Oakley Prescription Sunglasses for cycling
Glasses for cycling have to meet the needs of the cyclist, wind projection, debris protection, comfortable, secure fit (without causing discomfort over prolonged periods), stable and clear vision, narrow sides for compatibility with cycling helmets and protection against the sunlight.
Oakley Sport Performance range is aimed at cyclists, with no metal being incorporated and polycarbonate lenses for safety.
All the sports performance range is available with Oakley prescription lenses, here is a list of the frames in the range:
Oakley Flak Jacket and Flak Jacket XLJ
Ideal if you prefer your lower vision undisturbed, with its frame only going across the top of the lenses. Most popular version for cycling is the Flak Jacket XLJ which has a deeper lens shape than the standard flak jacket for greater wind and sunlight protection.
Oakley Fast Jacket (Quick interchange lens system)
The Fast Jacket is a new version of the Flak Jacket, with a quick interchange lens system that puts no extra pressure on the lens or the frame, regardless of how many times you change the lenses. I would recommend this style if you want to interchange the lenses, however if you like the style but have no intentions of getting spare Rx lenses buy the Flak Jacket, it looks almost the same and is considerably cheaper.
Oakley Jawbone (Quick interchange lens system)
This is Oakley's biggest player, complete eye socket coverage for maximum protection. Many professionals in the world of cycling favour this style, with vented lenses now available in prescription as well as non prescription. This frame is a dream if you are wishing to buy more than one set of lenses and interchange them.
Oakley Split Jacket (Quick interchange lens system)
This is a smaller, less aggressive looking version of the Jawbone, but with the same quick interchange lens system. Great if you want to wear your Oakley prescription sunglasses for cycling, driving and holidays etc.
Oakley Radar
The ultimate in protection, one piece lens covers your entire vision providing an exceptional cycling experience. Main disadvantage, frame style makes the sunglasses only look good on your bike, not a sunglasses to purchase for cycling and everyday use. In prescription the lenses are inserted into the shield making them not cosmetically pleasing, however if you're only purchasing for your biking this frame will provide the widest field of view. So if you are purchasing for cycling only and already have your Ray Ban aviators for holidays then this model is worth look at.
What colour tint do you need in your Oakley Sunglasses?
There are two main types to look at:
Oakley lenses with brown/red based lenses.
Oakley VR28
Description: Ideal for flat to medium light. Filters blue light to increase contrast and
improves depth perception in varying light conditions.
Prescription available: Yes
Light Transmission: 28%
Oakley VR28 Polarised
Description: Sports performance lens ideal for medium to bright light. Polarisation
virtually reduces glare, whilst blue light filter enhances vision and
improves depth perception.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 16%
Oakley VR28 Black Iridium
Description: Ideal for bright light. Filters blue light to increase contrast and
Improve depth perception in varying light conditions. Iridium coating
helps reduce glare.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 14%
Oakley Bronze
Description: Ideal for medium to bright light. Excellent all purpose lens that
enhances contrast for sunny conditions.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 22%
Oakley Bronze polarised
Description: Ideal in medium to bright light. Good all rounder and polarisation
eliminates glare, whilst enhancing contrast and depth perception.
Prescription Available: Yes
Light transmission 18%
Oakley Gold Iridium
Description: Ideal for extremely bright conditions. All purpose contrast enhancing
lens with the Iridium coating reducing glare.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 12%
Oakley Gold Iridium polarised
Description: Ideal for extremely bright conditions. All purpose contrast enhancing
lens. Polarisation and Iridium coating virtually eliminate glare and
increase contrast and depth perception.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 9%
Oakley Transition lenses
Oakley Grey and Brown
Description: Neutral filter activated by UV rays. Good for flat to medium light
conditions. The lens gradually fades rather than immediately fading,
not making it an ideal choice for sudden changes of lighting. Good
choice if early morning and evening conditions are required as well as
brighter day time conditions.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: Grey 93%-16% Brown 93-16%
Oakley Emerald Iridium
Description: Neutral filter activated by UV rays. Good for medium light conditions.
The lens gradually fades rather than immediately fading, not making
it an ideal choice for sudden changes of lighting. Good choice if a little
more protection from bright light is required, not as good for low light.
Grey transition with iridium coating to enhance contrast.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 70%-12%
Oakley Gold Iridium
Description: Neutral filter activated by UV rays. Good for medium to bright light
Conditions. The lens gradually fades rather than immediately fading,
not making it an ideal choice for sudden changes of lighting.
Good choice if a little more protection from bright light is required.
not as good for low light. Brown transition with iridium coating to
increase contrast.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 60%-13%
Oakley Black Iridium
Description: Neutral filter activated by UV rays. Good for medium to bright light
conditions. The lens gradually fades rather than immediately fading,
not making it an ideal choice for sudden changes of lighting.
good choice if a little more protection from bright light is required.
not as good for low light. Grey transition with iridium coating to
increase contrast.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 51%-15%
These are some of the options available in Oakley prescription lenses, there are other options available, for your individual needs, speak to a qualified Oakley prescription dealer.
