Product Information
OAKLEY AIRBRAKE™MX Goggle
The New Standard of Protection, Performance and Convenience
Introduction
The culmination of 35 years of MX goggle evolution, Oakley Airbrake™ MX is a true landmark of technology that will render ordinary goggles obsolete. Forget any notion of what defines high performance. Not since the early days of the sport has a single design brought so much innovation. Essential gear for anyone who rides for glory, rides for sport or just rides, the Oakley Airbrake™ MX goggle is the new standard of protection, clarity, comfort and convenience. Every other goggle in the world is now competing for second place. With Airbrake MX, you’ll watch your competitors..See them hesitate..and know you have something they don’t – a Plutonite lens so even the worst race carnage won’t slow you down. Airbrake MX makes you invincible.
Primary Features & Benefits
The New Standard of Protection
When it comes to impact resistance, today’s goggles are not up to the task, so we created a game-changer in the arena of protection technology. This is the first ever MX goggle with a lens made of Plutonite the same premium material that shields the eyes of pro athletes who depend on Oakley eyewear. The durability and impact resistance of this unique synthetic has been proven by those who cannot compromise on protection, including the U.S. Elite Special Forces.
Concentration demands confidence, and pros like Ricky Camichael, Jame Stewart, Ryan Dungey and Ryan Villapoto get it by knowing their Oakley goggles are engineered with industry-leading protection. And when it comes to protection, Airbrake MX is the ultimate.
Unrivaled Convenience of Oakley Switchlock™ Technology
Ordinary MX goggle technology is all about “adapt and survive”. With Airbrake MX, it’s adapt and conquer because riders can switch up their vision with the convenience Oakley Switchlock™ Technology. Our unique design makes the process of lens changing fast and hassle free so you can quickly swap lens tints to optimize vision.
With Switchlock Technology, riders can take advantage of a comprehensive array of premium Oakley lenses. We offer precision-engineered optics for the full range of light conditions, matching unbeatable clarity with balanced transmission that brings out fine detail. In addition to glare-cutting performance, riders can choose lens tints that help them maintain color recognition, or opt for hues that boost visual contrast and improve depth perception.
True, Accurate Vision
Impact resistance isn’t the only benefit of Oakley Plutonite. It’s also the most optically pure lens material ever utilized for goggles. with every single lens made of Plutonite, Airbrake MX gives riders a laser lock focus on triumph. And that’s just part of the story.
Ordinary MX lenses are stamp cut from flat sheets of material then bent to fit conventional goggles, and the crude process can result in optical distortion. That means things aren’t really where the rider sees them. Not so with aAirbrake MX because the lenses are injection molded under extreme pressure to create a contour of optically correct geometry. It’s a level of precision riders need if they are serious about performance and safety.
Instant Adaptability
In addition to quick, no-hassle lens changing with Oakley Switchlock Technology, the chassis of Airbrake MX is engineered to be fully adaptable. Riders can change from roll-offs to tear-offs in seconds and easily swap out faceplates, outrigger configurations, straps – you name it. Airbrake MX is like the Swiss Army Knife of goggles.
Performance Comfort
Staying in the zone means eliminating every possible distraction. That’s why Airbrake MX offers a level of comfort achieved through decades of Oakley innovation. This goggle is the culmination of every breakthrough we’ve made and when riders experience the way it fits and feels, they’ll never compromise victory with a conventional goggle again.
Airbrake MX is composed of durable yet lightweight O Matter® combined with urethane. The rigid outer frame holds the lens securely without bending that can cause virtual distortion, and a soft and pliable inner faceplate conforms to facial contours for a fit that feels custom made.
Maximized Field of Vision
With riders challenging each other at every turn, peripheral vision is key. Answering the demands of MX pros, this sleek frame design has lens curvature that maximizes the field of vision. Achieving side to side curvature while maintaining visual fidelity was a challenge for optical physics, but decades of Oakley R&D made Airbrake MX possible.
In addition to a wide peripheral view with the clarity of visual fidelity, Airbrake MX offers an excellent degree of downward vision so riders can spot their landing zone beyond the berms.
Innovative Roll-Off System
Airbrake MX features a revolutionary roll-off system that utilizes a specially designed cartridge canister for the ultimate in convenience. A clean surface moves into position with the tug of a drawstring, and the vertical field of vision has been maximized to let riders see more of the track in front of them. Compared to ordinary roll-offs, the new system for Airbrake MX increases the total field of view by nearly a third, and expands the vertical field of view by an outstanding 60%.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where will Oakley Airbrake MX be available?
The premier version of Oakley Airbrake MX will be released March1, 2013 . In addition to two Signature Series designs, race-ready roll-offs edition will be released May 1, 2013. Airbrake MX will be available at Motorhelmets.com.
How much will Airbrake MX cost?
Airbrake MX will have a price point between US$150 and US$20.
What frame finishes will be available in the initial release?
Were rolling out Airbrake MX in ten different styles. In addition, a Ryan Villapoto Signature Series edition will be available worldwide and a Jeffrey Herlings Signature Series will be released in Europe.
Styles and Part #’s:
Red Retro Speed w/ Clear Tear-Off 57-981
Race Ready 57-991
Green Retro Speed w/Clear Tear Off 57-984
Podium Check w/ Clear Tear Off 57-987
Hyperdrive Red- Yellow w/ Clear Tear Off 57-985
Jet Black Speed w/ Clear Tear Off 57-979
Race Ready 57-969
Blue Retro Speed w/Clear Tear Off 57-983
White Retro Speed w/Clear Tear Off 57-982
B-1B Stealth w/ Dark Grey Tear Off 57-988
Race Ready 57-992
Pinned Yellow w/ Clear Tear Off 57-986
White Speed w/ Clear Tear Off 57-980
Race Ready 57-990
Villopoto Signature w/ Clear Tear Off 57-978
Herlings Signature w/ Clear Tear Off (Part# TBC)
