The BG Climbing Belay Glasses are an inexpensive pair of belay glasses that still get the job done. The plastic frame is thin and lightweight, though it isn’t adjustable, so it might not fit everyone. It does allow for a good field of view and peripheral vision though. The frames are also able to be worn along with other glasses and sunglasses. The first belay glasses were invented in 2007 by climber Albi Schneider from Germany. [ citation needed] Gallery [ edit ] If you wear prescription glasses for your vision – or often wear sunglasses at the crag – it’s important that your belay glasses work with your other glasses. Some belay glasses are designed to be compatible to wear over other glasses, which works, although it can feel a little clunky. The Y&Y Clip Up can only be worn by being clipped to another pair of glasses, so they are a great choice for those who wear glasses all the time.

the peripheral field around the sides of the lenses, allowing the belayer to remain aware of their surroundings. How to Use Belay Glasses". The British Mountaineering Council. Archived from the original on 15 April 2015 . Retrieved 23 April 2015. The Y&Y Vertical Plasfun are a well-crafted pair of belay glasses that come in a variety of colors, so you can sport your personal style at the crag or in the gym. The plastic frames are lightweight and extremely comfortable, and they are thin enough to stay out of the way of your peripheral vision so you can stay aware of your surroundings while you keep your eyes on your climber.Delivered Monday to Saturday 8am-8pm, excluding bank holidays. Once despatched you will receive updates from the courier. The Y&Y Vertical Clip-Up Belay Glasses are a unique pair of belay glasses that are not meant to be worn on their own, but rather clipped to another pair of glasses, making them ideal for those people who always wear prescription lenses. They are designed to clip to your glasses, then can be flipped up out of the way when you don’t need them, thanks to a handy hinge mechanism. And don't worry if you already sport some face furniture: wearers of eyeglasses and users of sunglasses can wear Y&Y Belay Glasses too.

The sizes of the prisms vary between belay glasses. A larger prism will give you a greater field of vision, which is ideal for watching your climber. However, a smaller prism will allow you to see around the lens, which is useful for keeping an eye on what is in your peripheral vision, especially when you need to move around to belay.