Eyeglasses for Kitesurfing
Eyeglasses for Kitesurfing:
Demon offers eyeglasses designed for perfect fit and maximum protection for your eyes in all atmospheric conditions.
Kitesurfing, commonly referred to as "Kite," is a sailing sport practiced in both freshwater and saltwater. It emerged recently (in 1999) as an evolution of surfing.
FUNDAMENTAL TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
For kitesurfing, the use of wrap-around sports glasses is essential for maximum stability and protection of the eyes from splashes of water. It’s important to note that not all sports eyeglasses are the same. How can you evaluate an ideal pair of sports glasses for kitesurfing compared to a less effective one? Below is a list of essential features to consider when choosing your next pair of kitesurfing eyeglasses:
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Lightness, Elasticity, Impact Resistance: All DEMON eyeglass frames for kitesurfing are made from TR90, a special composition of nylon and carbon fiber that makes the glasses 20% lighter than conventional materials. This material is more elastic, significantly reducing tension on the temples during use while maintaining excellent stability. It is also considerably more resistant to impacts and stress. TR90 is a durable material that extends the lifespan of the glasses, allowing them to better withstand the pressure generated by prescription lenses.
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Wraparound Design: The wraparound style is another essential feature for kitesurfing eyeglasses. This design utilizes curved lenses that conform to the shape of the face, providing better protection from side light and splashes of both fresh and saltwater, which could impair vision and performance. The curvature not only protects the eyes but also the internal prescription lenses mounted on the clip (if present), preventing contact with water. Maintaining a proper fit allows the athlete to focus solely on performance and enjoy surfing the waves to the fullest.
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Optical Clip: The optical clip solution is ideal for athletes who need to use prescription lenses while practicing their favorite sport. The clip offers a high-performance and economical option. In fact, creating prescription lenses with a base curve of 8 can be very expensive and may cause annoying lateral visual distortions due to the high curvature. The optical clip completely revolutionizes the concept of sports eyewear. This technology is integrated directly into the frame of the sports glasses, creating a "double lens" effect where the external lens features the characteristics of sports eyewear, while the internal lens is a standard neutral prescription lens. The clip uses a base curve of 6, effectively reducing the likelihood of lateral distortions, and compared to a base curve of 8, this option reduces costs by approximately 60%.
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Elastic Band: The elastic band, in conjunction with the wraparound design, is another crucial aspect. It helps ensure that athletes do not lose their glasses in the event of a fall into the water, which is vital for those who have prescription lenses fitted to their sports glasses, especially if they are expensive. For some models offered by DEMON for kitesurfing, it is possible to completely fold the temples of the sports glasses to accommodate an elastic band that "anchors" the glasses to the face, providing maximum stability even during strong impacts and pulls.
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Sweat Sponge: Another interesting feature is the sweat sponge, which protects the athlete's eyes not only from drops of sweat that could come into contact with them but also from splashes of water. It's an added protection included in the DEMON kitesurfing glasses that can be adjusted by the athlete as needed.
For some models, the sweat sponge completely covers the profile of the glasses, while for others, it is only located at the top of the frame.
There are various types of lenses that can be used for different light and atmospheric conditions. Below are the main lenses proposed for kitesurfing glasses:
- Photochromic Lenses 2-4: Photochromic lenses 2-4 are special photochromic lenses with a base color of smoke, capable of reaching category 4 during maximum use. The starting point is a very light smoke color that allows for proper visibility in areas with strong shade or very low light. Under optimal light and UV conditions, these lenses can reach category 4 during peak use. They are specially designed for those who seek photochromic lenses but are particularly sensitive to very bright light.
- Photochromic Lenses: Photochromic lenses are lenses that, when exposed to UV radiation or sunlight, undergo a reversible chemical reaction and darken. Once the light source is removed, the lenses gradually return to their original state of transparency. In short, they are lenses that adjust according to the intensity of light.
- Interchangeable Lenses: Identified by the name DCHANGE, these glasses come with a set of three interchangeable lenses. Each pair of glasses includes a pair of Smoke Category 3 lenses (for sunny weather), a pair of Orange Category 2 lenses (for cloudy weather), and a pair of Clear Category 1 lenses (for low light).
- Prescription Lenses Directly on the Frame: For athletes seeking kitesurfing glasses with prescription lenses directly on the frame, DEMON has created the VISTA SPORT, ALTAVIA, XLITE J models, which are ultralight, wraparound, and elastic.
The characteristics of each individual item are available in the product sheet within the dedicated descriptions section. This allows you to comfortably choose your sports glasses from home. Our e-commerce platform makes the process simple, and chat support is available for any technical questions or doubts about which model is best for you.
