Oakley Crowbar Goggles - Polarized
The Oakley Crowbar Goggles rock a Polarized lens and burly O Matter frame to bring you serious eye protection and top-quality vision. The Crowbar's amplified dimensions extend your range of available peripheral and downward vision. A Plutonite polarized lens with Oakley's patented XYZ Optics provides correction along three axes and increases contrast in flat light and glary conditions for astounding visibility across your entire field of vision. The Plutonite lens material also offers superior eye protection, blocking 100% of all UV. The Crowbar's ultra-flexible O Matter frame contours to facial geometry, offering a precise, comfortable fit enhanced by triple-layer polar foam. Rigid O Matter strap attachments yield a solid, draft-free seal.
Bottom Line: See through the glare.
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Does anyone have a preference on H.I. Amber or VR28 Polarized?
Does anyone have a preference on H.I. Amber or VR28 Polarized? And does the Polarized have any reflective quality on the exterior of the lens when in sunlight?
By: Brian
February 17, 2009
BOTH lenses are polarized. The Hi Amber is polarized and a Hi-intensity lens. They are both good all purpose lenses, with the VR28 giving you more natural colors but still with increased contrast. I have the Hi-Amber polarized in a pair of Crowbars now, and sometimes they are almost too much: The colors are intense and things really POP out of the snow-scape. They look killer, though, if that is something you are after. They can be very good when the light is low but variable and I like them in the trees. One thing to check out is the Lens simulator on the Oakley site, which will give you an idea of what the slopes look like out of the different lenses. Bring on the snow...
By: Niall MacRae
September 24, 2009
The Hi Lenses and the Polarized lenses are both treated to cut glare. Obviously, the Polarized will do the job better, but the transmission is higher on the Amber lens.
My preference is the Hi Amber, but if possible, take a trip to your local Oakley "Vault" or distributer and get a hands on feel for both lenses.
By: Aaron Agre
March 25, 2009
They are both a good lens, but it kind of depends what youre looking for. The VR28 polarized is 14% visual light transmission while the HI Amber is 25% VLT, so similar, but obviously the VR28 is going to be darker overall.
By: Taylor Yager
February 25, 2009
great goggles
By: mar2851889
September 18, 2009
Bought the HI AMBER POLARIZED during the semiannual sale at at great price. Great contrast resolution and face fit. Some halo effect in bright light at the periphery of the lens.
i just bought these yesterday( black and grey) for 175 and now
i just bought these yesterday( black and grey) for 175 and now they're 122.50...... and a pair of wisdoms for 175(black and grey) which are now 140 are you serious :(
By: smiles the great
February 10, 2009
I mentioned this on your other post, but get on Live Chat and ask. Sometimes they're sympathetic.
By: Angus Bohanon
February 10, 2009
Clear for take off...
By: Colin Derhammer
July 22, 2009
Even when you're rolling down the windows, kids on the chair just think your natural instinct to pull the eject on your F/22 is kicking in; until you blow your back out. Still look sick while writhing in pain! VR28 is the most versatile lens that I've used in both glaring sun and white-outs; fit is excellent with or without helmet. Don't worry, no one can see your tears.
1 Comment Last Comment: September 24, 2009 by: Niall MacRae
By: Niall MacRae
September 24, 2009
I agree, I think the VR28 is the best all around lens, and the mellow, color-neutral lenses are very easy on the eyes (of the person wearing them). The polarized lens makes the mirror coating unnecessary, doing a better job of killing glare than plain iridium lenses. If you want the bling, the iridium, and polarized all in one, go with the Hi-Amber. Otherwise, get your fighter pilot looks on with the VR28 or the stealthy blacked-out grey lens.
Hi, What is the difference between VR28 & H.I.?Thx
Hi, What is the difference between VR28 & H.I.?Thx
By: Linda
January 13, 2009
the H.I. amber is a little yellower, and the vr28 is a little more orange, and the amber has a blue fade in the middle, kind of like the H.I. persimmon.
By: Sam M
January 17, 2009
Change me.
Tech Specs:
- Frame:
- O Matter
- Lens:
- Plutonite polarized
- Strap:
- Elastic with rigid O Matter attachment point
- Helmet Compatible:
- Yes
- Eyeglass Compatible:
- No
- Ventilation:
- Yes
- Face Size:
- Medium
- Recommended Use:
- Snowsports
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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