Sunglasses

Try at Home, Buy Later With Tifosi Optics Prescription Sports Eyewear Program

Tifosi brings an industry-first with at-home try-ons for prescription performance sports eyewear frames. Test them yourself before committing.

Written by Josette Rolfe March 26, 2025

Sunglasses for Retro Ski Vibes: Vallon Ski Aviators Review

Skiing in sunglasses is a very springtime vibe. Vallon hopes you’ll leave your goggles at home and use these aviators instead.

Written by Sean McCoy March 17, 2025

Pilot’s Sunglasses Survive Plane Crash: His Ombraz Stayed On When the Engine Gave Out

Not many sunglasses can claim they’ll stay on your face even if you’re in a plane crash — but this pilot’s Ombraz did.

Written by Will Brendza March 05, 2025

Modular, Aviator Glacier Glasses Made From Plant Material: Zeal Selkirk Review

The first Zeal glacier sunglasses, the Selkirks, are made from plant-based resin and offer the easy option of removing the side panels and wearing the…

Written by Will Brendza November 27, 2024

The Best Sunglasses for the Outdoors in 2025

Go beyond style with sunglasses that combine classic good looks with next-level technology and design.

Written by Sean McCoy November 20, 2024

The Best Sunglasses for Women of 2025

We tested nine models from top brands, including Smith, Oakley, Ray-Ban, and more to find the best women’s sunglasses.

Written by Rebecca Parsons October 29, 2024

Smith Optics Wander Sunglasses Review: The Harmonic Convergence of Fashion and Function

With women’s sunglasses, style and performance don’t always go hand in hand, but the Smith Optics Wander manages to gracefully combine the two.

Written by Rebecca Parsons September 02, 2024

Adjust Your Tint, Play Your Music: Chamelo Music Shield Sunglasses Review

The Music Shield sunglasses from Chamelo Eyewear allow you to manually and instantly adjust the tint and connect via Bluetooth to your phone so you…

Written by Will Brendza July 29, 2024

No Mullet Necessary: ‘Limousine’ Pit Viper Sunglasses Are Too Good to Pass Up

If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have the rap sheet to pull off Pit Vipers, you need to check out The Limousine sunglasses.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 24, 2024

Goodr Sunglasses Review: This $25 Pair of Sunglasses Is My New Go-To

After testing Goodr sunglasses for months, these $25 shades are my new go-to.

Written by Rebecca Parsons July 15, 2024

Wiley X Is Sneaky Good: ‘WX Founder’ Sunglasses Are a Pleasant Surprise

The Wiley X Founder sunglasses reviewed marry premium performance with reliable protection.

Written by Sean McCoy July 08, 2024

Revamped Iconic Frames and Gold Glass Greatness: Costa Grand Catalina Review

All the retro vibes with top-notch performance make the rejuvenated Costa Grand Catalina shades about the coolest pair you can sport on the water.

Written by Harry Spampinato June 17, 2024

Today Only! ‘Better With Friends’ Sale Offers Steep Discounts on Ombraz, BioLite, and More

Get ready for the summer sun with a killer deal from Ombraz, a popular maker of athletic sunglasses for whatever outdoor sport rocks your boat.

Written by Andrew McLemore and Mary Murphy April 24, 2024

Pit Viper Exciters: Thru-Hiker Tested, Hurricane Approved

Pit Viper sunglasses have legions of followers due to their style. But I chose the Exciters for durability, comfort, and radical swagger.

Written by Guinevere Drabik April 15, 2024

’80s Style, Modern Tech: Costa Grand Catalina Relaunch Channels Young Tom Cruise Vibes

Classic style meets modern tech with the upgraded relaunch of the Grand Catalina frame from Costa Del Mar.

Written by Rachelle Schrute March 15, 2024

Holiday Gear & Apparel Ideas From Backcountry

Find gift ideas for loved ones, or yourself, with these popular gear and apparel picks at Backcountry.

Costa Del Mar Celebrates 40th Anniversary With New King Tide Frames: Review

The most thoroughly engineered pair of frames from Costa, the King Tides introduce a whole new level of performance to the fishing eyewear world.

Written by Harry Spampinato September 13, 2023

No More Noseburn: Onus Optics Nose-Shielding Sunglasses Review

Sunglasses are great, but they have a fatal design flaw: they leave your nose totally exposed to direct solar radiation — Onus Optics has designed…

Written by Will Brendza September 11, 2023

This Deal’s a Steal: Glare-Cutting, UV-Blocking Sunglasses for Fishing

Find great deals on outdoor gear. That’s our goal each week. This week, save on fishing sunglasses.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss March 15, 2023

The Perfect All-Condition Alpine Sunglasses: Dynafit Ultra Pro Review

The photochromic powers of the Dynafit Ultra Pro sunglasses are nearly unbeatable. For me, they worked for everything from shady and cloudy ski days to…

Written by Mary Murphy March 03, 2023

Smith Pursuit Review: Alpine Eyewear Blends Goggles and Glasses Into One

I was packing for a snowmobiling trip when the new Smith Pursuit eyewear arrived at my door. After opening it, I pulled my goggles and…

Written by David Young March 02, 2023

Shimano Offers 6 Vision Options in Upgrades to Cycling Eyewear

The Japanese bike company launches second-gen upgrades to both its premium and consumer models of cycling eyewear.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 31, 2023

Ombraz Teton, Viale Glacier Glasses Review: New Glacier Adapters, No Arms, Full Send

Shoulder-season skiers can ditch the goggles and cover their peepers with some of the most unique sunglasses out there: Ombraz with its new glacier side-shield…

Written by Will Brendza December 06, 2022

Pit Viper Sunglasses and Goggles Offer More Than Flashy Looks

Pit Viper lights up the sunglass world with big frames and bright colors. From flip-ups to big, fat goggles, the brand offers performance and retro…

Dragon Alliance Makes Fishing Sunglasses — They’re Great

The new Dragon Alliance fishing sunglasses flawlessly compete with other top fishing brands in the mid-price range. The bonus to these shades? They float.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri November 10, 2022

I Visited 50 National Parks in 3 Months: Here’s the Gear That Got Me Through

Quality gear is important because it can make or break your trip. Here’s the gear that we used and tested while road tripping, car camping,…

Written by Xiaoling Keller September 30, 2022

Nike Victory Elite Review: Performance Sunglasses for Competitive Athletes

As a runner, I spend a lot of time outside with my eyes exposed to the elements. As a collegiate runner, I didn’t wear sunglasses…

Written by Rebecca Parsons September 28, 2022

ROKA Oslo Sunglasses Review: Versatile, Customizable, and a Perfect Fit for Me

I’ve never been a huge fan of sunglasses. They feel cumbersome, they’re constantly threatening to slide off my face, and they limit my visibility. But…

Written by Rebecca Parsons July 13, 2022

Peter Sagan, 100% Launch Colorful Limited-Run Sunglasses

Just in time for the 2022 Tour de France, 100% is announcing an eclectic limited run of eyewear highlighting seven-time Tour de France Green Jersey…

Written by Heather Hendricks June 30, 2022

Adventure Race Gear Giveaway: Trail Shoes, Eye Protection, and More

Three lucky winners will receive a prize package that includes trail socks and shoes, sunglasses, a headlamp, and a lightweight stainless steel water bottle —…

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