Gear Review
Oakley Half Jacket XLJ Sunglasses
Great Glasses
By Eric McCammond
Ranked #316 - Sunglasses
November 29, 2008
I have these glasses with VR28 prescription lenses. I've never been a fan of Oakley sunglasses for their style. Personally, I think they all look rather futuristic...like something the designer came up with after watching a Star Trek episode. But, after trying the Half Jacket XLJs, I've come to use these glasses during all sorts of outdoor activities. I see them simply as a great piece of gear. Whether I'm mountain biking, rock climbing, snowshoeing, etc, these glasses shield my eyes from the sun, stick to my head, and provide a level of physical protection. Just like a good climbing helmet or an ugly pair of clip-in biking shoes, I will continue to use these...regardless of how rediculous I think I look in them. Of course, I wouldn't be caught dead in them at a social function.
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Tech Specs:
- Frame Material:
- Metal coated plastic
- Hinge Type:
- Metal coated plastic
- Lens Type:
- Iridium
- Interchangeable Lens:
- Yes
- Polarized:
- No
- Face Size:
- Medium
- Case Type:
- Cloth pouch doubles as lens cleaner
- Nose Pads:
- Unobtanium rubber
- Arm Pads:
- Unobtanium rubber
- Warranty:
- 1 year
- Recommended Use:
- Running, cycling, casual
Change me.