Slightly OT: Sunglasses. M-frames vs Half Jackets

John Rogerson said:

I'm lucky enough to have come into a little bit of money to waste as I want. I'm quite happy with my bikes so no need to change them but it does mean that I can fork out for some peripheral gear that I wouldn't normally spend much money on. A pair of Oakleys is on the list.

I know the M frames are meant to be the ultimate sports sunnies but they really don't suit me. I want the changeable lens facility for different light conditions.

You can change the lenses in M frames. Oakley even makes a case for
that holds the sunglasses and an extra lens.

I've used my M's for cycling for several years now. They're simply
incredible.

Michael

I know this doesn't really answer your questions, I just wanted to put
in my .02 about Oakleys. I've had 1 pair of Frogskins, 1 pair of M
frames, and 3 pairs of Jackets that ended up with broken frames. All of
the frames were 'crystal' (translucent colour) so that may be a
contributing factor.

The story I heard (not from Oakley) was that the plastic in Oakley
frames does not stand up well to the combination of sweat and sunscreen.
All of the cracks developed in the top of the frames, just above one
of the lenses, and the frames had not been abused (sat on, stepped on,
etc.) I've since switched to Rudy Projects, and haven't had a problem
since. PLUS, if the lenses ever scratch, for any reason, Rudy will
replace them.

I'm not trying to disuade you from Oakleys, while they held together,
they were great sunglasses, just relating my experiences.

Steve

John Rogerson said:

I'm lucky enough to have come into a little bit of money to waste as I
want. I'm quite happy with my bikes so no need to change them but it
does mean that I can fork out for some peripheral gear that I wouldn't
normally spend much money on. A pair of Oakleys is on the list.

I know the M frames are meant to be the ultimate sports sunnies but they
really don't suit me. I want the changeable lens facility for different
light conditions.

How do the Half Jackets measure up for cycle use? I also do a fair bit
of running and they would be used for that as well.

Opinions appreciated.

Cheers

You can change the lenses on M frames. Do not get the type that have
folding sides like regular glasses. I was breaking one pair/year due to
lots of little cracks as described below. At first, Oakley would replace
them for free, then they started charging $15. I finally got mad at them
and sold all my lenses.

I like the M frames better than the Half Jackets because the latter have
frames that create a blind spot in my peripheral vision.

That said, I'm thinking about getting some of the non-folding Ms again. The
gray lens works really well in all light conditions.

-Dion

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Quoted message said:

I know this doesn't really answer your questions, I just wanted to put
in my .02 about Oakleys. I've had 1 pair of Frogskins, 1 pair of M
frames, and 3 pairs of Jackets that ended up with broken frames. All of
the frames were 'crystal' (translucent colour) so that may be a
contributing factor.

The story I heard (not from Oakley) was that the plastic in Oakley
frames does not stand up well to the combination of sweat and sunscreen.
All of the cracks developed in the top of the frames, just above one
of the lenses, and the frames had not been abused (sat on, stepped on,
etc.) I've since switched to Rudy Projects, and haven't had a problem
since. PLUS, if the lenses ever scratch, for any reason, Rudy will
replace them.

I'm not trying to disuade you from Oakleys, while they held together,
they were great sunglasses, just relating my experiences.

Steve

John Rogerson said:

I'm lucky enough to have come into a little bit of money to waste as I
want. I'm quite happy with my bikes so no need to change them but it
does mean that I can fork out for some peripheral gear that I wouldn't
normally spend much money on. A pair of Oakleys is on the list.

I know the M frames are meant to be the ultimate sports sunnies but they
really don't suit me. I want the changeable lens facility for different
light conditions.

How do the Half Jackets measure up for cycle use? I also do a fair bit
of running and they would be used for that as well.

Opinions appreciated.

Cheers

"Steve Niece" wrote...

Quoted message said:

I know this doesn't really answer your questions, I just wanted to put
in my .02 about Oakleys. I've had 1 pair of Frogskins, 1 pair of M
frames, and 3 pairs of Jackets that ended up with broken frames. All of
the frames were 'crystal' (translucent colour) so that may be a
contributing factor.

The story I heard (not from Oakley) was that the plastic in Oakley
frames does not stand up well to the combination of sweat and sunscreen.

I'd heard rumours about Oakleys too. HOWEVER. I have not found that to be
the case in the two or three years I've had my M-frames. In addition,
Oakley has a first-rate warranty/replacement policy. My daughter decided to
remove my M-frames for me one day, cracking the housing where the bow
(ear-piece) joins the main frame. I sent it back (got contact info here in
rbr in fact), paid a $15 handling charge, and received new(?) frame (at
least it looks and acts like new). They've been great.

JF