Oakley PRIZM Road vs. Road Black | SportRx

Want to know the all the differences between PRIZM Road and PRIZM Road Black? Sunglass Rob and Stephane Roch cover everything you need to know about these Oakley cycling lenses.
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[@sportrxeyewear]

Are you excited to try PRIZM Road Black? Let us know what you think about this new Oakley PRIZM lens offering in the comments below!

[@MarkoRadic1986]

Everytime when I buy sunglasses, I always come forst to you guys. Greetings from Serbia.

[@NoxiousNoodles]

Honestly the worst bit about Prizm road is that at some point you have to take it off and the real world looks rubbish in comparison.

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hahaha true enough!

[@mf0u3021]

I find this with all the prizm lenses I’ve tried!

[@Harrisabd]

I put them on while driving for the first time, I couldn't believe the clarity with the whites and highlights with my vision

[@DanKla91]

so u like to see the world in "pinkish"? I dont like these fake colours of prizm. I want to see the world in the natural way.

[@calebgonsalves2970]

Where I live there is literally no clouds for the majority of the summer so it gets quite bright but I want a lens which is versatile, do the Road Black lenses get 'too dark' for stuff like slight overcasts, underpasses or morning to noon rides?

[@webcini27]

fantastic!

[@achievecarerpm-ccm3517]

I just ordered Prizm Road Black lenses with my Radar EV frames. I ride a Century a month and Mtn Bike almost daily so I appreciate your YT Channel and experienced insight on Oakley glasses and lenses

[@sportrxeyewear]

We are stoked for you to receive your new order! Please let us know what you think!!

[@JasonVoorhees-je9xc]

What don’t you guys carry the radar advancer?

[@Clayton_J]

Does SportRX have any video reviews on cycling specific sunglasses that don't interfere with the helmet retention systems. Frames that wrap downbehind the ears that provide great viability when in the drops?

[@sportrxeyewear]

I am glad you asked! We just published a 'Best Oakley Road Cycling' video that has what you are looking for! You can check it out here: www.sportrx.com/blog/best-oakley-cycling-sunglasses/ Let us know if you have any other questions!

[@fcobarrios19]

Would these be better than polarized for driving?

[@giuliolovat9646]

Great video! What about prizm road jade? Is the jade something in the middle ?

[@sportrxeyewear]

Exactly! We will have a video out soon comparing the three PRIZM Road lenses but that is it in a nutshell. PRIZ Road Jade is a happy medium between Road Black and Road.

[@juliomejicano]

Great collaboration, you two should keep making videos together (sorry Tyler)!!!!

[@sportrxeyewear]

Stephane is a natural on camera and has tons of road cycling experience! We will have him in more videos in the future!

[@aroldoamoroso9968]

hello and congratulations for the review I would like to buy a pair of radar ev path but I'm undecided on which lens to buy between Road and Jade.

[@sportrxeyewear]

Greetings! If your runs begin early morning then a lens with a higher VLT (Visible Light Transmission) percentage will benefit you more as it lets more light pass through the lens which helps in low light environments. The Prizm Road will accommodate more of this type of lighting condition with a 20% VLT compared to the 13% of the Jade. 🏃‍♀️

[@rudeboy64h]

Hey I’d Like to ask I’m a long distance lorry driver & id like a bit of help been told about prism road & iridium black lenses are more superior to the road lenses ? I’d like to get these in the turbine frame too

[@sportrxeyewear]

I'd suggest to always going with Prizm if you have the option. The Prizm Road Black is a great mix of both of the lenses referenced. Try them on and I think you'll see why!

[@ronneidg9658]

Hi there, would you guys recommend prism road for mtb trail riding? The trails I’ve been riding has lots of trees and some sunny part.

[@sportrxeyewear]

Give the Prizm Trail or Prizm Trail Torch a try! These lenses were specifically designed to highlight contours along the trail in the environment you're describing.

[@axlguan6054]

I still looking forward to the video of prism road jade lens

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi there! We will have it up shortly! We are making changes to our current rx lens offerings to reflect the new lenses but that got us a little backed up. However, we will have it up as soon as possible for you!

[@JFK1able]

Appreciate this post is a few years old but could you advise what lens would be best for tennis? Regards JK

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hey John! For Tennis, Prizm Field or Prizm Dark Golf does the best job of highlighting the ball and making it easier to track during play.

[@manuelcalleja92]

Do you know if/when the Prizm Road Black lens will be available as a replacement lens for the Jawbreaker and Rardar EV? At the moment it seems that you can only buy the Prizm Black Road lens if you buy it with the frame as one piece.

