A day out on the bike is a great feeling. With the wind blowing through your hair, the sun on your face, and the open road ahead, it’s great finding the right goggles to wear that are comfortable to wear all day and are stylish too. Since more and more states are passing laws that require bikers to wear helmets, you may look at pairs that will fit comfortable around your helmet.

Goggles help deflect debris that can blow off the road while riding. Rocks and debris can be a big problem, depending on what roads you’re driving on, so find a pair that is made of polycarbonate rather than glass. Polycarbonate is a plastic that plastic that won’t shatter like glass can, so it’s safer than wearing glass lenses. If a car flings a rock back at you, you may be startled when it hits your goggles, but you won’t be injured.

Motorcycle goggles also come in a variety of tints and colors. If you’re riding on a bright, sunny day, you may opt to find a pair that has a darker lens. Darker lenses will protect your eyes from road glare, making it easier to see during the bright days, keeping you safer. However, at night, the darker lenses can be a hindrance, and may make them more dangerous to wear. Going with a lighter or yellow shade will give you better road contrasts for riding at dark. They offer the same protection from rocks, debris, and wind, but also let more light through so that you can see the road.

Some companies even offer goggles with interchangeable lenses or even photochromic lenses. With interchangeable lenses, you won’t have to carry around several pairs of goggles, depending on the lighting conditions. You’ll have several options to choose from when the weather changes or during the night. Photochromic lenses are more expensive, but they’re the best choice for goggles. They allow in different levels of light depending on the amount of light being shined on them. So you never have to change your goggles, even if you’re riding from day into night.

If you wear prescription glasses, you still have plenty of options for goggles. Find a pair of goggles that are big enough to allow your normal prescription glasses to fit inside. A pair that is big enough to afford enough space for the frames of your glasses will keep you comfortable, and will not pinch at the bridge of sides of the glasses. Another option is to go with prescription goggles. Some companies offer specially made goggles with lenses that are crafted to your prescription. You’ll be able to wear your goggles comfortably without having to put on a big pair of goggles. If you ride a lot, this may be the right choice for you.

Safety, comfort, and style, are all things to consider when buying a pair of motorcycle goggles. If you don’t wear them now, finding a pair for the next time you ride may make you wonder why you ever rode without them.