Do you struggle finding hats, helmets, and eyewear that fit? We get it. Our very own SportRx CEO and avid mountain biker, Rob Tavakoli, is no stranger to this dilemma. We created this guide to Oakley sunglasses for big heads with his personal insight. And if you need a prescription, you're in the right place. That's our specialty! Our Sports Opticians have tested out each frame in this list to help you find the perfect one for you and your activities. Keep reading to see the best Oakley sunglasses for big heads.
Best Oakley Sunglasses for Big Heads
1. How We Choose
2. Oakley Mainlink XL
3. Oakley Sylas XL
4. Oakley Double Edge
5. Oakley Gauge 8
6. Oakley Holbrook XL
7. Oakley Wheel House
8. Oakley Parlay
9. Prescription Oakley Sunglasses for Big Heads
Stay tuned for an updated video here soon! In the meantime, enjoy the previous year's best Oakley sunglasses for big heads, and read on for this year's list.
How We Choose
There are a lot of sunglasses out there. We did the work for you and compiled the best of the best for big heads. Take a look at how we made the tough decisions and curated this list below.
Customer Reviews
Your opinion is the one that matters. That’s why we read what you have to say and choose frames that have highly rated reviews from customers like you. Browse confidently knowing the frames in this list are loved by many.
Field Testing
Our team of ABO Certfied Sports Opticians have tried out each of the frames in this list. Combining our optical expertise with our passion for outdoor pursuits, we pride ourselves in finding the best eyewear for your vision needs and sport of choice. If the frame falls short during our first-hand research, you won’t find it on this list.
Measurement
There are a few ways to find your correct size when looking for sunglasses. While some prefer to focus on lens width as the main factor in choosing the right size frame, SportRx focuses on the frame width. This measurement is listed as SFW SportRx Frame Width. Lens width isn’t always accurate because of other factors like base curve, frame structure, and style. Therefore, frame width is the most accurate measurement for finding your correct size.
Best Oakley Sunglasses for Big Heads
Check out our Sports Optician-tested big Oakley sunglasses below. This list includes some of Oakley’s most popular sunglasses and begins with the largest size. Every sunglass in this list is available with Oakley’s PRIZM™ color and contrast-enhancing lens technology.
Oakley Mainlink XL
We couldn't help but start with one of our very favorite Oakley frames. Mainlink is our go-to because of all its great features and accommodations. This frame comes in a few different sizes, and the XL version is the perfect fit for our friends with larger heads. Unobtanium™ grip along the bottom of the temples and nose pads guarantees the Mainlink XL stays in place, no matter what you get up to. Constructed with O-Matter™ frame material, this sunglass is made for it all.
Oakley Mainlink XL in Grey Ink with PRIZM™ Sapphire Lenses
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Key Features:
- A larger version of the popular Mainlink
- O-Matter™ frame material - durable and provides all-day comfort
- Unobtanium™ nose grip and temples for stability
- Three-Point Fit system offers precise optical alignment
- SFW: 142 (Unisex XL)
- 61mm lens width
- 17mm bridge width
Sylas XL
Next up in our list of big Oakley sunglasses is the Sylas XL. This versatile lifestyle sunglass features everything you love about the standard Sylas in a larger size. The keyhole bridge and square-shaped lenses give this sunglass a stylish look, while the O Matter™ frame construction makes it comfortable and durable. If you are deciding between this frame and the Holbook XL, the Sylas XL is a bit larger.
Oakley Sylas XL in Black Ink with PRIZM™ Jade lenses
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Key Features:
- 8-base wrap around sport frame
- O-Matter™ frame material - durable & provides all-day comfort
- Three-Point Fit system offers precise optical alignment
- Unobtanium™ nose grip for stability
- SFW: 141mm (Men’s L; Women’s XL)
- 66mm lens width
- 17mm bridge width
Oakley Double Edge
The Oakley Double Edge is a substantial sunglass that offers a large amount of coverage from the sun. This wrap around performance frame is great for boating, fishing, hiking, motorcycling, and more. The Double Edge is the perfect example of frame width vs lens width. While this sunglass has the largest lens width of the lineup, because it is a full wrap around frame design with the lens curving around the head, the overall frame width is slightly narrower than the previously mentioned styles. The rectangular lens shape is universally flattering and the Oakley Three-Point Fit system guarantees all-day comfort.
