Oakley Encoder Strike Vented Cycling Sunglasses Review - feat. 24K Prizm Lens + Unobtanium Temple

[@bigboxxx]

I love my black ones

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Glad to hear it. I'm a bit partial to the 24K gold lens, it's flashy but unique.

[@pasquitaly]

Do you think they will be good even for running?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, these sunglasses are quite light and have grippy temple arms so even if you run they should stay in place.

[@bobbydazzler1780]

In head down cycling position where the eyeline goes higher are you aware of the vents in your line of view compared with the unvented version?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I haven't had any issues with the vents even while in a tucked aero position. The vents are narrow so they are out of your field of view unlike the Sutro vented which have much larger vents that were distracting.

[@katusbush]

Awesome review. Just a quick one, I had the Kato and the arm broke off. The store gave me a 100% refund and I am keen to get a new set of Oakleys. I’m very interested in the Encoder. Cannot make my mind up between vented or not. I normally ride in warm conditions but want to know if you think the vents actually make a difference?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Thanks! I haven't ridden with the non-vented version so I can't say anything specific. However, having a vent seems like it should only help, and the vents are out of the way so there is no harm with having them.

[@katusbush]

@@TheSweetCyclists Thanks. I’ll give them a go and let you know 😉. Great channel.

[@jspicecue1463]

Are those polarized?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

No, the 24K is not polarized. As far as I can tell, Oakley does not offer a polarized lens for the Encoder sunglasses.

[@richardgarrett3188]

I can't get behind these having a premium price with non-interchangeable lenses. I've found that the lenses on the Jawbreakers I have had for years only last about 2 years before the lens coatings start coming off and make them unusable. I even wash them after every ride to make sure sweat isn't eating away at the coating. Good thing I can buy replacement lenses for them to keep them going year after year.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

That's a good point. I'm surprised you've had coating come off, the only time I've swapped lenses is after getting too many scratches on them.

[@ilias2841]

So if you scratch them up you’re basically stuck with non interchangeable lenses …. Deal breaker ! That’s why the radar is still the best