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This page contains the 2019 REXY winners and finalists across each award category. We've done the research, testing, and vetting for you. Here is where you'll find the best sports eyewear options on the market - all in one place.
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Costa Waterwoman
Built for the active, water-based lifestyle, the Costa Waterwoman sunglasses are ready to perform.
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Bio-Resin Nylon Frame Material
Made out of caster plant instead of petroleum based, these lightweight and durable frames will take all the abuse from salt water, the heat and cold.
Hydrolite Accent
Hydrolite material on the nose pads & temples get tacky when wet adding both comfort and grip to your sunglasses.
Temple Tip Icons
The little holes on the temples are for keeper compatibility, to help further secure the frames throughout your adventure.
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COSTA WATERWOMAN REVIEW
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Oakley PRIZM
PRIZM is a new Oakley lens technology that fine tunes vision for specific environments. The lenses work to emphasize colors where the eye is most sensitive to detail, which in return, helps to enhance performance and safety.
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Plutonite Oakley's Proprietary Lens Material
Plutonite is a high-grade polycarbonate that is highly impact resistant. While in production, melted down Plutonite is specifically dyed so the lens is all PRIZM enhanced.
Optimization for Varying Light Environments
Through the use of hyperspectral imaging, Oakley has analyzed the specific light environments of each sport and the places in which they are played. From these findings, Oakley engineered a PRIZM lens to optimize visual clarity, and contrast enhancement fine tuned to those specific conditions.
Color Enhancement
Each PRIZM lens enhances color recognition through boosted contrast by boosting the "good" light and filtering out the "noisy" light. The result? Sharpened visual perception to quickly spot what you need to see.
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Nike Adrenaline 2
Get your adrenaline pumping with Nike Adrenaline 2 sunglasses. These super-stylish sunglasses feature advanced optics with polycarbonate lens material that's highly resistant to impact and ensures precise clarity from every angle.
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Helmet and Hat Compatible
A slightly bent temple and a slim frame makes the Nike Adrenaline hat and helmet compatible, adding to the frame's versatility.
Textured Temples
With added texture on the temples of the Adrenaline 2 these frames will stay in place through it all.
Lightweight
Polycarbonate lenses and injected frames create a lightweight frame that is tough and comfortable.
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NIKE ADRENALINE 2 REVIEW
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Oakley Flak 2.0 XL
The Oakley Flak 2.0 XL has been an Oakley staple for years now. The 'XL' refers to the taller lenses which provide more coverage. The Flak 2.0 XL is one of our favorite go to's at SportRx because of its versatility and the wide range of prescriptions it can hold.
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PRIZM Lens Technology
PRIZM lenses are sport-specific lenses that boost contrast, enhance color and allow you to perform at your best!
O-Matter
Oakley Flak 2.0 XL sunglasses are constructed with Oakley’s proprietary O-Matter for amazing durability and ultra-lightweight comfort.
Unobtanium
Unobtainium earsocks and nose pads and Oakley’s Three-Point-Fit system help keep your glasses securely in place even if you break a sweat.
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Wiley X Valor
Wiley X Valor sunglasses are an awesome-looking safety glass. The impact-resistant, semi-rimless frame houses shatterproof lenses that provide 100% UV protection.
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ANSI and MIL-PRF-31013 Ballistic Standards Certified
Not only do these sunglasses pass the ANSI certification of withstanding high velocity and impact from projectiles flying over 150 feet per second, but also pass the MIL_PRF Ballistic certification where the lenses must withstand the impact from projectiles fired at 660 feet per second.
Double injected rubber temples and nosepiece
With rubber on the temples and nosepads, you get added safety and the guaranteeing that they will stay in place even in high-intensity activities.
Interchangeable lens system
The interchangeable and convenient lens swapping system makes changing out Wiley X's patented Selenite polycarbonate lenses a breeze. Perfect for inside and outside use.
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THE ULTIMATE SAFETY GLASSES BUYER'S GUIDE
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Smith Guide's Choice
Smith Guide's Choice is the ultimate all-around sunglass for the outdoor enthusiast. With great versatility from adventure to lasier, the Guide's Choice will perform as hard as you do.
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ChromaPop Lens Technology
Smith's ChromaPop lens technology filters the crossovers between green and blue and red and green light perception, allowing greater definition and natural color, and clarity.