Oakley Double Edge in Grey Smoke with PRIZM™ Sapphire Iridium® Polarized Lenses
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Key Features:
- 8-base wrap around sport frame
- O-Matter™ frame material - durable & provides all-day comfort
- Three-Point-Fit system offers precise optical alignment
- Unobtanium™ nose grip for stability
- SFW: 141mm (Men's L; Women's XL)
- 66mm lens width
- 17mm bridge width
Oakley Gauge 8
Switching things up, the next big Oakley sunglass features a metal frame construction. Gauge 8 is made with Oakley’s proprietary C-5 metal alloy material, which is durable enough to exceed all of your daily demands. It's equipped with adjustable grip-fit nose pads that conform to the shape of your nose. Enjoy this industrial-designed sunglass for big heads!
Oakley Gauge 8 in Matte Black with Grey lenses
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Key Features:
- Made of Oakley proprietary C-5 metal alloy material for frame durability
- Three-Point Fit system will hold these sunglasses in place
- Unobtanium™ on temple arms enhances grip
- Available in single vision & progressives with PRIZM™ Tech
- SFW: 141mm (Men’s L; Women’s XL)
- 62mm lens width
- 17mm bridge width
Oakley Holbrook XL
The Holbrook XL is the large version of Oakley’s most popular lifestyle sunglass. This frame comes in a variety of sizes, including a Medium-sized low-bridge fit. The timeless style is great for everyday use and features a keyhole nose bridge for enhanced comfort—especially if you have a big nose that matches your big head. Get some extra flare with the Oakley logo accents on the front of the frame and show off just how epic your day-to-day is.
Oakley Holbrook XL in Black Ink with PRIZM™ Ruby Polarized Lenses
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Key Features:
- O-Matter™ frame material - durable & provides all-day comfort
- Keyhole nose bridge accommodates a variety of nose shapes & sizes while encouraging airflow
- SFW: 140mm (Men’s L; Women’s XL)
- 59mm lens width
- 17mm bridge width
Oakley Wheel House
A fresh lens shape for this Oakley lineup, Wheel House shows its style with clean lines and sleek temple arms. This frame combines O-Matter™ material with stainless steel temples that are made with Unobtanium™ adjustable earsocks—so you get comfortable shades that adjust to your head.
Oakley Wheel House in Satin Black with PRIZM™ Grey Lenses
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Key Features:
- Oakley’s Unobtanium™ stainless-steel temple grip offers a comfortable & secure fit
- O-Matter frame material - durable & provides all-day comfort
- Hollowpoint, self-contained spring cam mechanism presents an elegant hinge design
- SFW: 140mm (Men’s L and Women’s XL)
- 54mm lens width
- 16mm bridge width
Oakley Parlay
The smallest of our big Oakley sunglasses is the Oakley Parlay. This unique-looking pair of shades features top-of-the-line lenses. It's made with mixed frame materials, including durable O-Matter™. Oakley took a classic-style nose pad—the saddle bridge, and modernized it with their Unobtanium™ nose pads, you get a no-slip grip. So, no matter how big your head is, or how much you sweat, Parlay sunglasses comfortably stay on your face for the long run.
Oakley Parlay in Polished Black with PRIZM™ Black lenses
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Key Features:
- O-Matter frame material - durable and provides all-day comfort
- Unobtanium™ nose grip
- PRIZM™ lenses available
- SFW: 142mm (Men’s L; Women’s XL)
- 58mm lens width
- 16mm bridge width
Prescription Oakley Sunglasses for Big Heads
Need prescription Oakley sunglasses or eyeglasses? You came to the right place! The answers to all your questions are at your fingertips, and if you want to chat with an expert, Contact Us. We’ll put you in touch with one of our friendly in-house opticians who can help you build your prescription Oakley Sunglasses.
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