DrtyHarry
Oakley Expert
I work as a driver. I literally spend more time driving than doing anything else and "safety is my profession". I deal with changing light conditions on a daily basis.
I have arrived at the ultimate rotation for the safest, most pleasurable driving possible. They are either M2 frame or Batwolf because of complete peripheral coverage (and I am basically partial to shield lens).
Prizm Daily is the ultimate driving lens, and probably the best sunglass lens period. It is remarkably soothing to the eyes. Since picking it up recently wear this one the most, sometimes I forget I have it on and I'm reluctant to take it off.
Tungsten iridium polarized is next, for the alternate tint and dealing with glare, but the particular tint allows for very precise vision.
Tungsten doesn't deal with extreme sunlight as well as VR28 BIP... however I have phased out BIP because even on sunny days, I will sometimes drive through the forest, BIP can actually be dangerous at times so the contrast VR28 lens is far preferable.
Prizm Trail should be called Prizm Rain honestly... it makes rainy days look so beautiful I like to put it on and feel superior to everyone.
So there ya have it from a guy who lives and breathes on the road.
Thanks...this was the real world life experience I was looking for, as well as the others who have chimed in. I just honestly felt the DPs were not strong enough. But...I have now have 3 blades, RUBY, BIP, ICE. If I was to get a fourth...and I really don't want to, I was going to go with +OO Red (I like the high gloss finish on the frame). But, I am hearing so many mixed reviews on the PD now. I saw a pair of new ICE lenses for the blade on eBay...but like a fool, I passed. They were only $30. If I see a DP lens for sale, I'll pick it up and swap it out with the BIP when needed. I have 3 Blades like I said, don't really want a 4th...but wouldn't mind getting lenses. Heck...I have over a dozen back up lenses for my Juliets, and another dozen Big Taco lenses waiting to be cut for my Pennys and Juliets as well.
So if I get another Blade...it will probably be the DP...even though I LOVE the +OO Red polar. Really pisses me off how we can't buy lenses. SUCKS!!!! They don't trust us? It's like how NJ doesn't let you pump your own gas...the attendant has to do it. Ugh...
Harry