly
but if they work ?


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Wiley X Tactical. They have several models with the gasket, and it is removable. Pretty much all available in prescription.

The other option is one of those helmets with the aero face shield, like the Giro Air Attack or Smith Optic-- there are literally dozens of cheap clones on Amazon, most around $30. Reviews are favorable.

how about helmets w face/eye shields?

I'm glad you knew the name as I couldn't remember. I've been issued those glasses and they work pretty well.

I personally preferred the Oakley M frames and there is a Bolle model that I also liked. I like lots of coverage since I had PRK done to my eyes back in 2004 and my eyes can be a little sensitive at times.

Goggles work for me. Wiley X SG1.

I’ve been looking at the Wiley X site for a minute now. Seems like i can get a lot of the models with an optional foam gasket for $16. They seem to be well built.

I’ve also been looking at the Ryders glasses. I can get the Face with a removable gasket too. The face can come with cycling oriented polarized lenses and built in (permanent?) anti fog.

They both sound like almost exactly what I need. Without a store to try either, choice has left me in a dilemma.

Try goggles with pinlock, they won't fog. Subzero makes a pair. Motocross goggles are made with anti-fog lenses as well, but pinlock is the best, they make mainly shields for motorcycle helmets though.

SG1 and I have been through many a haboob during deployments. I use the strap to ensure a snug fit to cover my eyes. I didn't need any optional foam gaskets.

Is that 20/20 corrected, or 20/20 uncorrected?

You may find different summer/winter riding needs. Hot, Cold, Wet, Dry, BRIGHT.

I'm not convinced that one ordinarily needs 100% protection. So, perhaps say 90% protection.

I've come to like safety glasses (prescription). Because my vision is reasonably good (better with correction), I very much dislike side-shields which distort the peripheral vision.

However, for non-prescription, there are quality wrap-around safety glasses.

Also go to an eye center and look at sports sunglasses. Cycling sunglasses? They should have good wrap-around protection, good visibility, and good sun protection.

Wrap around safety glasses, like for running power tools and lawnmowers?

A pair of $20 wrap-arounds won't work?

Wiley X with the removable gasket and the leash cord to keep things tight

I make use of these for most of my cycling and non cycling glasses needs. Go to a Power Equipment Dealer (like the kind that services landscapers / contractors)

You can find Z87 -rated 'sunglasses' styled glasses and goggles in lots of different frame and lens configuration. They all have to meet impact and side protection standards, so they often fit closer and cover more than regular glasses. I've found that decent ones run $20~$25 /pair.
That also lets you get a couple of different tints for changing conditions without breaking the bank.

Downside,is that to get the impact resistance, the lenses are often a little on the 'soft' side, and the mirror finished lenses are more prone to scratching than something ultra-hard like an Oakley.

Thanks guys. Lots of ideas here.

90 percent of my problems are from the air that comes in near the nosepiece. I’m wondering if I can create a mini seal there with some foam and contact cement.

RE the safety glasses. I have worked construction and settled in as an OR nurse. I wear safety glasses basically all the time, across several brands. They’re well built and do a lot but simply aren’t going to keep the wind out on a gusty descent. That Peru incident at 22k’ did odd things to my eyes. I could ride all day with nothing if it wasn’t too bright prior to that.

Bolle SHIFTER sunglasses have a larger lens with anti-fog treatment. They are by no means wind-stopping, but they do offer good wind protection and won't fog up.

I ordered Ryders Trappers with VeloPolar. They might actually create a venturi effect on the eyeballs. The result is basically agony for someone with sensitive eyes. I'm in the process of sending them back (note, buy them from Amazon, not the company directly to save the return hassle).

Those Shifters look great. The two places I have trouble are at the nose piece and the top edge. This is where most air comes in. How are they in those directions?

(I wear contact lenses and am somewhat sensitive to airflow into my sunglasses.)

Top edge of Bolle SHIFTER is very good because of the overall height and that glasses wrap around well. Nosepiece area is above average, but by no means leak-proof. The nosepiece isn't adjustable, so you can neither raise or lower the stance, which you might need to find a sweet spot, however, it is a looped piece of rubber with tall-ish pads that I think help disrupt airflow; there's definitely not a sense of wind blowing through.

Sweet, I'm nearly sold. Do they come with zinc and a volleyball?

Wear your glasses over the top of swimming goggles.

Go for the classic look:

Ha! No zinc and a volleyball, but you do get style points.

I did a review on the SHIFTER glasses, which is why I know a lot about them and recommend them. Bolle SHIFTER review here. I can't say whether they'll be your solution, but indications are strong. Look for a local bike shop that stocks them to try them on before buying, or buy from somewhere that will let you return or exchange if they end up not being what works for you.