CYCLING GLASSES
Cycling Glasses for MTB and Road Riding – Fox & 100 Percent
Cycling glasses shield your eyes from sun glare, wind, dust, insects and flying grit, and they sharpen the contrast of the trail in front of you. In this category, Foxracing.si brings together sport sunglasses and interchangeable-lens eyewear for mountain biking, trail and enduro riding, gravel and road cycling, for men and women alike. Whether you ride in bright summer sun or under a forest canopy at dusk, you will find a lens that matches the light.
What you will find in this category
- Shield-style cycling glasses – a single wide lens with a large field of view and maximum coverage, popular for road, gravel and fast XC riding.
- Classic dual-lens sport glasses – a more compact frame with a secure grip, easy to stow in a jersey pocket or helmet vents.
- Models with interchangeable lenses – one frame plus several lenses (bright sun, overcast, clear) so one pair covers the whole year.
- Contrast-enhancing and mirrored lenses – they lift the definition of roots, rocks and potholes in mixed light.
- Clear and low-light lenses – for night rides, dense forest and rainy days, where you still want eye protection without losing brightness.
Browse the full selection of cycling glasses to compare frames, lens tints and fits.
How to choose cycling glasses
- Lens tint and light transmission: dark and mirrored lenses suit open, sunny terrain; amber, rose and copper tints boost contrast in mixed light; clear lenses are for dusk, night and heavy rain. Photochromic lenses adapt automatically when you ride in and out of shade.
- Coverage: the more wrap and height a lens has, the better it blocks wind, dust and roost. A tall shield lens suits a head-down road position; MTB riders often prefer coverage that still allows airflow.
- Helmet compatibility: check that the temples sit comfortably under the helmet straps and that the frame can be parked in the helmet vents when you climb.
- Fit and grip: adjustable nose pads and grippy temple tips keep the glasses in place when you sweat or hit rough ground. Low-bridge or Asian-fit options help if glasses slide down your nose.
- Ventilation and anti-fog: vents in the lens or frame and a hydrophobic or anti-fog coating are decisive on slow, steep climbs.
- UV protection and safety: look for full UV400 protection and impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses.
- Extras: a hard case, microfibre pouch, spare lenses and replacement nose pads all extend the life of your eyewear.
Brands
100 Percent is one of the best-known names in cycling eyewear, recognised for wide shield lenses, secure grip and contrast-enhancing HiPER lens technology. Fox completes the offer with sport sunglasses that match the brand's MTB helmets, jerseys and protective gear.
FAQ
What lens colour is best for mountain biking?
For forest trails with alternating sun and shade, amber, rose or copper contrast lenses work best, because they make roots and rocks stand out. Keep a dark or mirrored lens for open, sunny terrain and a clear lens for night riding.
Are photochromic cycling glasses worth it?
Yes, if you ride in changing light – long forest descents, early mornings or evening rides. One photochromic lens darkens and clears automatically, so you do not have to carry and swap spare lenses.
Cycling glasses or goggles for MTB?
Glasses are lighter, better ventilated and ideal for trail, XC, gravel and road riding. Goggles offer more coverage against mud and roost and are the usual choice for downhill and enduro racing with a full-face helmet.
How do I stop my cycling glasses fogging up?
Choose a model with lens or frame vents, avoid stopping while overheated, and never wipe the inside coating with a dry or dirty cloth. Rinse the lens with clean water and dry it with a microfibre pouch.
How do I care for the lenses?
Rinse off dust before wiping, use only a microfibre cloth, and store the glasses in their case so the coating does not get scratched.
Take a look through the category, compare the fits and lens options, and pick the pair of cycling glasses that suits your rides best.