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Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses

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    Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses

    • $69.95
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    Item # 784138

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    Tifosi Tyrant photochromic sunglasses feature lenses that automatically adjust their tint so you can keep performing without interruption.

    • Fototec™ photochromic lenses automatically adjust tint according to light conditions; lenses darken in bright light and lighten when there's less light
    • NXT Trivex optical polymer lenses provide superior optical clarity and are virtually indestructible
    • Grilamid® TR90 lightweight nylon frames offer a consistent fit and flexibility in all temperatures and are extremely impact resistant
    • Adjustable, hydrophilic rubber nosepieces and temple ends become tackier when wet for reliable grip during exercise and hot weather
    • Ventilated lenses increase airflow to help eliminate fogging
    • Fits small to medium faces
    • Includes a semi-rigid carrying case and cleaning cloth

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    Item 784138

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    Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Multisport
    24 - 75 percent
    Gray
    100 percent
    NXT Trivex optical polymer
    Nylon
    No
    Yes
    No
    None
    Unisex
    Light transmission
    Lens tint
    UV protection
    Lens material
    Frame material
    Polarized
    Photochromic
    Interchangeable lenses
    Additional lenses included
    Gender

    Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses Customer Reviews

    REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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    Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses
     
    4.4

    (based on 24 reviews)

    92%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Comfortable (23)
    • Good protection (19)
    • Rugged construction (14)
    • Rugged lenses (12)
    • Stylish (11)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Cycling (15)
      • Hiking (8)
      • Backpacking (5)
      • Camping (4)
      • Casual wear (4)
        • Sizing:
        • Feels too small

           

          Feels true to size

           

          100% 

          (20 reviews)

          Feels too large

           
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Casual/ recreational (12), Avid adventurer (6), Casual adventurer (6)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (9)

      REVIEWS

      Reviewed by 24 customers

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      (14 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great for different lighting conditions

      By HikerBabe

      from Philadelphia

      About Me Casual Adventurer

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      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Good Protection
      • Stylish

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Biking

        Comments about Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses:

        At least once a week, I go cycling late in the day, which means it starts getting a little darker before I finish. I still want eye protection for wind, bugs, etc., and I certainly don't want to have to stop and change my lenses in mid-ride. These are the perfect solution, since they change color intensity according to the lighting conditions. To look *at* them, I couldn't say that I notice that much difference, but looking *through* them is another matter. No matter how bright or dark it is when I'm riding, I can see very clearly. I selected this particular model since it's made for smaller faces, and it's a very good fit for me. I like the style, and there is a sufficient amount of wind protection with them, so my eyes don't dry up. I haven't found them to be a problem with contact lenses, but if your eyes are extra dry or sensitive, these glasses may not offer enough wind protection.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size

        (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        The Photochromic are great!

        By outbackgirl

        from St. Louis, MO.

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Good Protection
        • Rugged Construction
        • Stylish

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • At night
          • Backpacking
          • Camping
          • Casual Wear
          • Hiking
          • Travel

          Comments about Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses:

          I have been looking for sunglasses that the lens will change with the lighting I am in. I can wear these at night. I need constant eye protection from the wind, due to my left eye won't close all the way and does not tear from having a brain tumor removed. I have ordered pair after pair of sunglasses. These wrap around enough to keep the wind out and I can keep them on at night to protect my eye and they are very clear. I also am sensitive to sunlight and they are great at the pool, cycling, running, etc. I might just have to get a second pair.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size

          (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Fantastic!

          By ackram

          from vegas

          About Me Avid Adventurer

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          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Good Protection
          • Rugged Construction
          • Rugged Lenses
          • Stylish

          Cons

          • Could go a little darker

          Best Uses

          • Cycling

          Comments about Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses:

          Just finished an 80 mile cycle ride and on my drive home stopped at a bar to get some food. Halfway through my meal i realized that I was still wearing the glasses and hadn't noticed because of the photchromic lenses - this is a testament to how comfortable they are! Also, keep wind out of your eyes real well. I'd like it if they went a little darker as I lice in Las Vegas, but I ride a lot in the evening and they are perfect for day to night transitions. I have a narrow face and they fit me great. Overall very impressed!

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size

          (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Amazing for the price!

