TriEye View sports glasses: Everything in view thanks to the rear-view mirror?

The TriEye View sports goggles with built-in rear-view mirror are also designed to make cycling in a group safer, for example because you can keep an eye on fellow cyclists or competitors on the rear wheel. Parents with children in the bike trailer could also find this great to see what's going on in the passenger compartment.

Can TriEye glasses replace a quick glance over the shoulder?

Even many hours in the saddle were not enough in our practical test to automatise the view in the mirror, because even with the best possible adjustment, the head always has to be turned slightly upwards and to the side. This often results in a brief moment of inattention in which you can easily swerve or inadvertently come (too) close to the vehicle in front. The quick glance back over your left shoulder, which has become second nature to you over the years or decades, is something you really have to get out of the habit of, as the mirror box on the left edge of your glasses gets in the way; this is annoying to say the least, but some people also find it dangerous. If you want to watch the traffic from the left at junctions, you have to look over the mirror box. This may become ingrained over time, but it definitely takes longer than just a few exits to get the hang of it.

The more upright and steady you sit in the saddle, the more the third eye in the glasses can unfold its benefits, as the necessary head movement is reduced and focussing on the mirror view is easier. We have given the glasses to many more cyclists to try out than is usual with other products. The conclusion: TriEye defies a classic evaluation in categories such as "good" or "bad". There are cyclists who are immediately convinced by the idea and think it's great. Other cyclists don't get on with it at all, there's almost nothing in between. The goggles as such work perfectly and are available in various sizes, designs and tints from 89.95 euros.

Test summary of the TriEye sports glasses

+ good sports glasses, innovative idea

- Possibly a very long familiarisation period

Info: www.o-synce-shop.de