Our deck boat doesn’t have a convenient place to mount a mirror for when I’m pulling a tube or waterskier, so I thought I’d give these a try. I was worried they would be unstable at speed (up to 40. mph) but they worked great with the large bilateral mirrors. Now I’m able to check my tow and keep my eyes forward, making me a safer captain.
I bought the View Sport Duo a couple years ago for rowing; with the original smaller mirrors, I could not get comfortable with sighting behind me - too much head movement was needed. With the larger mirrors, I'm much more comfortable seeing the needed details.
Note that TriEye posted a retrofit video for replacing the mirrors; this gave me confidence that removing the old mirrors wouldn't cause some damage.
Excellent product. Gives me a clear of what's behind me with a slight left turn of my head. The field of view is excellent. It's even better with the upgraded larger mirror for only $5. I used my TriEye for my 1st cycling event recently. Not only was it useful, but I received numerous compliments and inquiries about the product. I would encourage all bike riders to purchase this product.
First day using the glasses, I had my doubts but within a quarter mile of a three mile climb they proved to be reliable and I was damn glad I had them on. For the group of five older riders they were a much wanted and needed safety tool.
Sincerely
JC
Won't ride without them. Used a clip on mirror for years. These are so much more stable and look much nicer.
Now that I have TriEye glasses I feel much safer cycling on busy roads. It’s so much easier to be aware of what’s coming up behind you. No more turning your head and losing balance. I just wish they offered prescription lenses instead of just the additional frames.
Good but not 100% safe. Took me a while to get position correct. Still need to angle head to look behind. But a great asset. Helps to make cycling safer around Memphis!! Not so good if you are switching from Aero on a tri bike, but much better than turning to look behind.
Yes indeed, I bought the dual mirror version as I cycle in the UK and in Germany (though with hindsight - pun intentional - I could have got away with just the right-sided version as that is my better, and dominant, eye). I've used these for a year, mostly on a regular cycle commute of about 20km each way. Well, they took a little getting used to, but I like them a lot. They are NOT a substitute for the last-second lifesaver glance over your shoulder, but, because only a slight head-turn is required, I look behind me a good deal more often, so I get earlier warning of what's there, or reassurance that my companions are still in view. Once you have got the knack, and with careful adjustment (which is just about possible on the move) for your riding position, the field of view is adequate and the mirrors stay clear of raindrops or condensation. The photochromatic lens seems to work extremely well. I would echo others' comments about riding hunched on the drops: less useful in that position.
Gives you the extra confidence to steer
The View Sport Dual Standard Mirror Glas is my second TriEye, this one is considered to be used in dark and winter condititions. I use it every time while rowing in uncoxed boats, stearing these boats from the bow seat on cloudy days or even at night. The straight on view through the mirror is excellent. Unfortunately the ball and socket joint of the left mirror is a little bit to weak. In consequence I have to adjust the left mirror from time to time. Those joints in my “summer TriEye” work much better.
I have four bicycles, including a recumbent and a road bike with Aero bars. Each one puts me in a different position, so I need to adjust the mirror for the bike of the day. That said, I prefer the view in the TriEye mirror over the bar end mirrors on each bike. Patience is needed in retraining your head and eye movements so there is a clear, steady view behind you. Don't expect a 100% solution - for example, I have had trouble making it effective with rain gear and more bulky jackets. The glasses also tend to fog more easily in the colder weather, and when there is actual fog in the air. For most other conditions, including night and pre-dawn rides, the glasses are effective, and provide a better rear view.
TriEye is just what the doctor ordered. Simply put, I have my Garmin radar in the back. Linked to my computer up front, now the tryEye to add even more safety to my rides. Quick glance & I can easily see behind me. I'm about to get yet another pair with the bigger mirror, along with the prescription insert.. I love my trieye cycling glasses 🤓
I like the glasses in general, especially the mirror part. While your description does not specify it, I'd like to know the exact level of UV protection these glasses offer (View Sport Photochromatic - Cycling Glasses with Mirror).
Enjoy my shades with the rearview mirror but a larger mirror would be nice.
They do what they say. Its a mirror on glasses. I feel like i have to strain to focus my eye and looking hard down and left. Its a small mirror so you also have to shift your head all over to get full situation awareness. Im not the biggest fan but they do what they say.
Hello, my first bike outings are very successful. I will soon try rowing. I will give you some feedback next week. It is possible that several people are interested in these glasses.
Is there a cord available to prevent losing the glasses in case of a fall while rowing? Thank you.
I have been rowing for 25 years using a postage stamp sized, glasses-mounted cyclists' mirror. I thought I would try these to see if they were better. For me they weren't. I found I had to move my eyes too far to see the mirrors and the view they provided seemed very small. They are nicely made. The frames are easy to wear and the photochromic coated worked well. It was worth a try!
Het kost inderdaad een paar ritten om te wennen, maar dan werkt het goed.
I use the Garmin radar on my bike computer that lets me know when cars are approaching. However, I don’t trust it 100% and I would always turn my head to double check before merging. After my first ride with the Trieye, I immediately noticed the difference because I was able to literally see the cars approaching behind me.
On another note, the first set of glasses they sent me got lost in the mail. I contacted Camille and she promptly sent me another pair, which I appreciated.
