My cycling glasses steam up when I stop at the lights

[gregsid]

I've been cycling since March and I've been using my Bolle (crystal clear) cycling glasses. But now it's warmed up, I'm finding they fog up quickly when I stop at the lights.

Firstly, these were cheap, at just over £5 but I was wondering if a more expensive pair would make any difference? What would you recommend?

Greg

PS. The glasses I have are here:

 

[slowmotion]

If your glasses are in danger of steaming up, no court in the land will convict you of RLJing.....

 

[Tyres23]

Not sure if it was sales talk but my lbs sold me some better quality they did have the cheaper ones bit said they may have the same problem you are having

Up to now with mine no such problem even in the heat wave last week also bought photo cromatic lenses can highly recommend these!!!

 

[HLaB]

Firstly, these were cheap


PS. The glasses I have are here:

You've answered your own question, more expensive pairs are usually better ventilated. My cheap ALDI pairs steam up often, my slightly more expensive PBK (15 or £20 in a sale) & TdF Branded (£30) pairs hardly ever steam up and my most expensive Rudy pair retail at £60 (although I got them for 0p ) never steam up .

 

[rowan 46]

I have to say I would be very surprised if bolle glasses could be got new for £5 my guess is they are copies and a more expensive pair may be better. I may however be wrong about them being copies but unless you like the shape very much get some more expensive ones. there are anti fog solutions for glasses but I confess I have no experience of them and don't know which is best.

 

[Ibbots]

My pairs of Oakleys steam up when I stop - even with vented lenses. More to do with my sweaty, red face than quality/cost of the glasses I suspect

 

[terry_gardener]

I've been cycling since March and I've been using my Bolle (crystal clear) cycling glasses. But now it's warmed up, I'm finding they fog up quickly when I stop at the lights.

Firstly, these were cheap, at just over £5 but I was wondering if a more expensive pair would make any difference? What would you recommend?

Greg

PS. The glasses I have are here:

after reading the description of the glasses from your link the anti-fog coating doesn't work very well then do they. i don't know if more expensive pairs experience this problems as i where prescription glasses

 

[slowmotion]

I've got a pair of Bolle Contour glasses. Even though I tend to sweat when it gets hot, I've never had any problem with them steaming up. Here they are...

http://www.thesafetysupplycompany.c...bre-Bag---EN-EN-and-EN-F-CE---BO-CONTPSF.html

 

[ian turner]

Well there are anti fog sprays but one positive review of the Muc-off spray proclaimed

the last application lasted nearly two weeks!

so I'd say spend £20 on a better pair of glasses instead.

 

[Flying Dodo]

The trick is to remember as you approach lights, to slide them down your nose. That way they don't steam up. Then, as you pedal off, you can wiggle your nose or use a hand, to push them back into place.

 

[Dayvo]

The trick is to remember as you approach lights, to slide them down your nose. That way they don't steam up. Then, as you pedal off, you can wiggle your nose or use a hand, to push them back into place.

Exactamundo!

When in movement, the wind against your face will cool them and not allow them to steam up. When stationary, just move them down your nose a bit allowing an air flow. No need for expensive specs.

 

[gregsid]

You've answered your own question, more expensive pairs are usually better ventilated.

Not sure I answered my own question. I asked for recommendations (of which I assumed would be more than the humble £5 I paid). However, you have recommended some brands and that's very helpful - thank you :-)

 

[Dayvo]

I regularly buy safety sunglasses.

http://www.i-sunglasses.com/Safety+Eyewear/Safety+Glasses.htm

 

[Dayvo]

and these: http://www.i-sunglasses.com/Sports+Eyewear/Cycling.htm

 

[RoyPSB]

My pairs of Oakleys steam up when I stop - even with vented lenses. More to do with my sweaty, red face than quality/cost of the glasses I suspect

As do my Oakley Jawbones (not vented). It's not an issue as they pretty much clear straight away, certainly before I set off again.

In all other aspects, they are fantastic glasses (although my Wife says they look ridiculous).