Gearing up for motorcycle season?

We all know there’s that quintessential “free” feeling, coupled with feeling the wind rushing by you and the scenery a whirlwind blur as you ride by. Yet, we also know that enjoying a motorcycle means riding safely. The unthinkable can always happen, and you don’t want to see yourself down on the road after dust kicked up into your eye, obstructing your vision and causing a collision that otherwise could have been avoided. Always think about your motorcycle gear

So take a few minutes before you kick that bike into gear to adjust your motorcycle eyewear. Your glasses or goggles are securely fastened and tight enough to ensure they’ll stay on throughout your ride. Of course, you don’t want motorcycle goggles to detract from a great ride, so fortunately brands like Wiley-X Motorcycle Glasses, Bobster Motorcycle Glasses, and 7eye have put an emphasis on safety and design in their glasses’ and the way they feel when riding.

So do yourself a favor and make sure you've "tuned up" your sunglasses like you would change the oil in your bike and check tire pressure. Make sure all the screws are tightened, lenses are not scratched enough that you can't see out of them. Clean them with dish soap and hot water to get all the bug juice you had on there from the year before and wipe them off with a microfiber cloth before you jump on and ride. This will keep you safe and the peice of mind knowing you have eye protection...

Some take their vision for granted until something major happens...don't let that be you.


Ride safe everyone and enjoy the open road. I know we will!

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What's the difference between regular sunglasses and sunglasses for bikers?

There's a lot choices when it comes to sunglasses. Especially when it comes to biker sunglasses! There's the pair you wear at a sporting event or the pair you might wear on the lake on a hot summer day. These are not designed to take an impact like our sunglasses do. Yeah you can buy a pair of ten dollar cheap throw aways. But that's exactly what they are! Throw aways. They will not protect you from debris or air flow that can induce dry eye, eye fatigue and eye strain. Also, the material that most of the street syles are plastic, plastic lenses are not durable enough to withstand any kind of blunt force, ie., bugs, debris, or even flying objects. We use polycarbonate which will withstand at least 1600lbs per square inch before it will shatter. This will give you the protection you need to keep riding. Another key feature with sunglasses that are designed for bikers, most of them will have foam inserts that keep debris, bugs and air flow out. Some are removeable so that you can use them even when your not riding. BONUS! Ask yourself this question, "If something happened to my eyesight or something damaged my eyes, how would I ride again?" That should at least make you think about the eyewear you use when riding. Even if you don't buy our sunglasses, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE-DO NOT USE sunglasses that are not approved to be impact resistant. If you do, you might regret it. If you need more information please visit our FAQ page on our site. http://bikeroptix.com/faq.php or call our toll free number at 877-897-5630.www.bikeroptix.com

Best sunglasses for motorbike?

Depending on what style of motorbike you have. Most people prefer to have both clear and tinted sunglasses for riding your motorbike. We offer the most advanced technology for you motorbike enthusiast! From transitions to totally clear wrapped goggles to polarized tinted wrapped sunglasses at the BEST prices on the net!! Please visit our website for more details. www.bikeroptix.com or call 877-897-5630.

What is drivewear?

Drivewear Lenses are three lenses in one. They allow you to have polarized protection in three different conditions. For low light or cloudy days you have a green/yellow tint..It's the default color. In bright light and behind the wheel you have a copper color which inhances landscaping, signage and obstructions. In direct sunlight, you have a dark reddish brown color. This will remove glare and reflections from water, snow and ice. For more information please visit our website www.bikeroptix.com or call 877-897-5630.

Low Lighting Conditions Color: High Contrast Green/Yellow In low light/overcast conditions, Drivewear's polarized lenses are a medium yellow/green shade. The polarized lenses remove glare & maximize useful light information reaching the eye for optimum visual acuity. Drivewear lenses are not recommended for night driving.	Bright Light Behind Windshield Lens Color: Copper In bright light driving conditions Drivewear lenses become copper. The polarized lenses remove glare & control the intensity, providing good traffic signal recognition, highlighting red & green colors.	Bright Light Directly Outdoors Lens Color: Dark Reddish Brown In very bright outside conditions, Drivewear lenses darken the most. The polarized lenses remove glare and provide maximum filtration of excess light for optimum visual comfort/acuity.

