1. What is the difference between professional cycling glasses and sunglasses
Cycling is a physical exercise, but there are often bright sun when riding outdoors. Many friends will choose to wear sunglasses to shade the sun, but in fact this practice is wrong. There is a big difference between professional cycling glasses and sunglasses:
1. Difference in function
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The main function of sunglasses is to shade and prevent ultraviolet rays; on this basis, cycling glasses also have the effect of windproof and sandproof, which can reduce the chance of conjunctivitis. Good cycling glasses can make your eyes feel the uncomfortable feeling of being blown by the wind while riding.
2. Lens difference
Sunglasses
usually use glass or resin as lenses, while cycling glasses cannot use glass lenses, which is mainly to prevent The glass lens shatters and hurts the eyes when it falls.
3. Difference in comfort level
Cycling glasses are designed in an aerodynamic arc, which can completely fit the face and increase peripheral vision And provide all-round protection for the eyes, polarized riding glasses also have anti-fog, waterproof, anti-glare and other functions; while the sunglasses themselves are not designed for riding, if you wear them at a faster speed, the comfort will be very low.
4, Color difference
The color selection of cycling glasses is particular, different colors are suitable for different scenes, for example, blue is suitable for foggy or low visibility weather, and yellow is suitable for evening; Although there are many colors of sunglasses, there is basically no special role or place to pay attention to.
The above is the difference between cycling glasses and sunglasses. Can ordinary sunglasses be used as cycling glasses?
Second, is it okay to use sunglasses for cycling glasses?
No.
Cycling glasses look similar to sunglasses, both of which can block ultraviolet rays, but the two cannot be mixed. Cycling glasses are functional glasses. Compared with ordinary sunglasses, cycling glasses have the effect of blocking ultraviolet rays. It is better, and it also has the effect of wind and sand protection that sunglasses do not have, which is more effective for eye health protection; in addition, cycling glasses are also specially designed for cycling, with a higher fit and rubber. Non-slip nose pads prevent glasses from slipping off when sweating. In terms of safety, some sunglasses use glass lenses, which may hurt human eyes if they fall.
In summary, ordinary sunglasses cannot be used as cycling glasses. If it is professional cycling, you still need to buy special cycling glasses.