Bifocal sunglasses let you see the panel
Louis Viggio of Boulder, Colorado, initially started Dual Eyewear for cyclists. Pilots in Australia suggested he make a pair just for them, which led to new models AV1, AV2, and AV3.
They are not truly bifocal because the top part is plain and the “reader” part (called a diopter) on the bottom is simply a magnifier. The reading power of the diopter portion comes in 1.5, 2.0, and 2.5. (Prescription sunglasses can’t be sold over the counter.)
It turns out that there are a lot of similarities between cycling and flying. Neither pilots nor cyclists want sunglasses that prevent you from seeing an LED screen, as polarization does.
There are two AV1 models, one with polished stainless-steel frames and one with matte-finish stainless-steel frames. There are three AV2 models with bronze gradient, gray lenses, and green lenses. All have just enough of a mirror-like finish to prevent eye strain. Those are $99.95 each. There is one AV3 model for $79.95 that has a reduced price only because it isn’t a common design. The top seller is the AV2 with a bronze gradient (darker on top). All models have an interior anti-reflective coating.
What I like best is the wraparound feature that blocks light from entering the sides. The glasses fit close to the face at the top and bottom, too. They all have Nylon lenses that, the company claims, are shatterproof, more resistant to scratches, and lighter than glass or plastic lenses. Best of all, they all block ultraviolet light.
Each pair comes with a case and cloth bag. If you just need a little magnification for reading, these are the way to go.
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