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Oakley Radar Path Sunglasses
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We offer the Radar in a variety of styles -- none of which are as simple and classic as this Crystal Black frame with Black Iridium lenses. Black Iridium is a superb choice for the spring and summertime. It transmits only 10% of the available light to your eyes, also making it ideal for bright, sunny days. The great thing about Oakley Iridium lenses is that the Iridium coating creates a uniform filtering layer that optimizes contrast and reduces glare. It's a central reason why Oakley optics are so special in comparison to any other brand glasses.
The Radar is Oakley's first new cycling-specific design since the M-Frame -- that's a 15-year span between re-designs, testament to just how popular the M-Frame became. While the Radar bears similarities to the M-Frame, it's a far improved set of eyewear. Like the M-Frame, it has no lower ledge to the frame, so you get an uninterrupted field of vision. But improved is the updated look that is modern, almost high-fashion. The frame itself was re-designed to fit more types of faces with greater comfort.
And then there are the surge ports. These are the holes molded into the arms. The ports direct air inside the arms so heat and sweat don't build up behind the sunglasses and arms. And unlike certain models of the M-Frame, the arms of the Radar fold. The lens is large in a modern, high-fashion way without being too big -- a design Oakley calls the "Path" lens. We prefer the Path lens because we believe it is large enough to protect the eyes while being small enough so it doesn't overheat the head and seal the eyes off from the world. And overly big glasses fog up too easily. For those who are familiar with M-Frame lenses, this is kind of between the Hybrid and the Sweep. The next larger size of Radar lenses is the Pitch, and the largest is the Range. As with the M-Frame, the Radar has interchangeable lenses. Not only can you change tints, but shapes.
In comparison to the iconic M-Frame, the Radar has a new lens shape, a new frame design, and a choice of nosepieces (you get 2 of them, in order to customize the positioning of the Radar on your nose) -- all of which mean better fit. One other vital detail is that the lens is hydrophobic with a new oleophobic coating for better vision. Sweat won't streak your lens and muddy up your field of view. Rather these coatings cause moisture to run off the lens with no residue.
The frame is made from Oakley O-Matter. There is soft Unobtanium at the temple ends and the nose to better grip the face. Unobtanium is slightly hydrophilic, so it will grip better when wet and sweaty. The lens is made from Plutonite and has Oakley's famed High Definition Optics (HDO). The Radar comes with a zipper case that has room for a spare lens and a microfiber bag that is both a lens cleaning cloth and soft storage.
Bottom Line: The Oakley Radar Path might be on course of optical enlightenment.
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They work!
By:
Jamie Preston
April 19, 2007
I am a sweaty mess on a bike or hike, and have been searching for a sunglass that does not leave me blind shortly into the ride. Lots of promises by other products, not much delivery. I think I have finally found the solution in this Oakley Rader. The fancy new coating seems to do the trick as promised. I have only been out a few times with these, but I already feel much safer now that I can actually see where I am going! Give these a try for sure.
Hello. I hear these glasses are good for sports and biking. I'm
Hello. I hear these glasses are good for sports and biking. I'm looking for a pair of sunglasses for everyday normal use not just sports like walking and driving etc. Are these the right pair? im not very atheletic
By: Adam
August 6, 2010
Possibly go for a Gascan or Whisker look in the Oakley. This reminds me more of baseball or biking. The Gascan has a sporty look to it, but its not as sport edgy as these are.
By: Zane Bryant
March 19, 2012
They will certainly work for everyday use, you will just look like you're going fast all the time. Again, not a bad thing.
Love,
By: Dakka
August 10, 2010
Great!
By:
VICTOR TIN
June 11, 2009
This is my second lens which is tailor made from US.
Outstanding performance especially in snowny and icy condition.
After buying cheapo sports shades for decades, finally ready
After buying cheapo sports shades for decades, finally ready to pull the trigger on Oakleys, based on reviews (and my desire to actually see detail). I'm trying to decide between black iridium and gray lenses (non-polarized). I like the crystal black frames but am afraid that the black irid shades will be too dark in slightly overcast days. Advice?
By: graymutton
July 29, 2010
Worried about overcast or changing light? My advice is spring for the polarized. It is definitely worth it. That said, I prefer grey as they are for medium to bright light, where the black iridium is for very bright conditions and reducing glare.