Oakley Sport Performance range is aimed at cyclists, with no metal being incorporated and polycarbonate lenses for safety.
All the sports performance range is available with Oakley prescription lenses, here is a list of the frames in the range:
Oakley Flak Jacket and Flak Jacket XLJ
Ideal if you prefer your lower vision undisturbed, with its frame only going across the top of the lenses. Most popular version for cycling is the Flak Jacket XLJ which has a deeper lens shape than the standard flak jacket for greater wind and sunlight protection.
Oakley Fast Jacket (Quick interchange lens system)
The Fast Jacket is a new version of the Flak Jacket, with a quick interchange lens system that puts no extra pressure on the lens or the frame, regardless of how many times you change the lenses. I would recommend this style if you want to interchange the lenses, however if you like the style but have no intentions of getting spare Rx lenses buy the Flak Jacket, it looks almost the same and is considerably cheaper.
Oakley Jawbone (Quick interchange lens system)
This is Oakley's biggest player, complete eye socket coverage for maximum protection. Many professionals in the world of cycling favour this style, with vented lenses now available in prescription as well as non prescription. This frame is a dream if you are wishing to buy more than one set of lenses and interchange them.
Oakley Split Jacket (Quick interchange lens system)
This is a smaller, less aggressive looking version of the Jawbone, but with the same quick interchange lens system. Great if you want to wear your Oakley prescription sunglasses for cycling, driving and holidays etc.
Oakley Radar
The ultimate in protection, one piece lens covers your entire vision providing an exceptional cycling experience. Main disadvantage, frame style makes the sunglasses only look good on your bike, not a sunglasses to purchase for cycling and everyday use. In prescription the lenses are inserted into the shield making them not cosmetically pleasing, however if you're only purchasing for your biking this frame will provide the widest field of view. So if you are purchasing for cycling only and already have your Ray Ban aviators for holidays then this model is worth look at.
What colour tint do you need in your Oakley Sunglasses?
There are two main types to look at:
- Brown/Red based lenses – these tints give you higher contrast in low light conditions.
- Transition lenses – activated by UV, going light and dark, giving all round performance.
Oakley lenses with brown/red based lenses.
Oakley VR28
Description: Ideal for flat to medium light. Filters blue light to increase contrast and
improves depth perception in varying light conditions.
Prescription available: Yes
Light Transmission: 28%
Oakley VR28 Polarised
Description: Sports performance lens ideal for medium to bright light. Polarisation
virtually reduces glare, whilst blue light filter enhances vision and
improves depth perception.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 16%
Oakley VR28 Black Iridium
Description: Ideal for bright light. Filters blue light to increase contrast and
Improve depth perception in varying light conditions. Iridium coating
helps reduce glare.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 14%
Oakley Bronze
Description: Ideal for medium to bright light. Excellent all purpose lens that
enhances contrast for sunny conditions.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 22%
Oakley Bronze polarised
Description: Ideal in medium to bright light. Good all rounder and polarisation
eliminates glare, whilst enhancing contrast and depth perception.
Prescription Available: Yes
Light transmission 18%
Oakley Gold Iridium
Description: Ideal for extremely bright conditions. All purpose contrast enhancing
lens with the Iridium coating reducing glare.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 12%
Oakley Gold Iridium polarised
Description: Ideal for extremely bright conditions. All purpose contrast enhancing
lens. Polarisation and Iridium coating virtually eliminate glare and
increase contrast and depth perception.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 9%
Oakley Transition lenses
Oakley Grey and Brown
Description: Neutral filter activated by UV rays. Good for flat to medium light
conditions. The lens gradually fades rather than immediately fading,
not making it an ideal choice for sudden changes of lighting. Good
choice if early morning and evening conditions are required as well as
brighter day time conditions.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: Grey 93%-16% Brown 93-16%
Oakley Emerald Iridium
Description: Neutral filter activated by UV rays. Good for medium light conditions.
The lens gradually fades rather than immediately fading, not making
it an ideal choice for sudden changes of lighting. Good choice if a little
more protection from bright light is required, not as good for low light.
Grey transition with iridium coating to enhance contrast.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 70%-12%
Oakley Gold Iridium
Description: Neutral filter activated by UV rays. Good for medium to bright light
Conditions. The lens gradually fades rather than immediately fading,
not making it an ideal choice for sudden changes of lighting.
Good choice if a little more protection from bright light is required.
not as good for low light. Brown transition with iridium coating to
increase contrast.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 60%-13%
Oakley Black Iridium
Description: Neutral filter activated by UV rays. Good for medium to bright light
conditions. The lens gradually fades rather than immediately fading,
not making it an ideal choice for sudden changes of lighting.
good choice if a little more protection from bright light is required.
not as good for low light. Grey transition with iridium coating to
increase contrast.
Prescription available: Yes
Light transmission: 51%-15%
These are some of the options available in Oakley prescription lenses, there are other options available, for your individual needs, speak to a qualified Oakley prescription dealer.
