eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

So that my glasses don't fall off, I attach one of
these sports-bands (I think that's what they're called).

Problem is, the attachment to the arms of the glasses
isn't so secure, and comes loose, glasses fall off or
get knocked off, and get damaged.

So, how do they attach?

[Sorry for my evident inability to better describe
the apparatus (way too fancy a word for it); probably
the only ones who'll be able to visualize the thing
will be those who themselves use these things!]

Each end of the (adjustable=length) elastic-band has a
plastic loop, through which you insert the end of
the "arms" (the part that goes over the ears).

At the band-end of each plastic-loop is a tightly-wrapped
metal-band, which you can slide up towards the fatter part
of the loop, ie the part you inserted the "arm"-end through.

Which tightens the loop around the arm, so it won't slide
off.

Problem is, that thing you slid forward doesn't always
*stay* forward, but slides back a bit, sometimes, letting
the loop get bigger again, letting it come off the arm,
freeing the glasses to fall off.

------

I've tried dripping glue on the boundary between the
plastic loop and the metal thing.

I've tried both instant-glue ("crazy"? glue), and
Duco Cement. Neither works very well.

I was thinking maybe a soldering-gun could melt the
plastic? Maybe a candle? Maybe wrap some wire around
the plastic, just "behind" the slid-slider. Or maybe
some other kind of glue?

One problem with applying the glue is that the
directions always say to apply it first to both
surfaces, separately, then let it sit for maybe
a minute, and only THEN, pressing them together.

Not so easy with this thing -- I mean, just what
do you glue separately, when one of the two
surfaces are the *inside* of the metal slider-thing,
which you can't get at (the inside is pressing
against the plastic it is going to slide along).

All I need to do is put *something* at the back end
of the slid-slider, so it can't slide back.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

David

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

David,

Being nearsighted myself, I know exactly what you are referring to. I've
never had the slippage problem that you are experiencing but there are lot's
of sticky agents that may work. You may have to try a few before you find
one that works. Here are a couple of things to try. Belt dressing from the
auto parts store. I think this comes in spray on versions. Bow rosin from
the music store. This does come as a spray. Glue Stix are available in most
stationary stores.
I prefer wearing heavy, horn rimmed, safety glasses in sports.

Good luck,
Dave M.

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

"David Combs" wrote in message
...
So that my glasses don't fall off, I attach one of
these sports-bands (I think that's what they're called).

Problem is, the attachment to the arms of the glasses
isn't so secure, and comes loose, glasses fall off or
get knocked off, and get damaged.

So, how do they attach?

[Sorry for my evident inability to better describe
the apparatus (way too fancy a word for it); probably
the only ones who'll be able to visualize the thing
will be those who themselves use these things!]

Each end of the (adjustable=length) elastic-band has a
plastic loop, through which you insert the end of
the "arms" (the part that goes over the ears).

At the band-end of each plastic-loop is a tightly-wrapped
metal-band, which you can slide up towards the fatter part
of the loop, ie the part you inserted the "arm"-end through.

Which tightens the loop around the arm, so it won't slide
off.

Problem is, that thing you slid forward doesn't always
*stay* forward, but slides back a bit, sometimes, letting
the loop get bigger again, letting it come off the arm,
freeing the glasses to fall off.

------

I've tried dripping glue on the boundary between the
plastic loop and the metal thing.

I've tried both instant-glue ("crazy"? glue), and
Duco Cement. Neither works very well.

I was thinking maybe a soldering-gun could melt the
plastic? Maybe a candle? Maybe wrap some wire around
the plastic, just "behind" the slid-slider. Or maybe
some other kind of glue?

One problem with applying the glue is that the
directions always say to apply it first to both
surfaces, separately, then let it sit for maybe
a minute, and only THEN, pressing them together.

Not so easy with this thing -- I mean, just what
do you glue separately, when one of the two
surfaces are the *inside* of the metal slider-thing,
which you can't get at (the inside is pressing
against the plastic it is going to slide along).

All I need to do is put *something* at the back end
of the slid-slider, so it can't slide back.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

David

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

"David Combs" wrote in message
...
So that my glasses don't fall off, I attach one of
these sports-bands (I think that's what they're called).

Problem is, the attachment to the arms of the glasses
isn't so secure, and comes loose, glasses fall off or
get knocked off, and get damaged.

So, how do they attach?

[Sorry for my evident inability to better describe
the apparatus (way too fancy a word for it); probably
the only ones who'll be able to visualize the thing
will be those who themselves use these things!]

Each end of the (adjustable=length) elastic-band has a
plastic loop, through which you insert the end of
the "arms" (the part that goes over the ears).

At the band-end of each plastic-loop is a tightly-wrapped
metal-band, which you can slide up towards the fatter part
of the loop, ie the part you inserted the "arm"-end through.

Which tightens the loop around the arm, so it won't slide
off.

Problem is, that thing you slid forward doesn't always
*stay* forward, but slides back a bit, sometimes, letting
the loop get bigger again, letting it come off the arm,
freeing the glasses to fall off.

------

I've tried dripping glue on the boundary between the
plastic loop and the metal thing.

I've tried both instant-glue ("crazy"? glue), and
Duco Cement. Neither works very well.

