Is Face Shield Cycling Actually Worth It?

I honestly didn't think face shield cycling would become such a thing until I spent a whole summer swallowing gnats on every downhill stretch and getting pelted by gravel from passing trucks. If you've spent any significant time on two wheels, you know the struggle. You're out there trying to enjoy a nice Saturday morning ride, but between the wind drying out your contacts, the bugs making a home in your teeth, and the sun beating down on your face, it can get a bit much. ...

May 17, 2026 · 7 min · Vicki Ivy