[@sportrxeyewear]

Yes, that is correct. We do not have an exact ETA of when it will be available as a replacement lens but it will probably be a while since this is a new PRIZM lens release. You can always contact one of our certified opticians in the future to check on availability: www.sportrx.com/contact

[@justintongol7581]

@@sportrxeyewear Still no ETA on the availability?

[@theband2288]

We ride on the road to get to the path which is partly shaded but sometimes not. Can't afford four different lens what's the best for both conditions? Thanks Jim

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi there! PRIZM Road Jade or PRIZM Road are the best for all conditions. Thanks for checking out our video!

[@ForEverMTB]

I got a radar ev prizm road from amazon, came with out box or documents and has a blue ish tint when I put it on, is that normal?

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hello! It's tough to determine from the description, but if you send a couple photos to [e-mail], our opticians will review the images and get back to you to confirm their authenticity.

[@johnrcyclist]

Which PRIZM lens do you recommend for gravel/cyclocross biking? Thanks!

[@sportrxeyewear]

Great question, John! We really only recommend PRIZM Black if you are in really bright conditions. Otherwise we would go with PRIZM Road or PRIZM Road Jade which is a happy medium between Road Black and the original Road. You can get a better idea of how all three lenses compare in our review here: www.sportrx.com/blog/road-guide/

[@theuncanspan]

Technical question, so with a Prizm lens you don't need polarized? I've already ordered a matte black/prizm black Gascan (non polarized). Also if a lens is Prizm is it Iridium by default or does it have to say Iridium.

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi there! Polarized lenses reduce glare from the sun and Prizm is Oakleys lens technology that fine-tunes vision for specific environments so it would depend on what you will be using the glasses for. Also, all Prizm are Iridium as well.

[@theuncanspan]

@@sportrxeyewear I'll be using it for driving

[@theuncanspan]

@@sportrxeyewear thanks a lot for your input i've just found out about my Radar EV Path lenses and they're prizm black polarized and they're just beautiful and has a balanced mirrored look. off topic: who's this am I speaking to if you don't mind me asking.

[@alecsanderfuentes3913]

SportRx is prizm iridium lenses darker than regular iridium lenses? Like sapphire lenses

[@jhallock]

When will these be available? Doesn't look like they're for sale anywhere online for the Radar EV Path frame 😩

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi Jeff! You can check them out here: www.sportrx.com/oakley-radar-ev-path.html page over to the second page of colorways and you will find it in Grey Ink with PRIZM Road Black. If you have any questions you can always contact one of our certified opticians here: www.sportrx.com/contact

[@jhallock]

@@sportrxeyewear Thanks 😎

[@EyeInfluence]

Love the lenses but where can we get that SportRx Jersey?!

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hahaha! We are looking into getting new ones designed soon!

[@EyeInfluence]

@@sportrxeyewear Where can I sign up for the wait list? :)

[@Chris-de2qc]

@@sportrxeyewear any update?

[@harmanlesli]

Any idea how long it will be before it's available in prescription?

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi Lesli! It typically takes a few months after a new PRIZM lens is released. We are hoping PRIZM Trail Torch is available sooner than that though! Unfortunately, Oakley has not given us any rx release date so far. You can always reach one of our certified opticians to check on rx-ability in the future: www.sportrx.com/contact Thanks for reaching out!

[@suncity9152]

Having trouble identifying which lenses I have on my ev advancers. They seem to be a violet / yellowish tint. Many thanks

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hmmm that is difficult to say without seeing the lens. We would recommend looking at the sku/model number on the inside of the temple arm. It should start with OO9442-...If you look that number up on google it will tell you which lens the model features.

[@suncity9152]

@@sportrxeyewear unfortunately mine does no have a sku. I think they may be road lenses , there's no way to send a pic huh

[@richardszuban7395]

Are PRIZM lenses polarized? Thank you.

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi Richard! Not all Prizm lenses are polarized. Here's a chart that shows which Prizm lenses are available in polarized: www.sportrx.com/blog/oakley-prizm-prescription-lenses/#Are%20all%20PRIZM%20lenses%20polarized?.

[@wasupwitdat1mofiki94]

I just ordered the Oakley Clifdens. I hate the style of Oakley's cycling glasses. Most glasses for cycling specifically look stupid in my opinion. I like the style of the Clifdens and I hope the lenses I picked work out or if not I will be shopping for something else like possibly another pair of Rudy's.

