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Gafas Oakley Sutro Lite Sweep


Precio normal $21400

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The Gafas Oakley Sutro Lite Sweep typically ships in 5-8 business days

Oakley   |   SKU: OO9465-1639  |   Option: Blanco mate / PRIZM Road

Recogida disponible en RA Cycles - Brooklyn

Normalmente está listo en 24 horas


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Gafas Oakley Sutro Lite Sweep Info

The Oakley Sutro Lite Sweep Glasses trace their lens shape directly to the Oakley Eyeshade — the shield that debuted at the 1984 Olympics and became one of the most recognizable silhouettes in cycling eyewear. The Sutro Lite Sweep takes that swept, upward-curving lens line and pairs it with modern O-Matter frame construction, PRIZM Road optics, and Oakley's Three-Point Fit system. The result is a semi-rimless road shield that earns its place on fast rides for both what it does and what it looks like doing it.

The lens is Plutonite — Oakley's lightweight polycarbonate — tuned specifically for road cycling via PRIZM Road technology. The rose-tinted filter doesn't just tint the world pink; it amplifies specific light wavelengths to increase contrast on road surfaces, making cracks, potholes, and gravel easier to read at speed. Lane markings and traffic signals read more vividly, and the surrounding landscape takes on added depth and color. With 20% visual light transmission, the PRIZM Road lens handles both full-sun and mildly overcast conditions without washing out detail. A hydrophobic lens coating repels water and reduces smearing, and Plutonite provides 100% UV protection — UVA, UVB, and UVC — inherent to the material rather than applied as a coating.

The semi-rimless construction leaves the bottom edge of the lens open, which promotes natural airflow across the face and eliminates frame intrusion when you glance down at your computer or look over your shoulder. At approximately 28 grams, the Sutro Lite Sweep disappears on your face over long rides. Oakley's Three-Point Fit holds the lens in precise optical alignment without pressure points, and the Unobtainium nose pads and ear grips get tackier with sweat — a meaningful advantage on hard efforts or humid days. Wrap-style temple arms with a smooth Unobtainium finish snap open and lock securely, making it easy to stow the glasses in a helmet vent without them collapsing. Lenses are interchangeable for different light conditions. Available in Matte White / PRIZM Road.

Specs at a Glance

  • Frame material: O-Matter (lightweight nylon)
  • Lens material: Plutonite (polycarbonate)
  • Lens technology: PRIZM Road — 20% VLT, rose-tinted, Category 3
  • UV protection: 100% UVA/UVB/UVC
  • Frame style: Semi-rimless shield
  • Fit system: Three-Point Fit; Unobtainium nose pads and ear grips
  • Temple arms: Wrap-style, 138mm
  • Lens dimensions: 139mm wide × 60mm tall
  • Weight: ~28g
  • Lens interchangeability: Yes
  • Color: Matte White / PRIZM Road

Design Benefits

  1. PRIZM Road optics: Fine-tuned for road cycling — amplifies contrast on asphalt, sharpens lane markings and traffic signals, and improves depth perception across changing light conditions.
  2. Eyeshade-inspired sweep lens: The upward-curving lens base delivers wide peripheral coverage and a distinctive silhouette, referencing one of Oakley's most iconic cycling designs.
  3. Unobtainium grip system: Nose pads and ear grips increase traction when wet from sweat or rain — the fit actually improves as the ride gets harder.
  4. Semi-rimless airflow: The open lower lens edge promotes natural ventilation and eliminates frame interference in the lower field of view.
  5. Wrap-style temples: 138mm arms with a secure snap-open mechanism for confident helmet vent storage mid-ride.

The RA Perspective

The Sutro Lite Sweep is one of those products where you need to be deliberate about what you're recommending it for. It's not the most aerodynamic shield we carry. It's not the lightest. What it is, is one of the better-looking road shields in this price range, with genuinely strong optics and a fit system that holds up across long, hard efforts.

The PRIZM Road tuning is well-matched to what road cyclists actually need — the contrast enhancement on asphalt reads like a real-world benefit rather than a marketing claim. When you're descending at speed or riding in early morning light, the ability to pick up subtle road texture changes faster than you could with a standard tint is worth something. The 20% VLT puts it in the right range for most road riding conditions short of low-light commuting.

What makes the Sutro Lite Sweep distinct from the standard Sutro Lite is the lens shape — that swept, upward-curving base is pulled from the classic Oakley Eyeshade, which debuted at the 1984 Olympics. If you know your Oakley history, the reference lands. If you don't, the shape still works — it gives the glasses a character that the more rectangular Sutro Lite doesn't quite have.

The Unobtainium grip system is something we tell every customer about. The nose pads and ear grips get tackier as they get wet, which is the opposite of what standard rubber does. On a long summer ride, this is not a minor detail. The wrap-style temples also snap firmly open, which makes them easy to slot into a helmet vent without the arms flopping closed. At $214, the Sutro Lite Sweep is a solid pick for riders who want road-specific optics in a frame with some visual identity.

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