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SMITH Pivlock V90 Max Sunglasses

Merchant: RealCyclist
Price: $83.37

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Price: $111.16
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Price: $139.00
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REI Description: The rimless Smith PivLock V90 Max sunglasses feature interchangeable lenses that provide an unobstructured field of vision for all your high-speed activities. Easy PivLock interchangeable system lets you remove from lenses by rotating temple piece up 45deg; to remove nose piece, grasp lens and pull piece away. Scratch- and impact-resistant Carbonic lenses with Smith Tapered Lens Technology(TM) provide distortion-free vision. Tapered Lens Technology progressively contours the lens so that light travels through without distortion-what you see is what you get. Oleophobic lens coating repels moisture, grease and grime to keep your vision clear. White frames feature a yellow mirror lens that reduces glare while preserving true color definition in medium to bright conditions. 2 additional sets of lenses include: rose Ignitor lenses for optimal depth perception in medium light/overcast conditions and clear lenses for low light to night conditions. Frames are made from bio-plastic Rislan(R) Clear (derived from non-GMO castor seeds) and Grilamid(R) TR90 lightweight nylon for a resilient, durable and consistent fit. 7-base-curve lens (the higher the number the more curved the lens); Smith features sunglasses with 6, 7, 8 and 9 base curvature. Hydrophilic Megol(TM) temple and nose pads become tackier when wet for reliable grip during exercise and hot weather. Frames have a small-medium fit with medium coverage. Smith Pivlock V90 sunglasses include a total of 3 sets of lenses and a protective case.

Eastern Mountain Sports Description: The Pivlock V90 Max performance sunglasses from Smith feature easily removable temples and nosepiece so it's easy to swap out the lenses on this lightweight rimless sport style for 100% UV protection. Fit: medium to large silhouette for greater coverage and protection from the elements. Platinum lenses (gray lens with subtle mirror effect) for bright light conditons with 9-11% VLT (Visible Light Transmission); reduce visible light and glare by reflecting it away from the eye. Provide 100% protection from harmful UVA/B/C rays. Pivlock interchangeable lens system provides an unobstructed field of view and makes changing lenses easier than ever. Temples and nosepiece are easily removed to change lenses. Grilamid TR90 frame for strength and flexibility. Impact-resistant Carbonic TLT lenses maximize visual clarity and object definition. Flowing lens silhouette provides excellent coverage and ventilation. Soft, hydrophilic megol located at the temple tips and on the nose piece gently grips your skin to keep the frame in place?the gripping power increases when introduced to moisture. Sweat seal hydrocoating on Red Mirror and Ignitor lenses repels water, dirt, and grease. Engineered to minimize frame weight while maintaining a secure fit. Includes interchangeable Ignitor and Clear lenses:~ Ignitor lenses for medium to overcast conditions with 32% VLT and 100% protection from harmful UVA/B/C rays; maximize an object?s definition and enhance depth perception~ Clear lenses for dark and low light conditions with 98% VLT and 100% protection from harmful UVA/B/C rays. Includes hard case to hold sunglasses and optional lenses and a soft pouch. Includes hard case to hold sunglasses and optional lenses and a soft pouch.

Backcountry Description: Smith touts the lightness of their Pivlock V90 Max, and at 27 grams, they're among the lightest sunglasses we've ever worn. What is just as remarkable is the optical clarity of the one piece lens. Smith Optics is known for just that, their optics. So it comes as no surprise that they've figured out how to build sunglasses with such a sweeping, curvaceous lens, yet retain the clarity at the periphery you need for high speed sports.The lens on the Pivlock V90 series is what Smith calls their Carbonic TLT. The TLT stands for Tapered Lens Technology, and this means that the thickness of the lens tapers from the optical center, towards the edges. This thinning allows for less refraction and therefore less distortion for the light waves passing through the lens. The Carbonic lens is also highly resistant to impacts. This is a great thing to know when you think about the myriad objects that could threaten your eyes on a bike ride -- gravel from car tires, tree limbs, birds (seriously, we know from experience). They exceed ANSI Z80.3 specifications, and they protect your eyes from 100% of the UVA, UVB, and UVC rays.Smith has crafted their sports glasses reputation on replaceable lenses, building on their original Sliders, and these Pivlock V90 Max lenses are a natural evolution. It's one piece with specialized slots where the temple/hinge inserts and pivots into a locked position. The nose piece also snaps in with little effort. The Pivlock system is at once easy, quick, and secure.The Grilamid TR90 frame provides you with maximum comfort, maximum flexibility, maximum toughness, and maximum resistance to sweat and sunscreen. And the hydrophilic Megol nose and temple pads keep them locked in place on your face. They won't slip. They won't slide. They won't fall off. The Smith Pivlock V90 Max is available in Black w/platinum, Matte Smoke w/red mirror, and Smoke Crystal w/platinum. You'll get two extra lenses.

Altrec Description: Quite possible the lightest performance rimless sport sunglasses in the world, the Smith Pivlock V90 Max Sunglasses feature a proprietary, patent-pending temple/hinge piece and removable temples and nosepiece.



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Smith PIVLock Sunnies

These are awesome sunnies. The Lenses are fantastic, and you get THREE pairs of them! Clear, pink, and dark. They are so light, and so clear to look through, that you often forget that you are wearing them. I have often started to look for my sunglasses, then realise I am wearing them already. There is no frame to obstruct your vision, so I would say they are a perfect pair of sunglasses for on the bike. Very innovative way of interchanging lenses too, to minimise frame and maximise vision.



Excellent Value and Great Product

I bought these to replace some titanium rimless Maui Jim Ka'anapali. The Maui Jims were very light on the face and were rimless, which I really like for the road bike. If you ride the road, then you probably notice you send a lot of time looking through the upper part of the frames; with that said, the having no rim, really increases visibility both on the top and on the sides. The PIVLock V90 are equally light on the face, but do provide more coverage, which works even better for me, since my primary use is on the bike. No more tears, when coming down the mountain. The only drawback is the fact that they are not polarized... but then again, saving $200 makes it all better.



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