Sooner than this summer time my simplest wisdom of Julbo used to be that they subsidized Squamish-based shredder Remy Metailler. I used to be glad to get the be offering to check a couple myself, and I opted for the Edge style with each a photochromic lens and a transparent lens.
After a couple of months of checking out the Edge shades inspired me in different tactics. I favored their massive, protecting lenses, mild weight, and flexibility for any mild or climate prerequisites. Additionally they refused to fog up, and their lens switch gadget is painlessly easy.
Julbo Edge Shades – Building Options:
The very first thing that stood out concerning the Edge shades is their massive lenses. Specifically, the lenses are rather tall top-to-bottom, measuring 64mm. Their form is obviously designed to provide complete eye coverage and just right decrease peripheral imaginative and prescient.
The Edge is indexed as providing a big are compatible. I don’t have an enormous head and they’re relatively broad at 131mm, however they are compatible me beautiful smartly. The palms are 124mm lengthy, which achieve simply to the again of my ears. The Edge frames had been designed to supply a large field-of-view, and I discovered they unquestionably do.
The Edge style I examined comes with two lenses, one Spectron 0 transparent lens and one Reactiv Era top distinction photochromic lens. The Reactiv lens covers class 1-3 mild prerequisites. They enable between 13-72% transmission to fit any climate from cloudy prerequisites to full-on sunshine.
The Reactiv lens isn’t temperature delicate, so it’ll stay aware of mild whether or not it’s chilly or heat out of doors. Julbo additionally claims their lenses have an excessively speedy reaction time when adjusting to mild ranges.
Lenses can temporarily and simply be swapped because of the Edge’s MagneFix magnetic lens switch gadget. A magnet at the bridge holds the lens in position, and an easy upward thrust disconnects the lens from the body. Julbo’s lenses have an anti-fog coating however at the Edge shades in addition they slightly contact the frames. The lens principally floats at the frames to make sure just right air flow from both sides.
Julbo’s frames are comprised of Rilsan, a bio-sourced subject material that’s lighter, more potent, and extra eco-friendly than conventional plastic. The Edge shades characteristic a minimalist body design with narrow, instantly palms. This design will most likely make those shades suitable with a large number of helmets. Grip Tech sections at the inside the palms and the adjustable 3-D nostril piece lend a hand make sure that a safe are compatible.
Precise Weight:
Even with the MagneFix lens gadget, my scale weighed the Edge shades at an outstanding 26g (with both lens).
The Edge shades I examined include a difficult shell case (with a slot for a 2nd lens) and a cushy bag/cleansing material.
Journey Impressions:
I attempted 4 other helmets to peer how they jived with the Edge shades. They are compatible positive with my Oakley DRT5 and ABUS MoDrop helmets, however the width changed into a subject with two of my deepest-fitting lids. With my POC Kortal Race MIPS and Endura MT500 helmets, each shells take a seat too low they usually push the palms downwards at my temples.
The Edges’ subject of view is very good – You need to glance to peer the frames at the facets, peak, or backside, and whilst driving I didn’t take into accounts them in any respect (for even much less body visibility, take a look at the additionally superb Julbo Density). The decrease peripheral protection is especially just right, which is perfect for biking. The lens form extends beautiful a ways downwards and the frames simply transparent my cheeks. The huge lenses stay wind off your eyes, and supply a variety of coverage from rain, dust or path particles.
On one experience I realized the palms had been pushing my ears outwards somewhat, and this were given a bit uncomfortable after an hour and a part at the motorcycle. On the other hand, this didn’t turn out to be a constant factor. On all my different rides I discovered the Edges completely relaxed. I slightly adjusted the nosepiece, because the shades are compatible my face smartly proper out of the field.
The Edges do take a seat somewhat additional out on my nostril than I’d like, however simplest by way of a tiny bit. After driving tough terrain, I discovered the shades will slip rather down my nostril, however they simply shift outwards by way of 1-2mm and keep there. At no level did I ever worry I’d lose them off my face. The low weight of the Edges is excellent; Even on longer rides you’ll virtually omit you’re dressed in them.
Julbo’s MagneFix lens switch gadget is inconspicuous and simple. It takes mere seconds to slip one lens off and set up some other. To start with I used to be concerned about how sturdy the magnet could be, because it wasn’t arduous to by chance knock the lens off the frames whilst dealing with the shades. Fortunately the lenses held tight at the trails, by no means even damn or moving let by myself falling off.
The lenses additionally proved superb at fighting condensation. I rode a scorching summer time climb on a sweaty 31° day with the Edges’ Reactiv lens and they didn’t fog up in any respect, staying crystal transparent! I did additionally experience the transparent Spectron 0 lens, and right through my complete take a look at duration I by no means controlled to fog up those glasses.
As promised, Julbo’s Reactiv photochromic lenses unquestionably supply quite a lot of mild transmission. I attempted shifting outside and inside on an excessively sunny day, and may just simply see the lens converting its tint. At their darkest they’re enough for the brightest of days, shading issues to a noticeable level. However, I by no means discovered the Reactiv lens too darkish whilst driving in shady forested spaces.
After all, having the transparent lens simplest furthers the Edges’ usefulness for darker days whilst you simply need coverage from rain and dust splatters. I must be aware the readability at the transparent Spectron 0 lens is very good; it’s like they’re no longer even there.
Pricing and Choices:
The Edge shades (as examined) retail for $289.95, which isn’t reasonable however smartly is fairly for a couple with each photochromic and transparent lenses. Take a look at Julbo’s web site for all of the colour and lens choices; The Edge shades will also be bought with only a photochromic lens, a non-photochromic lens, or with each a photochromic and a transparent lens. Costs range from $184.95 – $289.95.
Julbo covers their shades with an entire life guaranty.