Product

Polaroid Stride P7123C Polarized Sunglasses

Promise

Lightweight, resilient sunglasses that cope with the pressure from extreme sports.

Performance

These frames aren’t carbon fibre, but they may as well be. Tough, flexible and light are what these shades are about.

100% UV400 protection from the filter category 3 lenses make these sunnies suited to seriously summery days.

Polaroid’s premium UltraSight lenses consist of nine functional elements: the polarizing core, four UV filters, two shock absorbing layers with twice the impact resistance and two scratch-resistant layers for optimal durability. Using Thermofusion technology, they meet all international standards for superior optical performance and clarity of vision.

Inside cushioning on the arms, and rubber grips on the nose and ears create a virtually weightless 18g pair of shades that we reckon are the perfect daylight companion.

Verdict

This high-tech lightweight eyewear is shatterproof, scratch resistant and comfortably hugs your head. They can fit a little too close to your lashes depending on your face shape, but being so light, they won’t flop around once in position. The half frames help with air flow, minimising fogging up in high activity while the ergonomic shape keep high speed winds from bringing a tear to your eye. On the sea or in the mountains, these modestly priced specs keep your eyes and pocket safe from the burn.