New cycling glasses from Oakley: Radar, Sphaera and Kato in a new look

To mark the company's 50th anniversary, Californian eyewear manufacturer Oakley is presenting three new models for the 2025 cycling season: the Radar Plate, Sphaera Slash and Velo Kato are based on proven technologies and feature Prizm lens technology, which enhances colours and contrasts. Non-slip nose pads and temple tips are designed to ensure a secure fit.

Radar plate with improved field of vision

The Radar Plate is a further development of the popular Radar series for the 2025 season and, according to Oakley, combines "characteristic attitude with modern details". The optimised nose bridge is designed to provide a wider field of vision. The Prizm lenses promise clear vision right into the corner of the eye and good contrast. Like all models presented, the Radar Plate has non-slip nose pads and temple tips. These are designed to ensure a secure fit even on sweaty climbs or bumpy descents. The Radar Plate is aimed at ambitious cyclists who value good all-round vision.

Sphaera Slash with striking glass shape

According to the manufacturer, the Sphaera Slash represents a "bold evolution of Oakley's most subtle eyewear" and is specially designed for the 2025 season. The most striking feature is the distinctive "slash" lens shape. This is based on "decades of research driven by athletes". The frame offers a wide field of vision, which is complemented by the Prizm lenses. Front ventilation is designed to maximise air circulation and prevent fogging. The lightweight frame, non-slip nose pads and moulded temple tips are designed to ensure a comfortable fit - even in combination with helmets or caps. The Sphaera Slash is therefore suitable for long training sessions and competitions.

Velo Kato optimised for speed

The Velo Kato has been specially designed for high speeds and the demands of the 2025 cycling season. The large-area Plutonite lens with Prizm technology is designed to offer maximum protection and clear vision. The so-called PhysioMorphic Geometry enables a particularly close fit to the face. Ventilation incisions on the frame are designed to improve aerodynamics and maximise air circulation at the same time. The hingeless design also expands the field of vision. Oakley recommends the Velo Kato in combination with the new Velo Mach helmet as a "cycling system for high speeds". The glasses are aimed at racers who want to optimise every detail for more speed.

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Oakley's legacy in cycling

Since its foundation in 1975, Oakley has significantly influenced the development of eyewear in cycling. The breakthrough came in 1986, when Greg LeMond became the first rider to win the Tour de France wearing Oakley glasses. Since then, many top riders have put their trust in the glasses from California. In the recent past, for example, British sprinter Mark Cavendish has celebrated numerous stage wins in Grand Tours with Oakley models. With the new eyewear for the 2025 season, the manufacturer wants to build on these successes. The combination of proven technologies and new designs should appeal to amateur riders and professionals alike.