Understand lens shapes
- Cylindrical: Curve horizontally, but are flat vertically. More affordable, but can cause more glare and slightly limit peripheral vision.
- Spherical: Curve horizontally and vertically for better peripheral vision, less distortion and less glare. Cost more than cylindrical lenses.
- Toric: Curve in both directions, but with a subtler vertical curve. They offer improved optical clarity and reduced distortion—at a higher price point.
Light transmission (VLT)
VLT is the percentage of light that passes through the lens to reach your eyes
- Bright conditions: Look for less than 25%
- Partly cloudy: Aim for between 25%-50%
- Overcast, stormy or low-light: Look for 50% or higher
- Night riding: Use clear goggles or 80%-100%
Other features:
- Low bridge fit: Ideal for those with higher cheekbones or lower nose bridges
- Interchangeable lenses for easy swaps
- Photochromic lenses adjust to changing light
- Extra lens included: Two lenses for different light conditions
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