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SUNBLOCKING of all UVA/UVB/UVC rays -is critical year round- SMITH Optics makes some of the techies' worthiest, lightest+scratch resistant shades on the market (Techlite)-shatterproof tough+serious clarity- distortion free -polarized sunglasses (ChromaPop™ polarized lenses) with wide field of vision, repels grease an other stuff, plus anti-reflective. SUPER important when going from bright sunlight to darker areas on the road/mountain (Carbonic) NYC/SLC Just for fun cyclists...may or may not,  know no off-season...but dedicated age group athletes...def. train year round. SOME season-less gifts for THAT workout warrior... Shock absorption by SMITH -ventilated, lightweight cycle helmets-for high and low impact moments. Fully integrate with sunglasses (and snow version with goggles)...the Forefront and road race worthy Overtake -maximum ventilation+aero-dynamics-best in class protection AEROCORE™ construction featuring Koroyd-less EVA foam-seance lightweight and anti-c...

Outdoor Retailer words/images Judith Ecochard Eye protection is serious biz-we have a pal with melanoma in his dark brown left eye...geez---so while we always buy sunglasses for how they look-the technology has to be there-especially for outdoor sports. New to us at OR-was French brand Julbo® ---founded in 1888 in the mountains around Chamonix. Building on its heritage of performance/travel lines...Julbo showed many techy Zebra Light® photochromatic sunglasses- in protection categories 1-3 that are genius-ultra-clear when "unactivated"---darkens quickly-and works in low light conditions. Big enough lenses to offer full eye area protection too. Highlights: Julbo's Dust...lightweight...with a 'grippy' nosepiece good for sweat-inducing sports like running and cycling. also available with interchangeable lenses ($140-$170) Ultra $170...changes lense tone in secs- bendable lens technology reduces facial injuries...tough to break too ...