I was thinking maybe a soldering-gun could melt the
plastic? Maybe a candle? Maybe wrap some wire around
the plastic, just "behind" the slid-slider. Or maybe
some other kind of glue?

One problem with applying the glue is that the
directions always say to apply it first to both
surfaces, separately, then let it sit for maybe
a minute, and only THEN, pressing them together.

Not so easy with this thing -- I mean, just what
do you glue separately, when one of the two
surfaces are the *inside* of the metal slider-thing,
which you can't get at (the inside is pressing
against the plastic it is going to slide along).

All I need to do is put *something* at the back end
of the slid-slider, so it can't slide back.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

David

The ones I have for my glasses use salvia on the ends. Put the ends on the
glasses and let dry. They hold really well and will release when caught.

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

In article , (David Combs) wrote:
So that my glasses don't fall off, I attach one of
these sports-bands (I think that's what they're called).

[snip tale of woe]
Any suggestions?

Contact lenses?

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

The ones I have for my glasses use salvia on the ends. Put the ends on the
glasses and let dry. They hold really well and will release when caught.




Now, do you mean that the instructions tell you to use
saliva, or is it a trick you've found to work?


Thanks!

David

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

The ones I have for my glasses use salvia on the ends. Put the ends on the
glasses and let dry. They hold really well and will release when caught.




Now, do you mean that the instructions tell you to use
saliva, or is it a trick you've found to work?


Thanks!

David

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

In article .net,
David Martel wrote:
David,

snip
I prefer wearing heavy, horn rimmed, safety glasses in sports.

Good luck,
Dave M.



It's not for sports -- just for normal wear.

But I still can't have them falling off -- and breaking,
eg when driving a car.

Thanks,

David

PS: any ideas on *melting* (well, welding, sort of) a bump
into the plastic, so the metal things *cannot* slip back
over it?

David

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

In article .net,
David Martel wrote:
David,

snip
I prefer wearing heavy, horn rimmed, safety glasses in sports.

Good luck,
Dave M.



It's not for sports -- just for normal wear.

But I still can't have them falling off -- and breaking,
eg when driving a car.

Thanks,

David

PS: any ideas on *melting* (well, welding, sort of) a bump
into the plastic, so the metal things *cannot* slip back
over it?

David

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

On 14-Jun-2004, (David Combs) wrote:

All I need to do is put *something* at the back end
of the slid-slider, so it can't slide back.

Any suggestions?

Dump them and get a better type. Those things have been around
for ages and they are the least effective and most uncomfortable
design. I was forced to wear that type when I was a kid and
I would only recommend them to someone I really despised.

There are better bands around that have a rubber tube that covers
the end of the arm of your glasses without any adjustment. If
you go to a decent outdoor gear shop, you'll see them.

http://www.rei.com/online/store/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=40000008000&langId=-1&storeId=8000&categoryId=10075656&vcat=REI_SSHP_T IMETOOLSOPTICS_TOC

Mike

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

On 14-Jun-2004, (David Combs) wrote:

All I need to do is put *something* at the back end
of the slid-slider, so it can't slide back.

Any suggestions?

Dump them and get a better type. Those things have been around
for ages and they are the least effective and most uncomfortable
design. I was forced to wear that type when I was a kid and
I would only recommend them to someone I really despised.

There are better bands around that have a rubber tube that covers
the end of the arm of your glasses without any adjustment. If
you go to a decent outdoor gear shop, you'll see them.

http://www.rei.com/online/store/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=40000008000&langId=-1&storeId=8000&categoryId=10075656&vcat=REI_SSHP_T IMETOOLSOPTICS_TOC

Mike

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

quoting:
So that my glasses don't fall off, I attach one of
these sports-bands (I think that's what they're called).

[...]


What are you doing when they fall off?

Glasses, when properly fitted will not fall off or slip under normal
activities. They should fit snuggly to the point if you look down they will
hang nicely on the ears. If they are falling off or slippig under normal
activities, then they are too loose. Go to your eye doctor who sold you the
glasses and have them checked out.

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

quoting:
So that my glasses don't fall off, I attach one of
these sports-bands (I think that's what they're called).

[...]


What are you doing when they fall off?

Glasses, when properly fitted will not fall off or slip under normal
activities. They should fit snuggly to the point if you look down they will
hang nicely on the ears. If they are falling off or slippig under normal
activities, then they are too loose. Go to your eye doctor who sold you the
glasses and have them checked out.

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

Thanks for the various advices!

Here's what I finally did:

Went to radio shack, got a reel of 24-guage *un*-insulated
wire (ie, bare wire), nice and thin, and wrapped it around
the grippers, just behind the shoved-up-hard thingie
that makes the gripper grip (each) the arm of the glasses.

Works fine!

Thanks,

David

eye-glasses sports-band (elastic, around head): glue? heat?
 

David Combs wrote:

Thanks for the various advices!

Here's what I finally did:

Went to radio shack, got a reel of 24-guage *un*-insulated
wire (ie, bare wire), nice and thin, and wrapped it around
the grippers, just behind the shoved-up-hard thingie
that makes the gripper grip (each) the arm of the glasses.

Works fine!

Thanks,

David
why not get some duct tape and wrap it around the arms of the glasses
and then around your head.. if it then falls off then something is
wrong...