Hey all.
If my nephew ever gets his act together, I will have a gift certificate (Christmas present ) to spend at my LBS.
I've been Jonesing for a good pair of sunglasses, so I thought I'd splurge on a pair of Oakleys. My dream glasses would have photochromatic lenses (change with variable light), protect my eyes from cold, blowing wind, allow me to see on bright road rides, as well as alternating shadow/bright of mtb rides, and - most importantly - not fog in cold or steamy weather. Something I can wear during dark commutes as well as on 5 hour centuries in full sun (okay...I may be asking a bit much there).
Oh...and I wouldn't look like a dork while wearing them.
A few women I know wear Oakly Half Jackets and think they are just the greatest. Honestly, tho', I think the lenses are a bit too small for my fat face. The Flak Jackets seem to be more sized for my face. At some stores today, I also tried the Radar Paths and the M-Frames. The M-frames are very customizable - with various lenses (well, I think they all have that), as well as vented lenses. DH thinks I should go with the Radars or the M-frames with 2 extra lenses. Only the Half and Flak Jackets come with the Transition (photochromatic) lenses. I think the M's and the Radars might be TOO big for me (the women's frames I tried all felt like the ear pieces were too short for me). I can fit my finger b/t the side piece and my cheek on both, yet the Flak Jackets fit pretty snugly. But I'm worried that the Flaks won't protect my eyes. But...Why would they be popular with cyclists if they didn't ...right?
So... Long winded way of asking....
What is the most important things to look for in a pair of glasses? Since I likely won't be able to take a pair out for a ride (well, maybe my LBS would)...how would I know if a pair really fit me and did the job? I have so many sunglasses for riding...and all of them are junk. How much eye coverage versus sweep around the face should I really be looking for? Is there really any one "do it all" pair of sunglasses out there?
Thoughts?
Thanks!