What are photochromic cycling glasses?
Light-adjusting sunglasses are also referred to as photochromic cycling glasses which means they have lenses that automatically become dark in bright sunshine and clear in dark surroundings. This renders them perfect in cycling since one pair can be used at dawn until dusk in shaded forest and in open streets.
How fast do photochromic cycling glasses adapt to light changes?
The photochromic lenses are of the ACCEBIKE kind that darkens in 30-60 seconds when in the sunlight and lightens in 2-5 minutes when in the shade. The speed of transition is temperature-dependent—higher temperature lenses respond more quickly.
Will there be photochromic glasses dark enough to be used on sunny days?
Yes, our photochromic cycling sunglasses go to category 2-3 levels of tint (or dark) which is the same as regular sun glasses and offers great protection in the bright sun and still allows the user to see the road and road signs.
Are photochromic cycling glasses usable during the night?
It depends on the base tint. Certain photochromic lenses have a clear remarkable base and may be used during the low-light environment. Nevertheless, to do serious night ride, clear lenses without photochromic coating will be more effective.
What is the life of photochromic lenses?
Photochromic lenses when taken care of have a lifetime of 2-3 years of regular use. Extreme heat should be avoided and a protective case is recommended to ensure that the lenses last long.
Are photochromic glasses protective in the UV when clear?
Yes, photochromic biking glasses ACCEBIKE have UV400 coating that prevents 100 percent of the UVA and UVB rays even when the lens was in clear state or darkening state. The level of UV protection is fixed and does not depend on the level of tint.
Are photochromic lenses suitable in mountain biking (MTB)?
Yes they are good to mountain biking. The riders of MTBs are constantly shuttling between sunlit and shaded spots with trees. Photochromic lenses respond to these sudden variations so that you always have optimum vision to see the impediments such as roots and rocks.
Are these glasses UV400 protective?
Absolutely. Every Accebike photochromic glasses has full UV400 protection, which protects your eyes a hundred percent of destructive UVA and UVB rays on extended rides.
Do photochromic glasses fit my e-bike?
Yes, our photochromic sunglasses are ideal in e-bikes riders. They offer the same adaptive vision, UV protection, and wind-block protection features, and will ensure comfort and safety at increased e-bike speeds.