Wrap Around Frame
With a 8-base wrap, the Guide's Choice blocks light that comes in from the sides and give you extended all around protection. The frame also has aided design features on the inside that block light from seeping in over the top of the lenses.
Megol Nose and Temple Pads
The hydrophilic megol nose and temple pads give you added grip and comfort throughout the entire adventure.
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SMITH GUIDE'S CHOICE REVIEW
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100% S3
Do you love the S2, the Speedcraft and the Glendale, but don't know how to choose between the three? No need to choose. The S3 takes the understated brow of the S2 and combines it with the intake vents from the Speedcraft and the lense shape from the Glendale slightly softens up the harsh angles, creating one powerful pair of sunglasses.
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Part of the Speed Family
True to the design technologies of the Speed Family, the S3 has the 5.5 base cylindrical shield lens, with vents and a lightweight, flexible and durable frame material.
Rubber Nose Pads and Temples
S3's are equipped with ultra-grip rubber nose pads and temple tips for all-day comfort and a secure fit that won't let up, even in the roughest conditions.
Interchangeable lens system with HiPER Lens Technology
The interchangeable lens system gives you great versatility for different environments. When combined with the contrast-enhancing HiPER lenses you are set up for success.
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Costa Fantail
Costa Fantail sunglasses have a slightly smaller build than the Costa Blackfin frames, but lack none of the adventure. The Fantail sunglasses feature a comfortable medium fit, heavy duty TR90 nylon frames, have optimal protection, and come prescription ready.
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Part of the Core Collection
Costa's Core Collection is their performance sport glasses built to withstand the wind and sea.
TR90 Nylon Frame
The TR90 nylon frame is lightweight and durable adding comfort for all day wear. The Fantail's 8-base frame gives you added protection.
Hydrolite
Hydrolite is Costa's rubber material that goes onto the nose and temples to provide grip, comfort and prevent slippage.
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Anon M4
With precise helmet-to-goggle fit and maximum field of vision, the M4 bring top technologies to enhance your ride and adventure.
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Magna-Tech® Quick Lens Change Technology
Equipped with 14 magnets, the M4 is a solid, sturdy goggle that seamlessly holds the lens in place. The effortless and self-aligning lens change make Magna-Tech the leader in high-speed lens changing systems.
Bonus Lens Included
Each pair of M4 comes with an additional lens to keep you covered for the low-visibility days.
Two Different Lens Shapes
The cylindrical lens is more retro with clean lines and reduced peripheral distortion, while the toric lens mimics the curvature of the eye giving greater peripheral vision.
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Oakley Flak XS
The Oakley Flak 2.0 has been an Oakley staple for years now and the Flak XS is simply a scaled down version of it. Its versatility and ability to handle a wide range of sports and prescriptions, it's easy to see why the Flak XS takes the cake.
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O-Matter
The Flak XS sunglasses are constructed with Oakley’s proprietary O-Matter for amazing durability and ultra-lightweight comfort.
Unobtainium
Unobtainium earsocks and nose pads combined with Oakley’s Three-Point-Fit system help keep the glasses securely in place even if you break a sweat.
PRIZM Technology
For an enhanced color experience, the PRIZM lenses offer kids sport specific clarity and contrast.
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OAKLEY FLAK XS REVIEW
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Wiley X Gamer
Wiley X Gamer sports glasses will help you maintain visual clarity and eye safety at all times on the field.
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Part of the Youth Force Line
With removable temples, the Gamer easily transforms from sunglass to goggle with the added goggle strap, making it one of the most versatile sport glasses.
ASTM Certified
The Wiley X Gamer is ASTM F803 certified and built with polycarbonate, high-impact resistant lenses for extreme durability.
Helmet Compatible
The Gamer features low profile with straight-back and slim temple frame design for ultimate helmet compatibility.
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Ray-Ban Clubmaster Optics
Looking for a classic pair of eyeglasses with some retro flare? The Ray-Ban RB5154 Clubmaster is one of the iconic brands most popular designs. A unisex design that look great on everyone.
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Lightweight
These full rimmed Ray-Ban prescription glasses feature lightweight acetate across the top of the frame front and feature a metal single bridge with banded detail.
Stylish and Comfortable
Ray-Ban Clubmaster prescription glasses are both comfortable and customizable with adjustable silicone nose pads and acetate temples molded around the ears.
5 Barrel Hinges
The sturdy 5 barrel hinge will hold adjustments and keep the glasses secure on your face.
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