Are Curved Wraparound Glasses Better?

[TomBrooklyn]

Are curved wraparound glasses better than plain flat ones?

 

[buckybux]

Absolutely! They keep the reflected back rays from the eyes, and they do a much better job of wind protection because of the increased coverage. I have had both, and will not go back to the flat. But...if your defination of better is fashionable, then that is another matter.

 

[benkoostra]

Yep, they are. They keep the wind from coming around the sides into your eyes. It's as simple as that. Makes downhills much more comfortable.

 

[AngryPenguin]

Yes definately better, I always used to get flies going round the sided of my flat ones. At 20 quid the DHB ones from wiggle are some of the best I have had.

 

[smithsr]

If you have birds that attack riders (eg in AUS we have magpies, some goes for your eyes). Wearing wrap arounds can prevent them causing eye injury.

 

[RedRider2009]

The plus side to wrap around glasses is that it reduces the amount of mosquitos and gnats and **** that can get in your eye. The downside is if one manages to get between the glasses and your face they dont get out until you let them out. I still prefer using wraparound glasses for more comfort and interchangable lenses are available.

 

[PeterF]

Absolutely! They keep the reflected back rays from the eyes, and they do a much better job of wind protection because of the increased coverage. I have had both, and will not go back to the flat. But...if your defination of better is fashionable, then that is another matter.

+1. I find they are much better for me.