Outdoor Companies Go Crazy for April Fools’ Day!

Who knew the outdoors world was so full of comedians? We pulled together some of the best April Fools Day pranks to share here in one place.

Written by Sean McCoy

3 MIN READ

April 1, 2014 7:05 p.m. EDT

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The Oakley 1 EYE–CON — A huge monocle that appears to be worn over the whole face. Self-explanatory.

For more info, check out Oakley’s website.

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Writer and editor Sean McCoy

Sean McCoy

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