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Just got soft contacts....

Anyone have any advice to offer on what kinds of shades work best with
this in mind?  Do your eyes dry out quickly and uncomfortably riding
without any shades at all?

Any advice appreciated.

TIA

Mark

I ride with Smith Moab sunglasses, and have no problems with my contacts
drying out.   I have also used Oakley M frames, but had a problem with the
frames breaking.   I have had no such problem with the Smiths.  
        My brother refuses to spend much for sunglasses, and buys
wrap-around models at K-Mart or stores like that, and he also has no
problems.  
        I would recommend bringing re-wetting solution with you on rides,
just in case, it is better to be safe than sorry.
        French

I wear Boston II rigid semipermeable contacts.

I have ridden with all sorts of sunglasses, from Smith Moabs (which have
had trouble with the frame cracking above the nosepiece; this is the
original Smith Moab and not the Moab H/P) to casual Brikos (not the fancy
bug-eyed ones but a casual street-wear style) to cheapo 1950's style
glasses.  

They all work with my contacts just fine.  I've also done limited riding
without shades, e.g. at night, with some fear and trepidation but no
problems.

Mainly, stay WELL hydrated and make sure to blink a lot to keep them
lubricated.  I carry rewetting solution on all rides "just in case."

Tim

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if your cup is full, may it be again.

-Robert Hunter

I tried contacts, and had a terrible time.  Just enough dust, dirt, bugs.
Shades didn't help.  I did fine with the contacts with everything except
biking.   Dry, dry, dry.  Went back to glasses.   If you find a successful
way to do all this with contacts, you ought to post it back in.   Jerry
Drayer

I also wear soft lenses and would not think of riding without sunglasses.
Tried to do it once and had  a crummy ride! any set of glasses will do
provided they offer protection from flying objects!
      good riding
            db

Some glasses are better than others for keeping the stuff/wind out of
your eyes (cycling specific glasses).  I use Rudy Projects and Briko.
I've collected three I like and use.  One dark lense, one light orange
lense, and one clear lense.

I also take a very small tiny bottle of drops on all rides.

If there is a lot of wind, the contacts may dry out. The larger
problem, though, is that dust, grit, bugs, etc. will fly in.
I nearly always wear shades to protect both my eyes and my
(soft) contacts.  At least there is no need to buy prescription
shades!

P.S.  My soft contacts are also great for swimming (I wear
goggles and now can SEE under the water).
--
"Biker Chick"

Hi:
I've worn contact lenses of all kinds for over thirty years and have
always ridden with them. I do most of my heavy riding (for the past
couple of years) after the first half hour of Jay Leno so I don't wear
sun glasses or any goggles of any kind. I find that the wind in my face
makes my eyes water somewhat rather than dry out. By the way, I live in
Los Angeles. I average a ten mile circuit here in my neighborhood in
eigh*** minutes on a mountain bike.
During daytime rides, I always wear sunglasses as anyone with contacts
should, I wear Ray Ban aviator style.
Hope this helps.
JIM.
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Yes, my eyes still do dry out, and I've lost countless lenses that way.  It
depends on the dryness of the air, personal state of hydration, and speed.
Sweat is a lens killer also, especially if laden with sunscreen.
Disposable lenses are good for cyclists and other active folks.
Contamination or loss is inevitable, and it's nice to always have a fresh
pair ready to go.  Old lenses dry out and creep around more easily.  This
can be scary on a rocky trail, or in traffic.  It's why contacts are
usually banned in auto racing.  

Riding without eye protection is a bad idea.  I only do it for short
stretches in low light.  I've had the unpleasant experience of having a
lens dry on my eye, and needing a doctor to remove it.  No mountain biker
should ride without glasses.  Especially in low light, it's impossible to
see every thin strand of brush protruding into your path.  The results
could be disasterous.

In my opinion, the far better peripheral vision, better depth perception,
and the fact that they don't slide down your nose, make contact lenses well
worth the expense and occasional hassle.

Matt O.  

My 2 cents

Mike

Speaking of clear shields to be worn with contact lenses, does
anyone know of a cheap version of same that will fit a smaller
face.  I have a pair ordered from Nashbar but they are so
ridiculously big I can't use them.  Having clear glasses is
very useful, however, for rain or otherwise sunless riding.
--
"Biker Chick"

Rob.

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I just bought a pair of Performance Radial sunglasses from Performance (
http://SportToday.org/$WebCat.exe/newcar...
ate=AutoDemo\index2.html ).  I really like them.  

They're big enough that they keep the wind/dust out of my eyes/contacts and
they do not interfere with my vision like some smaller designs.  Remember
that you're looking up, in effect, when you're riding so the frame design
is critical.  In addition, these glasses have a *** nose piece which
prevents slippage and adjustable/interchangeable temples that insure a
proper fit.  There's also a nice case.  You can also buy additional lenses.
 I got them on sale for only $14.99 a few weeks ago, but expect to pay
$29.99.  It's the best money I spent on cycling this year.

I believe that small glasses do little to keep out crud.  It's almost as
though the wind curls around the backside of them, depositing dust into my
eyes.

But definately wear eye protection!

Of course, if you are tired of contacts you can try PRK.
Worked for me. But still wear eye protection.

-Mikey

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