New Grips and Some New Goggles.

I'm pretty sure this season is going to be all about getting the DR ready for some longer trips. I'd like to get everything that needs to be done maintenance-wise and repair-wise, done by the end of this season. Last season I did nothing to the bike. So I guess I'm making up for last season.

My allergies have been crazy this season. I was hoping some new goggles would help keep the pollen and allergens out of my eyes. I came across this kit on Temu.

Each lens can be changed depending on the driving conditions. Dark lens for sunny days, mirrored lens for I guess that "cool guy" look, clears for night riding, and the yellow ones for night-time too. The yellow glasses at night are actually an improvement.

I needed a couple more dollars in my order for the free shipping and decided on some new handlebar grips.

The grips were only $2 and meant as an extra item to get free shipping. Surprisingly, they're really nice for the money. Look just like the old ones, without the tears.

I did want to spend the extra money on a black and gray pair, but they were out of stock. I thought the black and gray ones would go nice with the black and gray color scheme of the bike.

I'm not sure I like the look. I did however, like the way they worked. I rode around for about thirty minutes and when I got home, my eyes were fine. Last time I tried this for a 15 minute ride, and my eyes were a burning bloodshot mess when I got home..

The last few days have been rainy, so I'm guessing the pollen count is a little lower, but I had no issues at all.

Without the goggles, my eyes were burning and bloodshot bright red. I think it has something to do with the pollen or allergens getting into my contact lenses. It doesn't happen when I wear my prescription glasses.

Truth of the matter is, I hate my prescription glasses. So hopefully, I can get back to riding with contacts again.

Hopefully, this fixes the issue. So new glasses for me, some handlebar grips for the bike. Everybody's happy!