[@sportrxeyewear]

Great to hear! Let us know how they work out for you! Thanks for checking out our video.

[@mamoonrasheed3378]

But as far as it's about sunglasses your channel is 👌mamamiya

[@ricardodelpozo2486]

Do you have replacement lenses for radar path???

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi there-sorry for the delayed response. We do not sell replacement Oakley parts but you can ways check oakley.com

[@McNasty96]

Is there anyway to get prism road black on custom holbrooks? I use them as motorcycle glasses

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi Clayton! You can get that option in prescription at SportRx but it is not available as a stock lens option from Oakley in that model.

[@McNasty96]

SportRx word I’ll hit you up when I get a stigmatism

[@Gage95]

Does Oakley make "Prizm Road BLACK" for my "Oakley SI SPEED JACKET" ? I have the deep sea fishing lenses for these, but I love Oakley so much I just want to use all of their products! Lol. Additionally, do you know if Oakley makes ANY "transparent" (to a certain degree) red or yellow lenses? I would need them for night driving / gaming / computer use as my eyes are strained easily from car headlights and the blue-light from computers, phones, TVs, etc. Thank You So Much, Gage.

[@jeffwien6460]

Are the prizm jade road polarized? I don’t want polarized- I want them for golf

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi Jeff! No, PRIZM Road Jade are not polarized.

[@darrenb7372]

not sure if you are aware but there is a ‘golf’ lens which is reviewed by a chap called cyclist pete that is terrific for cycling. I’ve got prizm road black, golf, and low light lenses. I have 2 pairs of glasses to save constant swapping :) www.oakley.com/en-gb/product/W0OO9442R?variant=888392436108

[@sirbrian9404]

Can I get prize lens for my full metal jacket Oakley sunglasses

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi Brian! Unfortunately Oakley does not offer PRIZM replacement lenses for discontinued models. Thanks for reaching out!

[@ironman1080]

Sir is this for cycling or outdoor for every place ?

[@sportrxeyewear]

While these lenses were specifically designed for cycling, how and where you decide to use them is entirely up to the wearer! For example, i like the prizm road when runnning in spotty cloud conditions when the sun is poking through in various spots compared to the prizm road black that i find performs a bit better in very bright and hot conditions.

[@ironman1080]

@@sportrxeyewear thank you sir for ur answer and is that right Oakley sunglasses after years the lens get peeling pls sir tell me how I care about the lens and what’s the thing make lens peeling

[@simonpicard6050]

Is the black version better for winter running in snow?

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi there! Yes! Especially if the sun come out and creates some reflective glare off the snow.

[@simonpicard6050]

@@sportrxeyewear Thanks for the reply

[@mateuszzwolinski5472]

Is it availible for Flak 2.0?

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi there! PRIZM Road Black is not yet available in the Flak 2.0 XL-it should be coming soon though!

[@henrikandersen588]

Which one do you guys prefer Prizm Road or Prizm Road black?

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hi Henrik! Great question! PRIZM Road Black really excels in bright and sunny conditions but PRIZM Road does have a lot of versatility built into the lens. AND there is now PRIZM Road Jade which is a happy medium of the two! Sounds like that may be the best option for you. Check out our comparison video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZitcoaKeceCarM

[@henrikandersen588]

@@sportrxeyewear Thank you the quick answer. It looks like the Prizm Road Jade could be a good alternative to the dansih weather we have here, because it is in the middle of the other 2. So if it is mixed weather not always super sunny, you would also recommend the Prizm Road Jade?

[@Buddy2356-]

Would prizm road black also be good for baseball?

[@sportrxeyewear]

Hey Buddy! The Prizm Road Black does share some similarities with the Prizm Field (designed specifically for baseball) in terms of base tint color and contrast enhancement, but may also prove too dark with a VLT of 11%. That said, if you're particularly sensitive to bright light, you may find it beneficial especially in very bright environments.

[@lsxczneros7641]

I want to put these lens on my Holbrooks but I don’t want my eyes to be seen as much

[@sportrxeyewear]

In that case, definitely go for the prizm road black! Best option of the two for hiding your eyes from onlookers.

[@bartekzetor1733]

Almost a year later and...

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

New York look. California cool.

[@sportrxeyewear]

All Day 😎

[@singhmandip4396]

Hi is prizm road black safe to drive with all day morning till just before it gets dark

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

@@singhmandip4396 I say yes... safe for driving all day. However, they are quite dark, so once the sun starts going down I need to take them off soon. Awesome glasses, people will compliment them.