[pct-l] Transitions lenses for thru-hike?

[rogercarpenter at comcast.net]

Rachael,
I have never used transitional lenses.  Instead I like to have clip-on flip-up sunglasses over my frames.  I find that when walking from forests into open, sunny areas I can flip the shades up and down whenever I need to.  The flip-ups are relatively cheap and very light weight.  I realize they are not fashionable, but out there on the trail who cares?   If you get a pair that are slightly larger than your frames they give you a little side protection, too. 

Roger 

-------------- Original message -------------- 
From: "Rachael Howard" <rachaelmw at gmail.com> 

> I have terrible vision, so I'm trying to work out an eyewear solution 
> for next year's PCT thru-hike. Since I'm unable to wear contacts for 
> an extended period of time, I am considering purchasing a pair of 
> glasses with Transitions lenses. Has anyone used these before, and if 
> so, would you consider them a viable option for a thru-hike? The 
> alternative is to get a pair of prescription sunglasses in addition to 
> my regular glasses, but I want to conserve pack weight/space for 
> other things. Thanks! 
> 
> -Rachael 
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