          By Wild Irish Rose

          from Pasadena CA

          About Me Casual Adventurer

          See all my reviews

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Good Protection
          • Rugged Construction
          • Rugged Lenses
          • Stylish

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Active Sports
            • Backpacking
            • Cycling
            • Hiking
            • Sailing
            • Top-down Cruising

            Comments about Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses:

            I have been looking for decent impact-resistant sunglasses for a long time, but, like everyone else, I'm on a pretty tight budget. For[$] - they are an outstanding value! The optics are crystal clear, the photochromatic feature is great. The fit is snug, but comfortable - perfect for high-activity sports like tennis or basketball, though I purchased them for cycling, sailing and top-down cruising. I love the framing and wrap-around design. This is my first pair of true sport-oriented shades, and I plan to buy a back-up pair!

            • Gift:
            • No
            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size

            (7 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Photochromic goodness

            By ms1

            from Chicago, IL

            About Me Casual Adventurer

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            Site Member

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Fog resistant
            • Good Protection
            • Photochromic
            • Rugged Construction
            • Rugged Lenses

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Cycling

              Comments about Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses:

              These go quickly from dark (in bright light) to nearly clear (in the dark). I wear them for rides that go from afternoon to after dark, and never need to take them off. They resist fogging up as well as any glasses I've used. A bit pricey, but worth it if you need glasses that can work in variable light levels.

              (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              These are GREAT!

              By Wild Irish Rose

              from Pasadena CA

              About Me Casual Adventurer

              See all my reviews

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Good Protection

              Cons

              • None

              Best Uses

              • Active Sports
              • Cycling

              Comments about Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses:

              Great fit - snug but not tight. Great optics. Bought these mainly for cycling and top-down driving (wanted impact resistance), but I wear them all the time because they are so comfortable. Buying a second pair in case these get lost!

              Service and delivery comments:

              Had them delivered to my local store - I think it took 3 days. Can't complain about that!

              • Gift:
              • No
              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size

              (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Good protection at a good price

              By h. joy

              from St. Louis, MO

              About Me Casual Adventurer

              See all my reviews

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Good Protection
              • Rugged Construction

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Backpacking
                • Biking
                • Hiking

                Comments about Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses:

                I got these sunglasses mostly for biking and land paddling. The wrap-around style protects my eyes from the wind (and hopefully debris, should I crash), and the tint adjusts to sunlight so I don't have to take them on and off to see. I was concerned they'd be too big, but the nose piece and ear pieces are adjustable to help the fit.

                • Gift:
                • No
                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size

                (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Nice shades

                By Raiden30

                from Ogden, UT

                About Me Avid Adventurer

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                Site Member

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Rugged Lenses

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Cycling

                  Comments about Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses:

                  These are some nice shades. They are comfortable and fit well. I dropped them on asphalt right on the lenses and there wasn't a ding at all. They've been hit with gravel as well and don't show a mark.

                  I was looking for sunglasses to wear while cycling that would work on any kind of day (sunny, cloudy etc). These definitely get light enough to wear when it's cloudy/dim outside. I was concerned they wouldn't get dark enough when it's really bright - the light transmission ranges from 25-75%, NOT 16-56% like it says in the specs (you can check on the tifosi site). They are good even in bright sunlight, although I have found myself squinting when riding into the sun, could use a little darker.

                  Overall really nice though.

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  Better'n I would have guessed

                  By scf

                  from Grayslake, IL

                  About Me Casual Adventurer

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Good Protection
                  • Rugged Construction
                  • Rugged Lenses

                  Cons

                  • Traps moisture a little

                  Best Uses

                  • Casual Wear
                  • Hiking
                  • Travel

                  Comments about Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses:

                  Great glasses with the coolness of self adjusting grayness. I use them for all the expected things and they work great with my motorcycle helmet. Very comfortable.

                  • Gift:
                  • No
                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size

                  (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  2.0

                  Fragile

                  By Dag1

                  from Mesa, AZ

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                  Pros

                  • Comfortable

                  Cons

                  • Fragile

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Tifosi Tyrant Photochromic Sunglasses:

                    After a few months of using these I noticed one of the lenses was cracking badly where it attaches to the frame. Never had that happen before and these hadn't been abused. Was happy with the glasses, but the durability is suspect - not sure I'd buy again.

                    • Gift:
                    • No
                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size

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