Pursuit ChromaPop Sunglasses
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Why We Like The Smith Pursuit ChromaPop Sunglasses
Smith's backcountry-oriented Pursuit ChromaPop Sunglasses give us the coverage, clarity, and comfort necessary when bagging peaks, summiting skin tracks, and mountaineering on skis. The large, goggle-like shape and ChromaPop lens offer a wide field of vision with colorful, high-contrast views, all in a lighter and airier style than goggles could provide. Adjustable nose and temple pads keep a close fit, even when we're speeding downhill, and included nose guard and side shields deliver extra coverage from the sun's glare.
Details
- Goggle-like wraparound sunglasses for mountain pursuits
- ChromaPop technology boosts color and contrast
- Glacier Photochromic variants adapt to changing light conditions
- Lightweight, durable Evolve frame made from bio-based materials
- Adjustable Megol nose and temple pads offer a secure, slip-free fit
- Included magnetic side shields and nose guard for added protection
- Interchangeable lens design (bonus clear lens included)
- Please refer to size chart for lens tint information
- Item #SMIZ9GF
- Lens
- ChromaPop, ChromaPop Glacier Photochromic
- Photochromic
- [ChromaPop Glacier Photochromic] yes, [ChromaPop] no
- Interchangeable Lens
- yes, bonus clear lens included
- Frame
- Evolve (bio-based acetate)
- Nose/Temple Pads
- Megol, adjustable nose pads, QuickFit adjustable temple pads
- Hinge
- AutoLock, screwless
- Case Included
- low-profile performance case, microfiber pouch
- Face Size
- large
- Base Curve
- 5
- Frame Dimensions
- [lens/temple] 66 / 135mm
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
- Activity
- mountaineering, backcountry skiing, backcountry snowboarding, running
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Overall Rating
3.5 based on 19 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 22, 2024
My face is not that huge
Us normal faced people would love a pursuit style sunny in the bobcat size. I know many people who would love to love these, but they are simply too big! Bobcat is the perfect size for smaller faces and still has that goggle sized fit.
Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com
March 23, 2024
Almost perfect but some aggrivating issues persist
Having used these glasses for a lot of backcountry skiing this season, including a traverse of the Haute Route, I feel like I can provide some meaningful feedback. For their intended purpose, they are excellent. Fit, coverage, and optics are all fantastic. The lens works well in bright alpine/glacier sun at 3000+ meters. I didn’t experience any eye fatigue during whatsoever. Very very happy. However, one big issue is that the ends of the arms will scratch the inside of the lenses when the glasses are folded and stored inside their provided case. This scratching is enough to be noticeable while wearing the glasses. This is frustrating. I feel that I will have to 1. replace the lens and 2. add protective silicone tips to the ends of the arms. I don’t feel that this is something I should have to do for glasses this expensive. One other minor complaints include the side shields as others have mentioned. They do not seem to want to be removed; I fear that if I try they will break. So mounted they will remain and that will limit the versatility of these glasses. Aside from those two issues, these remain excellent glasses that I am happy to own and would recommend to anyone.
Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com
March 22, 2024
Exceeded expectations
The photochromic lens with chromapop is amazing, the VLT range is superb and combined with a perfect field of view and lightweight frame I forget I'm wearing them
Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com
February 6, 2024
Broken hinge, one month in
Already broke.....
Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com
February 6, 2024
Buy a pair, you won't regret it.
Excellent fit and finish. Blocks out almost all of the glare that usually comes in through the sides.
Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com
January 22, 2024
Greatish
Awesome fit and design. Unfortunately my nose pad already stopped functioning properly in just 3 days of use. Under engineered component for sure. Kinda sad.
Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com
January 2, 2024
Love em!
In love with these glasses. Took a face plant trying to land a jump while snowboarding. Landed right on these glasses! To my amazement there wasn’t a scratch on the lens. Definitely recommend for those snowboarders who don’t care for googles but still want to protect your eyes from all the wind. The lens will fog up but I feel like all glasses and goggles do that so it isn’t a deal breaker. The strap on the back is a nice touch.
Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com
November 29, 2023
Impressed With One Caveat
Haven't had a chance to use them skiing yet but they have worked great on a few bike rides around town and fit under my Engage helmet nicely. Unfortunately, the first time I tried to remove the magnetic side shields they were very difficult to get out and the small piece that connects them to the frame broke off exactly like others described. I submitted a warranty claim to hopefully get a new side shield but I am concerned this will be an ongoing issue due to the design of the side shields and will limit me actually removing them.
Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com
November 6, 2023
Smith Pursuit
Loving these so far. Look forward to putting these to the test this ski season. Great field of vision and typical Smith quality.
Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com
November 6, 2023
Missed the Mark for Me
I purchased these to use for backcountry skiing/ nordic skiing/ and hopefully as an option for mountain biking as well. I have a very average/ medium size head (wear medium in Smith helmets) and these were too big to sit securely on my face. They are basically too big to use with a cycling helmet as well. The side shields and nose clip don't really function that great and doubt I would ever use them. I'll echo another reviewer that the rear strap was so big even when shortened all the way that it was completely useless. I also wasn't a fan of the "packable" case- for the cost of these things- it should come with a nice hard case. The blue photochromatic lens was the one positive and seemed to transition pretty well (and I'm generally not a fan of photochromatics so thats saying something). I tried both the Wildcat and these glasses and unfortunately Smith has just been missing the mark for me lately.
Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com
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