Shades - Gear - Runner's World

Ian

20/05/2010 at 15:49

I really want a pair of shades to keep the flies out of my eyes on summer runs. I guess wrap around ones are a good idea. Does anyone have any suggestions for good shades that wont break the bank, don't bounce on your nose and keep out those pesky flies?

Edited: 20/05/2010 at 15:50

Ian M

20/05/2010 at 16:17

How about a pair of bolle saftey specs?
http://www.safetydirect.co.uk/shop/eye-protection/safety-specs-and-eyewear/

Cheap, light, and you won't cry when you step on them

FerrousFerret

20/05/2010 at 16:29

I use a previous version of these:-

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/dhb_Pro_Triple_Lens_Sunglasses/5360036778/

James Joy

23/05/2010 at 07:52

I got a really good pair of Kuota ones from eBay. Great fit, don't bounce and don't steam up. At around and at around £25 great value. I lost one of the rubber sleeves for the arms and emailed them and they sent me a replacement so service is amazing for a cheap pair of glasses.

Just upgraded to a pair of Julbo Trail but they where expensive but worth every penny.

HUFF&PUFF

23/05/2010 at 22:06

I've used Sunwise for the last couple of years and to be honest can't really fault them, normally between £20-£35 quid which cannot be bad value especially as they come with several different lenses, many running shops sell them, I got mine from Sweatshop which has branches all over the place...

H&P

Mr. Majestic

23/05/2010 at 23:20

Another vote for Sunwise - do the job great for around £20...

Muttley

24/05/2010 at 09:43

And another vote for Sunwise. Cost about £25 from the local Sweatshop. Don't even know I'm wearing them.

Ian

24/05/2010 at 11:33

Thanks playmates. That's great. I'll try the sunwise. At that price who can complain?

Squeakz

27/05/2010 at 17:30

Im a big fan of oakley flak jackets, ive got a carbon fibre pair with polarized lenses from the okley custom range which is a little bit more costly than standard glasses but the quality is great. Very pleased

http://uk.oakley.com/custom

Edited: 27/05/2010 at 17:31

Running Kev

28/05/2010 at 20:36

There is a review of shades in this month's RW.

Matt Connor

29/05/2010 at 20:52

I picked up a pair of wraparound shades from a local Sainsbury's last summer for around £15 and they've done the job more than adequately. As long as they have UV protection I'm not really bothered what make they are, as long as they're a decent fit and stay in place while I'm running.

We'd love you to add a comment! Please login or take half a minute to register as a free member