Accessories

The right accessory can make your glasses, sunglasses, or sports goggles more comfortable, secure, and useful.

SportEyes carries eyewear accessories for sports glasses, prescription eyewear, sunglasses, goggles, and everyday glasses, including straps and retainers, anti-fog products, lens cleaners, stick-on readers, nose pads, replacement parts, clip-on sunglasses, and more.

Whether you're trying to keep your glasses from slipping during a game, prevent goggles from fogging, add reading power to sunglasses, replace a worn strap, or keep expensive prescription lenses clean, you'll find practical solutions here.

And if you're not sure whether an accessory will work with your particular eyewear, ask us. We've specialized in sports and prescription eyewear for more than 30 years and are happy to help you find the right solution.

Eyeglass Straps & Sports Eyewear Retainers

If your glasses move when you run, ride, play sports, or work, an eyeglass strap or retainer can make a big difference.

SportEyes carries multiple types of eyewear retainers, including Croakies, sport straps, kids' retainers, floating retainers, and straps designed for active use.

Retainers are useful for:

• Sports
• Running
• Cycling
• Hiking
• Fishing
• Boating
• Watersports
• Work
• Kids' eyewear
• Everyday glasses

The right retainer depends on your frame and activity.

Some are designed primarily to keep eyewear from falling off. Others can be tightened to hold the frame more securely against your head during activity.

No-Slip Ear Grips

Sometimes you don't need a full strap.

No-slip ear grips attach to the temples of compatible glasses and help prevent the frame from sliding forward or slipping during movement.

They're a simple option for athletes, kids, or anyone whose glasses tend to move when they sweat.

Kids' Eyeglass Straps

Kids' glasses face a lot of movement.

A properly sized retainer can help keep sports glasses or everyday eyewear in place while children run and play.

SportEyes carries retainers specifically sized for children rather than expecting a child to make an oversized adult strap work.

Floating Eyeglass Retainers

If you're fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, or participating in other watersports, a standard retainer keeps your glasses attached to you—but a floating retainer provides an additional advantage if they end up in the water.

SportEyes carries floating Croakies retainers, float kits, and Ocean floats and leashes for compatible eyewear.

Always check compatibility and buoyancy with your particular eyewear. The weight of a frame and prescription lenses can affect whether a flotation accessory can keep the complete pair afloat.

Anti-Fog Products for Glasses & Goggles

Fogging is one of the most common complaints we hear from athletes.

It can happen when warm, moist air reaches a cooler lens surface and condensation forms. Sports, cold weather, helmets, face coverings, humidity, and close-fitting eyewear can all contribute.

SportEyes carries anti-fog solutions for glasses and goggles, including the Hilco Anti-Fog Combo Kit.

Anti-fog products can be useful for:

• Sports glasses
• Ski and snowboard goggles
• Motorcycle eyewear
• Protective eyewear
• Safety glasses
• Close-fitting sunglasses
• Other compatible lenses

No anti-fog treatment should be considered completely fog-proof. Temperature, humidity, airflow, exertion, frame fit, and lens coatings can all affect fogging.

Eyeglass & Sunglass Lens Cleaners

Good eyewear deserves proper care—especially when you've invested in custom prescription lenses.

SportEyes carries lens cleaning solutions, microfiber cloths, pre-moistened lens cloths, and portable cleaning products.

A proper lens cleaner can help remove:

• Fingerprints
• Skin oils
• Sweat
• Smudges
• Dust
• Everyday grime

Use a clean microfiber cloth rather than a shirt, paper towel, or other abrasive material that may scratch the lenses or damage coatings over time.

Stick-On Bifocals & Reading Lenses

One of the most useful accessories in this collection is also one many customers don't realize exists.

Stick-on readers can add a small reading area to compatible glasses or sunglasses without turning the entire lens into a bifocal.

SportEyes currently carries StickTite Stick On Reader Lenses as well as Press-On Bifocals.

These can be useful when you primarily need clear distance vision but occasionally need help seeing something up close.

Examples include:

• Reading a scorecard while golfing
• Tying fishing knots
• Reading a map
• Checking a cycling computer
• Reading a phone
• Working with small equipment
• Checking gauges or instruments

They can be positioned on the lens based on where the near vision is needed.

Replacement Parts for Sports Glasses & Goggles

A worn strap or small damaged component doesn't always mean you need to replace your entire pair of sports glasses.

SportEyes carries replacement parts for select eyewear, including components for Hilco sports goggles and other compatible products.

Depending on the product, replacement parts may include:

• Straps
• Nose pieces
• Foam
• Prescription adapters
• Temple pieces
• Other frame-specific components

Availability varies considerably by brand and model.

If you're looking for a replacement part, give us the brand and exact model name whenever possible. That makes it much easier for us to determine whether the correct part is still available.

Stick-On Nose Pads

If your glasses sit too low, slide down your nose, or need a small fit adjustment, stick-on nose pads can sometimes help.

They can add cushioning and slightly change how a compatible frame sits on the bridge.

They're not a substitute for choosing the correct frame size, but for certain fit problems, a small adjustment can make eyewear significantly more comfortable.

