Price:<\/strong> \u00a3195 \/ $234 \/ \u20ac207 as tested<\/li>

Pros:<\/strong> Distortion-free Prizm lens with tint specific to roads; Unobtainium grippers at temples and nose keep glasses in place<\/li>

Cons:<\/strong> ‘O’ logos can be seen in field of view<\/li><\/ul>
Our highest-rated pair of Oakley sunglasses for cyclists, we found the Jawbreaker to offer crystal-clear optics. Its distortion-free Prizm lens and road-specific tint clarifies road surfaces, while its 53mm tall lens gives unobstructed visibility, even when riding in the drops. <\/p>
The 131mm width wraps around your face with scalloped lower sections to fit comfortably around cheekbones. For added comfort, the nosepiece is adjustable and so are the earpieces. <\/p>
Oakley\u2019s signature \u2018Unobtainium\u2019 rubber grippers keep each section from slipping, even on a sweat-slickened face. The channels that hold the lens in place also have little rubber bumpers for a secure fit.<\/p>
Read our full Oakley Jawbreaker Prizm sunglasses review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Oakley Castel<\/h3>

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The Oakley Castels provide crisp optics. – Warren Rossiter \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3185 \/ $224 as tested<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Stylish design; excellent lenses; premium finish<\/li>
Cons:<\/strong> Not many accessories; not stable enough for offroad riding<\/li><\/ul>
The Castels offer great versatility for on and off-the-bike wear with a unique twin-lens design, which provides good ventilation through the centre of the glasses.<\/p>
We found the glasses to sit well on the face, but the lack of nose grip meant they weren’t as stable as others when the road got bumpy.<\/p>
The replaceable lenses offer great contrast thanks to the Prizm technology.<\/p>
At 26.5g, the Castels are light enough to go relatively unnoticed when riding.<\/p>
Read our full Oakley Castel review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Oakley Encoder<\/h3>

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The glasses are designed to be worn with cycling helmets. – Sam Challis \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3204 \/ $257 \/ \u20ac228<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Largely unrestricted field of vision; sturdy feel with secure fit<\/li>
Cons:<\/strong> Nosepiece encroaches on vision<\/li><\/ul>
The Encoders feature decent lens coverage and are lightweight, tipping the scales at 32g.<\/p>
Sharing similar DNA to the Kato, the Encoder uses a frameless design with a wrap-over nose portion.<\/p>
The Encoder sits on the face well and is compatible with many helmets.<\/p>
To avoid warped vision around the curved nose, Oakley has added a rubber nose pad that blocks the section out.<\/p>
Unfortunately, our tester found this encroached into their vision, and acted as a distraction when out on the bike.<\/p>
Read our full Oakley Encoder review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Oakley Encoder Strike Vented<\/h3>

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$\"Oakley$
Oakley has adjusted the lens design of the Kato for the Encoder Strike Vented. – Warren Rossiter \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3210 \/ $255 \/ \u20ac235 \/ AU$330<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Great lens clarity and ventilation; good fit and styling for larger heads<\/li>
Cons:<\/strong> Nosepiece can block vision<\/li><\/ul>
With the Encoder Strike Vented, Oakley has mirrored the Kato’s frameless design and added a vented brow to the wraparound lens.<\/p>
There’s a cosmetic element to the vents, but our tester found they helped prevent the exceptionally clear lens fogging up.<\/p>
The fit and aesthetics are suitable for larger heads \u2013 we recommend trying them on before committing to a distinctly styled and expensive pair of cycling sunglasses.<\/p>
Positioned in your line of sight, the large nosepiece can block your vision.<\/p>
Read our full Oakley Encoder Strike Vented review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Oakley Kato sunglasses<\/h3>

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$\"Oakley$
Lighter and darker-coloured lenses are available. – Ashley Quinlan \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3265 \/ $318 \/ \u20ac310 as tested<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Largely unobscured line of sight; minimal distortion around the nosepiece<\/li>
Con:<\/strong> Non-adjustable nosepiece<\/li><\/ul>
The Oakley Katos are a boldly-styled pair of sunglasses that won’t appeal to everyone, but they perform well on the bike.<\/p>
The wraparound Prizm lens has great clarity, whichever shade you choose, and there’s a colour for most conditions.<\/p>
The cycling sunglasses sit securely on your face, although the nosepiece is not adjustable. That’s a shame on a highly priced pair of shades.<\/p>
Read our full Oakley Kato sunglasses review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Oakley Sutro Lite Photochromic<\/h3>

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$\"Oakley$
The Photochromic lens reacts quickly to changes in light conditions. – Ashley Quinlan \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3172 \/ $214 \/ \u20ac200 \/ AU$279<\/li>
Pro:<\/strong> Offers a wide field of vision; photochromic lens give impressive versatility<\/li>
Cons:<\/strong> Non-adjustable nosepiece<\/li><\/ul>
Sharing retro-inspired looks and interchangeable lenses, the Sutro Lite fits a little smaller on the face compared to the Sutro.<\/p>
Oakley’s photochromic lenses respond to changing light conditions quickly, but aren’t as dark as standard lenses in the sunshine.<\/p>
With a weight of 33g, the Sutro Lites are what their name suggests, though we found the non-adjustable nosepiece to be a let down.<\/p>
Read our full Oakley Sutro Lite review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Oakley Sutro Lite Sweep Ascend<\/h3>

