#Sunglasses

Matthew Chebatoris Styles of sunglasses are constantly evolving, Costa Sunglasses is on the innovative edge of these cycles; as new ideas come up, Costa incorporates them into their products. Paddlexaminer met with Costa at the Winter Outdoor Retailer in January 2020 in Denver to talk about their new line coming out in the spring of 2020. One of the newest frames is the Ferg which are named after the late founder of Costa Sunglasses. The Ferg includes: Top and side shields Hydrolite Rubber Larg Matthew Chebatoris Julbo traces its heritage back to 1888 in the heart of the French eyewear industry. Throughout the decades, Julbo has focused on innovation in its quest to continually design high quality sun protection eyewear. Each pair of Julbo sunglasses embodies the spirit of adventure and provides customers with the ability to freely roam and see the world. Julbo Paddle PaddleXaminer tested the Julbo Paddle Sunglasses while paddling on Lake Estes in Estes Park, Colorado. Anytime you pad Matthew Chebatoris PaddleXaminer had the privilege to test and review a wide range of paddling gear in 2019. Large items, small items – innovative designs and gear that left a lasting impact on how we enjoyed our time on the water. From whitewater rivers in the Colorado Rockies to the coast of California and beyond, here’s our staff picks of the top ten items that kept us going throughout the year. 10. Costa Sunglasses OCEARCH® Fantail When the PaddleXaminer staff first put our heads together t Matthew Chebatoris Costa® Sunglasses has released Mark Healey’s signature frame, the Sampan. Designed for adventure seekers who live their best life in and around the water, the collaboration with Healey was crafted to fit his laidback style while providing the performance attributes demanded wherever there’s salt or sand. As a champion big-wave surfer, spear fisherman and Costa ambassador, Mark Healey is driven by his love of the water and all the adventures and activities that surround it. A Matthew Chebatoris PaddleXaminer was introduced to a new eyewear company at the winter OR in Denver called Blenders Eyewear. They are based in sunny San Diego California where you need a pair of shades almost everyday! What started out as a side hustle by the founder, selling shades out of his backpack while working as a surf coach, turned into a full-fledged company offering stylish and adventurous shades! Paddlexaminer tested three pairs of sunglasses from Blenders: Spider Jet Red Strike Blac Matthew Chebatoris Are you looking for you’re next pair of sunglasses? Well, Costa Del Mar Sunglasses has you covered, literally! Costa has been in the business of making quality polarized sunglasses for over 35 years. Based in Dayton Beach, Florida, they know a thing or two about the sun. Paddlexaminer met with Costa back at the Winter Outdoor Retailer in January 2019 in Denver to talk about their new line coming out in the spring of 2019. The two designs which stuck out to us the most were th Matthew Chebatoris The holidays are a time of giving and spreading cheer but unfortunately a lot of the gifts we purchase are manufactured in ways that are destructive to our planet. Luckily, there are a number of companies committed to protecting the environment and paving the way for greener alternatives in the watersports industry. Here, we’ve rounded up six of our favorite sustainable gifts this holiday season. Patagonia Uprisal Crew Sweatshirt We’re long time fans of Patagonia for their co Matthew Chebatoris Spy Sunglasses: Perfect for SUP and outrigger paddling Having the right pair of sunglasses for paddling is critical. Polarized lenses are a given as are lenses which do not quickly become enveloped in fog. If you can find a pair with the aforementioned properties and a secure fit, voilà, you’ve scored the sunglasses trifecta! Spy produces a range of sunglasses with a proprietary Happy Lense technology which harnesses the beneficial aspects of long-wave blue light and protects Matthew Chebatoris Nothing says summertime like a great pair of sunglasses and the new Electric Stacker is a great option for active paddlers. I had the opportunity to test out a pair for the past month paddling stand up and outrigger and have been highly impressed with their performance. Like most people, I’ve tried dozens of sunglasses over the years. A few of the varieties I’ve tried while paddling have made claims of not fogging up or being fog resistant, yet there has always been a ring of