By: Shane O'Donnell
August 2, 2010
SIck Shades
By:
hook1080
June 20, 2007
I heart my Oakley Paths. They cover my face superbly and they have a perfect blend of the tech Oakley look and a good fashion blend. The earpieces grip my head with enough pressure to stay on through vigorous activities, yet they don't give me a headache when I wear them for extended periods. The optics are flawless. Anything less than Oakley is uncivilized.
I have the Radar Path and they fit too tight. After a few hours
I have the Radar Path and they fit too tight. After a few hours of wearing them, they start hurting the sides of my head. Is there a way to adjust them or make them just a bit wider?
By: Chuck
April 15, 2010
Hello
I have the exact same problem with the radar path being too wide and hurts on the sides of my head. Have you or anyone else found a solution to this ?
By: sim5501234
March 20, 2012
Paint Chipping
By:
tha3071655
May 25, 2010
First let me state that these are hands down the best cycling sunglasses I have ever worn. That being said I got a little over a year of wear before the paint started chipping where the top of the lens meets the frame. Called Oakley up and since I am over the year warranty I have to shell out $40 to get new frame. Now I just have to go without them for 3-4 weeks.. :-( I would give 5 stars but the paint chipping should not happen with high end sunglasses so 4 stars it is.
i have a pair of oakley radar glasses and i wore them in baseball
i have a pair of oakley radar glasses and i wore them in baseball and stuff, but 1 day i was putting them on my head 2 go out in the field and the frame snapped in half!!! where can i get a new frame?
By: kjbaseball1234
April 26, 2009
Wouldnt hurt to just bring them into a local oakley retailer and let them know what happen. Anyone who takes their business seriously and sells Oakley should be more than glad to help. May cut you a deal?!...
By: Ian Whalen-Owens
July 29, 2009
You could call oakley, and see if they would sell you just the frame. If not, try ebay, or maybe some sunglass shops, or sporting good stores that might possiby be able to sell you just the frames. this is the number for oakley: (800) 431-1439
By: AaaMOMand12031722
May 15, 2009
well the problem is that i bought them on ebay 4 like $125 and they want do anything about it so do u know where i can get a new 1 and how much?
By: kjbaseball1234
April 30, 2009
Send it back to oakley for warranty!
By: Mike Traslin
April 26, 2009
stoked!
By:
Ty Nelson
April 12, 2007
I just got back from my first road ride in my Radar's and they're awesome. Best biking shades I've ever ridden in. Whatever that coating is that they talk about is really sweet. The lenses stay way cleaner, and my mis-fired snot rocket cleaned off much easier than it used to with my old glasses. I think this lens shape is the best for biking, plenty of coverage, but not too big, and it doesn't fog up.
does anyone know if oakley radar paths are good for baseball??????
does anyone know if oakley radar paths are good for baseball?????? or whether or not the grey lenses are as good as the black iridium????
By: baseball player123
April 4, 2009
Yes, they're fantastic. The other guy just can't ball sorry dude. If you are used to playing with a pair of sunglasses on these things are top notch I play backyard games all the time in the summer and can play short just fine with these. I golf and mountain bike all the time and couldn't imagine doing it without these. I bought the Lance Armstrong Ones and the black Iridium is great for you because it reduces glare. To the other guy, oakley will send you a new pair asap their customer service is great.
By: Charlie Bennett
April 28, 2009
yea they r good but mine broke and now i got 2 get a new frame!i had black iridium and my friend had the grey lenses and mine were way darker! i suggest the black iridium 1's!
By: kjbaseball1234
April 26, 2009
NO. I had a pair and I kept dropping pop flys.
By: D Kman
April 6, 2009
I just got a pair of these from you guys. I have a medium head,
I just got a pair of these from you guys. I have a medium head, and a narrow face. They glasses hold on my head fine, but they see to be a little too wide. I can squeeze them a little and they look fine.Two questions: Are there any M frames that are just a tad smaller OR can I mold them (squeeze them together) so they fit my head a little better?Its one or the other, will probably have to send them back.Thanks
By: Dravisar
March 5, 2009
try the straight stem or the oakley enduring. its a girls frame but you cant tell its a chick frame, I think they even have chick radar frame too.
By: Charlie Bennett
April 28, 2009
there are radars and m frames that are a little smaller. you can just buy the same sunglasses in asian fit. the asian fit is a smaller size than the regulars
By: baseball player123
April 4, 2009
Do these glasses come with the black case pictured in the description?