SportEyes currently carries stick-on nose pads in the accessory collection.

Clip-On & Flip-Up Sunglasses

If you already wear prescription glasses and don't want a separate pair of prescription sunglasses, clip-on or flip-up sunglasses can provide another option.

SportEyes currently carries polarized flip-up sun lenses in several shapes, including square, shallow rectangle, and aviator designs.

These allow you to add sun and glare reduction over compatible prescription glasses and flip the sun lens up when you no longer need it.

The key is getting the right shape and size so the clip-on adequately covers your prescription lenses.

Fitover Sunglasses

Fitovers provide another way to add sun protection without purchasing a separate prescription sunglass.

Instead of clipping onto the prescription frame, fitover sunglasses are designed to fit over compatible eyeglasses.

SportEyes currently carries several Jonathan Paul and Hilco/Leader fitover styles in this collection.

Fitovers can be convenient for:

• Driving
• Walking
• Travel
• Outdoor events
• General sun protection

Fit is critical. The fitover needs enough interior space for your glasses without pressing on them or creating uncomfortable pressure.

One important distinction: fitover sunglasses shouldn't automatically be considered protective sports eyewear simply because they're worn over prescription glasses. If you need certified sports impact protection, choose eyewear designed and documented for the applicable sports standard.

How to Choose the Right Eyewear Accessory

Start with the problem you're trying to solve.

Glasses slipping during sports?
Try a sport retainer, strap, or ear grip.

Glasses keep falling into the water?
Look at floating retainers, float kits, or watersports-specific accessories.

Lenses keep fogging?
Consider a compatible anti-fog product and evaluate whether airflow and fit are contributing to the problem.

Need occasional reading vision?
Stick-on readers or press-on bifocals may provide a simple solution.

Need sun protection over prescription glasses?
Look at flip-up, clip-on, or fitover sunglasses.

Lost or damaged a goggle component?
Check for model-specific replacement parts before replacing the entire goggle.

Trying to protect an expensive prescription?
A good lens cleaner, microfiber cloth, and proper storage are inexpensive compared with replacing damaged lenses.

Sometimes a small accessory can extend the life or usefulness of eyewear you already own.

Why Buy Eyewear Accessories from SportEyes?

An accessory only helps if it works with your eyewear.

We've specialized in sports glasses, sunglasses, goggles, and prescription eyewear since 1996, so we're familiar with the little fit and compatibility issues that aren't always obvious from a product photo.

Customers ask us questions such as:

"Which strap will fit my sports goggles?"

"Can I put these readers on my fishing sunglasses?"

"What can I use to stop my ski goggles from fogging?"

"Do you still have a replacement strap for my goggles?"

"How can I keep my prescription sunglasses from sinking?"

"Will this fitover fit over my prescription frame?"

If you're unsure, contact us with the brand and model of your eyewear. We'll help you determine whether we have an accessory that will work.

Frequently Asked Questions About Eyewear Accessories

How do I keep my sports glasses from slipping?

A properly fitted frame is the first step. If the fit is basically correct but you need additional security, a sports strap, retainer, or no-slip ear grip can help keep the eyewear in position during activity.

What is the difference between an eyeglass strap and a retainer?

The terms are often used interchangeably. Some retainers hang loosely and primarily prevent glasses from being lost, while adjustable sport straps can be tightened to hold eyewear more securely during activity.

How can I keep my glasses from sinking in water?

A floating eyewear retainer or float kit can help with compatible glasses. SportEyes also carries watersports eyewear with floating-frame designs.

Because prescription lenses can add weight, verify that the particular flotation solution is appropriate for your complete eyewear.

Do anti-fog products really work on glasses?

Anti-fog treatments can significantly reduce condensation when they're appropriate for the lens and applied correctly, but no product can guarantee that glasses will never fog.

Humidity, temperature, airflow, exertion, and frame design all play a role.

Can I use anti-fog solution on ski goggles?

It depends on the goggle and product.

Many ski goggles already have an anti-fog treatment on the inside lens, and improper cleaning or chemicals can damage that coating. Follow the goggle manufacturer's care instructions before applying an additional product.

How should I clean prescription sports glasses?

Remove loose dirt or grit first, then use a lens-safe cleaning solution and clean microfiber cloth. Avoid rubbing sand, salt, or abrasive debris across the lens.

Do stick-on bifocals really work?

They can be a very practical solution for someone who primarily needs distance vision but occasionally needs near magnification.

They're especially useful for activities such as golf and fishing because the reading segment can be positioned where you need it.

Can I move stick-on readers from one pair of glasses to another?

That depends on the particular product. Follow the manufacturer's instructions regarding application, removal, cleaning, and reuse.

Can I replace the strap on my sports goggles?

Often, yes, but replacement straps are model-specific. Check the exact brand and model before ordering.

Are fitover sunglasses protective sports glasses?

Not necessarily.

Fitovers are primarily designed to provide sun protection over prescription glasses. Don't assume they provide certified sports impact protection unless the complete product is specifically documented as meeting the applicable standard.

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