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Old-school looks meet a modern, ventilated lens. – Warren Rossiter \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3152 \/ $184 \/ \u20ac180 \/ AU$253 as tested<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Low weight and good ventilation; best for narrower faces<\/li>
Cons:<\/strong> Movement on the roughest terrain<\/li><\/ul>
Compared to the Oakley Sutro Lite (featured above), the lens on the Sutro Lite Sweep Ascend is about half the size and sweeps upwards, better suiting riders with smaller heads.<\/p>
Oakley has retained the circular brow vent holes, which give the Sutro Lite Sweep Ascend classic aesthetics and effective ventilation.<\/p>
The lens is crisp in different light conditions and free of distortion even on the periphery. Comfortable arm grippers stop the Sutro Lite Sweep Ascend’s frame from budging except on really rough terrain.<\/p>
Read our full Oakley Sutro Lite Sweep Ascend review <\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Oakley Sutro S<\/h3>

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$\"Oakley$
Oakley’s Sutro S sunglasses balance on-bike performance with off-bike styling. – Warren Rossiter \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3159 \/ $192 as tested<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Excellent lens quality; fantastic styling; comfortable<\/li>
Cons:<\/strong> Pricey; not as secure as more performance-oriented models<\/li><\/ul>
The Sutro S sunglasses span the gap between sports equipment and high-end fashion well, offering premium performance features with great styling.<\/p>
The high price is justified by the inclusion of a cleaning bag, hard case and softer noise piece.<\/p>
We did find the glasses to be a little less secure than the Oakley’s more dedicated models, but this didn’t affect performance negatively.<\/p>
Read our full Oakley Sutro S review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Oakley sunglasses to also consider<\/h2>
The following sunglasses scored fewer than four stars out of five, but are still worth considering if they suit you. <\/p>
Oakley EVZero sunglasses<\/h3>

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Two lens shapes are available for the EVZero frame. – Colin Levitch \/ Immediate Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3140 as tested<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Frameless construction for a broad field of view; good protective coverage <\/li>
Cons:<\/strong> Prizm lens not the best for mixed-surface riding<\/li><\/ul>
If you\u2019re looking for some lightweight frameless cycling glasses and don\u2019t mind being locked into one lens, Oakley\u2019s EVZero sunglasses are claimed to be \u201cthe lightest performance glasses in history\u201d. <\/p>
An obvious plus to these is the unobstructed aspect thanks to their frameless construction, and there was no noticeable distortion towards the edges. <\/p>
Two lens shapes are available: Path and the slightly larger Range. Both come with Oakley\u2019s \u2018O-Matter\u2019 ear socks and \u2018Unobtainium\u2019 rubber on the nosepiece and temple tips, which keep them firmly in place. <\/p>
If you\u2019re looking to do a lot of mixed-surface riding, the Prizm road lens is not the best choice. Luckily, the EVZero series is available in non Prizm lens options. <\/p>
Read our full Oakley EVZero sunglasses with Prizm optics review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Oakley Sutro sunglasses<\/h3>

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$\"Oakley$
A bold design with Oakley performance. – Jesse Wild\/Cycling Plus<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Price:<\/strong> \u00a3130 \/ $173 \/ \u20ac172<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Well-sprung arms keep glasses securely in place; good ventilation for minimal fogging<\/li>
Cons:<\/strong> No rubber on arms<\/li><\/ul>
As the brand\u2019s take on the modern-retro styling made popular by 100% and Peter Sagan<\/a>, we can see these being popular with both urban cyclists and style-conscious roadies. <\/p>
You get massive coverage, with the Sutro\u2019s tinted Prizm lenses being 58mm deep, and they offer absolute clarity. Its square-section frame prevents fogging by holding them away from your face.<\/p>
The arms don\u2019t feature Oakley\u2019s usual rubber tips, but are well-sprung so fit snugly despite this. <\/p>
Oakley has recently added the Sutro Lite<\/a> to its range. It has the same extra-large lens as the original Sutro, but a more open frame without the lower rim around the lens.<\/p>
Read our full Oakley Sutro sunglasses review <\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Oakley Prizm lens tech explained<\/h2>
$\"Oakley$
Oakley’s various Prizm tints are claimed to improve clarity and contrast in different scenarios. – Stan Portus \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Oakley\u2019s cycling sunglasses are also defined by the brand\u2019s Prizm lens technology. Oakley says it took 15 years to develop, with each lens tint designed to optimise visibility and contrast in different light conditions and sports. <\/p>
For example, a specific tint is used to enhance the clarity of road surfaces, helping to reveal potholes, which can often be hidden by glare. These may sound like bold claims, but our expert testing team is united in its agreement that Prizm really does make a difference.<\/p>
Oakley frames are donned by a huge number of cyclists around the world. So if you\u2019re looking for a list of the best Oakley sunglasses available, you\u2019ve come to the right place. All the sunglasses in this article have been road-tested and rated by BikeRadar\u2019s expert testers.<\/p>
More cycling glasses<\/h2>
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There are plenty of other quality glasses brands. – Andy Lloyd \/ OurMedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>
If you’re looking for more cycling glasses why not check out our best road cycling glasses<\/a> and best mountain bike glasses<\/a>.<\/p>
We also have rated the best budget cycling glasses<\/a> should you be looking for less expensive alternatives.<\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n
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Oakley sunglasses to also consider<\/h2>The following sunglasses scored fewer than four stars out of five, but are still worth considering if they suit you. <\/p>

Oakley sunglasses to also consider<\/h2>
The following sunglasses scored fewer than four stars out of five, but are still worth considering if they suit you. <\/p>