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How to measure a PD (pupilar distance)

PD is the distance between the centre of one pupil to the centre of the other pupil. Prescription glasses are made so that the distance between the optical centres of the glasses' lenses, is the same as your PD. PD varies from person to person but once you are an adult, your PD does not change. Therefore, as an adult, if you have had it measured, then it will still be the same, even if your spectacle prescription has changed. Once you know your PD, you do not need to measure it every time you buy prescription glasses.

PD is measured either during the eye test or when prescription glasses are ordered. Obviously we cannot measure your PD over the internet, so it is best to make sure your PD is included in your glasses prescription.

The Diagram below represents a PD of 62mm.

If your prescription does not contain your PD:

• Ask to have it measured at an optical shop – some may charge a fee.
• Contact an optical shop where you have previously purchased prescription glasses. Your PD has been measured if you have ever had prescription glasses made up.
• Your previous optometrist may have a record of your PD.
• Alternatively, try measuring your own Pupillary Distance as explained below. (Note: Measuring your own PD may not be as accurate as having a trained person do it. If your head or the ruler moves during the measurement then the reading will be inaccurate)

The higher the lens power in the glasses prescription, the more important it is to use an accurate PD. These procedures may not work for everyone. We recommend that you obtain a professional measurement of PD whenever possible.

Measuring your own PD (Pupillary Distance):

TIP: This should be done with glasses off, if the numbers on a ruler are difficult to see, then a magnifying mirror may help.

1. Whilst looking into a mirror hold a ruler against the bridge of the nose with one hand.

2. Close your left eye, and line the '0' up with the centre of the pupil of your right eye as shown in the diagram.

3. Without moving your head or the ruler open the left eye and close the right eye. Read the number that lines up with the centre of the pupil of the left eye. This number represents your Distance PD in millimetres. You have just used this technique to measure your distance PD.

4. Repeat this whole process at least 3 times to try and get a consistent measurement in millimetres. Make sure your head and the ruler do not move after lining up the zero on the ruler until you take the reading. This procedure may be difficult if one eye has very poor vision compared to the other eye.

When you enter your Pupillary Distance (PD) details on the Stingy Specs glasses prescription form, enter the number you have just measured – this is your ‘distance PD.’ You then need to enter your ‘near PD’ which is calculated as 3mm less than the distance PD.
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e.g. Distance PD = 60
Near PD= 60 – 3 = 57

Sometimes the centre of the pupil is difficult to see. Instead of lining up the ruler with the centre of the pupil, it is more precise to use the edge of the pupil as shown at the bottom of the page; (be careful to use the inside edge of one pupil and the outside edge of the other pupil.)

Getting a Friend to Measure Your PD:

This technique uses a second person to measure your Pupillary Distance (PD).

1. Both of you should be sitting down approximately 45cm apart. The person having their PD measured keeps both eyes open. When your friend is taking the measurement, they must keep one eye closed.

2. The ruler is held against the forehead as shown above. The person having the PD measured looks into the open eye of the person taking the measurement.

The “0” is lined up with the centre of one pupil. Record the number lining up with the centre of the other pupil in millimetres. This is the measurement for the “near PD”. Neither person should move their head during this procedure. This procedure will not work if the person having their PD measured has a turned eye. You have just used this technique to measure your near PD.

When you enter your PD details on the Stingy Specs glasses prescription form, enter the number you have just measured into the “near PD” field. Enter your “distance PD” which is calculated by adding 3mm to the “near PD.” (This rule is accurate for most people).

Eg Near PD= 57
Distance PD= 57 + 3= 60

Instead of using the centre of the pupils, you can use the edge of the pupils as shown below. (be careful to use inside edge of one pupil and outside edge of the other pupil.)

Please click here for information on how to enter your PD and your spectacle prescription into the Biker Optix website when ordering glasses online.

Please note that when you measure your own PD by using these techniques you may not get the same result as an experienced professional. We recommend that you use the measurements taken by an optometrist or an optical dispenser whenever possible. This page is provided for information purposes only.