I have been wearing Smith for years and have loved them but it was time for me to try something different. I picked these up before heading to Mexico. They were great at the beach, on the boat, and wandering through the jungle exploring Mayan Ruins. These fit my slightly large head really well. They have good coverage and the lenses are high quality. They are every bit as good as the Smiths that I have worn. Pick up a pair! You won't be disappointing.

Yet another product I was introduced to at a Backpacker Magazines Get Out More Tour stop. The idea of a biodegradable sunglass frame was too intriguing to pass up. The aesthetic is tremendously stylish, and is matched by its comfortable feel. My left ear has been surgically reconstructed which for years restricted me to wire framed sunglasses, which often times lack security and move about on ones face. Not only does the Zeal Brewer stay in place but it does so comfortably. If sustainable product offerings from US based companies are something that intrigues you then give Zeal Optics of Boulder Colorado a try!

I have worn the same sunglasses for years (Smith Gibsons) , and am so glad I finally decided to swap it up. The Gibsons were great but these Brewers are a step up for me. The fit on these is perfect. They stay on during activities and I never worry about them flying off my head.

Activity #1 Fishing

These bad Larrys are great on the river. I have the copper polarized lens that cuts glare and works great in a variety of lighting. They aren't the best for when its darker out, but where we get more bright sunny days here in Utah, that is preferred. They are scratch resistant and stay on my face, I never worry about them dropping into the water even when I'm looking straight down.

Activity #2 Skiing

My favorite part of these glasses is that they do not fog while touring! The way they fit allow airflow underneath, and also don't press on my high cheekbones (people with high cheekbones know this struggle) they work great at showing the snow texture and are so damn comfortable to wear with a beanie.



All in all, I'm pretty damn obsessed with these. I've never been one to baby glasses, but these things are treated like gold. If you want a pair of sunnies that can perform but also look great, snag a pair of these. Zeal has really stepped it up with their optics and I'm pumped to have jumped on the Zeal train.

These are great! So light and Bio-based frames to boot! Great clarity and smooth styling. My favorite shades now.