Do these glasses come with the black case pictured in the description? I am talking about the black balistic case, not the microfiber baggie. Anyone know?
By: Ben Brown
January 3, 2009
Yes, all of the radar line of sunglasses come with a black hard case, and the microfiber bag as well.
By: cjmoffitt1565885
January 5, 2009
richard,nm
By:
RICHARD ,NM
June 5, 2008
these glasses offer the best eye protection !!! they are very comfortable ,stop
researching and but a pair !!!!!!
hi there, I have a big head - no gettting away from it I suppose,
hi there, I have a big head - no gettting away from it I suppose, I have used Oakleys all my sunglasss wearing life and would not trust my eyes to anything else!
I currently own juliets which fit me great - scars which are a little tight but not too bad - square wires which fit ok but are too small lens wise for me - and mag pro m frames which are just simply awesome!
I have just bought some monster dog transitions but they dont fit me! they barely go over my temples and are tight on my head - so I am reluctantly selling them on.
my head is 60cm or 23 3/4" around and my ears are roughly 30cm apart.
anyone know of any Oakleys that will fit my head nicely?
cheerrs guys in anticipation of your help!
matt - taylor312@btinternet.com if you can offer any help
By: taylor3122213099
May 12, 2008
WEAR A HAT
By: flkoolaid100178912
September 28, 2008
Excellent for cycling!
By:
jacalyn.ge536674
August 25, 2008
Some of the best shades out there for cycling. Excellent if you have long eyelashes; the lenses do not touch! Good optics... do not darken too much. Great against road glare (hot Arizona desert roads) too. Better than the Half Jackets - cover more of the face. Work well, feel great!
Can u get prescription in the lens of the sunglasses?
Can u get prescription in the lens of the sunglasses?
By: jakecombs12191213
April 27, 2008
i'm not sure about on radar paths but i'm sure that they do have some perscription glasses
By: baseball player123
April 4, 2009
I called Oakley about that when the Radar first came out. They said not then , but soon. You have to have a pretty mild prescription for just about any of their frames.
By: Jeff Mikaelian
April 30, 2008
Nice looking glasses!
By:
swoon2183650
December 29, 2008
... unfortunately they did not sit properly and touching my cheeks, not the glasses fault.
Does anyone know if these or other oakleys have swappable lenses.
Does anyone know if these or other oakleys have swappable lenses. A lot of time I want clear lenses for wind protection.
By: briscoe
April 4, 2008
yes they do but i'd recommend getting the lenses you like with the glasses because the transition lenses are expensive
By: baseball player123
April 4, 2009
From the tech specs section, "Interchangeable Lens: Yes,(sold separately)"
By: Camden
April 28, 2008
Recommend
By:
jkaleta2144577
May 12, 2008
These glasses are very light and fit very tight to my face cutting out all outside light on my ride. I received the glasses faster than what was quoted , and I recommend these glasses along with this website for all biking accessories.
As Expected
By:
cjhvegas
August 11, 2008
I have always had good luck with Oakleys. I bought the Paths for cycling and am extremely pleased. I was previously riding with my Half Jackets, which are fine, but do not offer the wind protection or full view of the Paths. Can't go wrong with Oakley!
great glasses
By:
langone9072118565
April 14, 2008
the glasses are great fit good,and the service and delivery time was perfect will definitely
use your company again.
Nice M frame alternative
By:
wasabi
March 29, 2007
I really like the fact that Radar comes with two nose type. One of them really work well with my flat nose bridge. I will test more when running season kicks in. I really hope that Oakley will offer accessory kit, such as lens replacement and nose replacement.
BTW, I really liked your on-line help. They searched for the color I was looking for, and gave me good advice. A+!
Change me.
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Lemon/Fire Iridium, One Size (180.00)
Jet Black/Gray, One Size (160.00)
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Crystal Blk/Blk Irid, One Size (180.00)
They work!
I am a sweaty mess on a bike or hike, and have been searching for a sunglass that does not leave me blind shortly into the ride. Lots of promises by other more...
- Frame:
- O Matter
- Hinge:
- O Matter
- Lens:
- polycarbonate
- Interchangeable Lens:
- yes, sold seperately
- Polarized:
- no
- Face Size:
- medium
- Case Type:
- hard
- Nose Pads:
- yes
- Temple Pads:
- yes
- Recommended Use:
- sports, driving
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year