[HondaGalToo]

Yup, that's how we got to be "old motorcyclists", It's a sport to enjoy for a lifetime if you're smart about it.

[slickwill]

It's kind of like the saying that some guys that I fly with say: "There are old pilots, and there are bold pilots, but there are no old bold pilots."

[Maxsurgeon15]

Well I understand that haha

[bettingpython]

You know what looks really really really cool?????

http://www.shoei-helmets.com/product..._tc5_right.jpg

Slap a dark smoke or iridium shield on there for the daytime

Now that's Badass

And take your pic of brands man shsrk has some awesome helmets so does suomy and arai. why spend 250 on shades when you can spend 350 to 500 and get fantatstic protection and kickass looks all in one package.

[Maxsurgeon15]

That does look pretty mean!

[MCR001]

I cant believe Im reading this type of nonsense, I have included a link of a very recent subject regarding protective gear....of which Im certain everyone has seen a bit about already.

Hot model rides a motorcycle..........and she crashes too (PICS) **WARNING** - General - The Lounge » - Nike Talk - Message Board - Yuku

I personally have been hit by a beetle of all things at over 160 - it smashed the visor. Buddy learn from others misstakes not your own.

[Maxsurgeon15]

WOW! I was thinking that didn't look to bad until I seen half of her foot missing! Jesus!

[blue1000rr]

look at spy, utopia, and vonzipper

[Maxsurgeon15]

I will do that!

[slickwill]

So now that we have determined that the sunglasses aren't for the bike I'll say that I'm on my third pair of Smith Sequel's. They fit my face perfectly and stick without "sticking." I can play ultimate frisbee and be dripping sweat and they don't go anywhere. They come with three sets of lenses (mirrored smoke, rose, and yellow) for about $100. I use them for everything from skiing, shooting, driving, whatever. I can say with all honesty that I have never once worn them on the bike though. However, if they don't fit your face perfectly then you won't be as happy. Try on plenty of them and find something that fits. I'd still recommend Smith, mostly because they are based in my home state of Idaho. I also have three sets of Smith ski goggles, I've had one them for about 13 years now and they are still going strong.

[Maxsurgeon15]

I'm going to check out the smith site then and look through them. I wouldn't mind spending a lot less money on some smiths! Oakley's are a little overpriced

[Maxsurgeon15]

I can't find the sequels! A lot of them look nice though

[slickwill]

Wow, I'm bummed, they've changed the entire line-up since the last time I looked. I'm sure they are still great but I guess I'd better not let anything happen to this pair. "Technically" mine are the Smith Sequel II Sliders, crystal fuel color. The "slider" in the name is to designate the fact that the lenses are swappable. From looking at the new ones mine look a lot like the Interlock 01 except the temples on the frame are thinner like the Toasters.

Edit: The more I look at them mine are much more like the Toasters than the Interlock 01. At least they still have replacement lenses available for mine. Since the person who stole mine didn't get the replacement lenses I actually have five sets of lenses for mine.

[Maxsurgeon15]

They look pretty nice, I'm more looking for an M-frame look. The Radars were the ones I picked out from oakley. What do you think about those?

[slickwill]

The Smith Factor Max, Theory, Reactor Max and VT-1 are more like the Radars if that's more what you are looking for. The Radar's you only get one set of lenses and if you want something different you have to spend another $155 dollars for a second set. Any of the Smith ones that I mentioned you get extra sets of lenses and you can order more from about 15 different choices in every color combo, mirror combo, polarized, non-polarized, etc. I love the fact that I only have to carry the one set of glasses but I'm ready for just about everything.

Edit: I just counted and for the Factor Max for example they have 18 different lens choices and 17 of them are in stock. All of the non-polarized are $20 each and the polarized are $60 each. That's all in addition to the three/four sets that come with them anyway.

[slickwill]

These would match my bike and my leathers.

[Maxsurgeon15]

Originally Posted by slickwill

These would match my bike and my leathers.

Ooo I like those! I must have looked over those when I was searching.

[slickwill]

Those are the VTI's, they come with three lenses and then they have about four other choices available.

[Maxsurgeon15]

I think I mite just buy those, the ones you showed me are the exact color scheme I am looking for to!

[slickwill]

This is where I get all of my outdoor gear. Also based near me.

Smith V Ti InterchangeableSunglasses - Platinum Lens - Free Shipping! from Backcountryoutlet.com

They have them for $101 but only in red or blue, not the red and white.

I probably have averaged $1000 a year in outdoor gear from them over the last couple years and have 0 complaints. I've even had to return stuff and it was taken no questions asked. My reason was "I didn't like it."

Here are the exact pair on eBay for $89, NIB with the polarized lenses. Smith V-TI Interchangeable Polarized Sunglasses $180 - eBay (item 200217896221 end time Apr-27-08 17:50:01 PDT)

[Maxsurgeon15]

Very nice, now I have to make a call to mommy... Haha

[blue1000rr]

look hard at the spy and utopia before you make a final decision. i've owned 5 or 6 pairs of spy's and 1 of utopia which i have right now. they are a lot less expensive then oakley and i think youll find a frame that you like

[Maxsurgeon15]

I like the HS and the diablo from spy

[HondaGalToo]

I have a pair of Bolle sunglasses that stayed put when skiing. The lenses are interchangeable, too. Other than that, I do like my Oakley Juliets, but yeah, they are pricey. I have a less expensive pair of Minutes, too. I do like Oakley's customer service. The side piece on my Minutes broke (out of warranty) and they replaced it for 25 bucks. That sure beat having to buy a new pair. They turned them around quickly, too.

[bettingpython]

I have a pair of Juliets I bought 3 years ago, need to get the lenses replaced now but thats to be expected. My only issue is the don't fit under my helmet.

I hate toting a clear screen along in case I am out after dark. I prefer sunglasses under my helmet personally. Might have to give a pair of those smiths a try. Saw a blue pair on fleabay for $69

[slickwill]

I forgot that my dirt bike goggles are also Smith.

[Maxsurgeon15]

Yeah the oakleys are nice but my only concern is that Ill ride with them for awhile (with the visor off) and the bugs will scratch up the lens, its 60 dollars for a new lens.

[Fassst51]

Originally Posted by Red Rider

Famous last words...

Seriously, stuff happens at the most least-likely times.
I always wear a helmet, and Oakley sunglasses..