Croakies  Micro Suiters Eyewear Retainer

$9.00

Adjustable cotton/Lycra® eyewear retainer is designed to keep thin or wire-framed sunglasses securely on your head.

Color: Red
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Features

  • Tube design fits snugly on the ear stems of your glasses for cushioned comfort at the temples
  • Flexible bead slides along the back of the strap to adjust the fit

Made in USA.

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Multisport

Material(s)

Cotton/lycra spandex

Dimensions

26 x 1/4 inches

Weight

Less than 1 ounce

Reviews
59 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars

Ratings Snapshot

Product Rating

30 out of 33 (91%) reviewers recommend this product

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Most Helpful Favorable Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars
Croakies Are Back!
Scooterpie
3 years ago
Received free product
It's been a while since I owned a pair of croakies-college maybe?? Glad I have these micro sutiers now. I can't recall how many pairs of expensive shades I've owned that have fallen off and ended up with scratched/ruined lenses. These croakies are thin, lightweight, and fit comfortably. Adjustable strap is a nice touch too.
ScooterpieReceived free product
New York, NY
7 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5 stars
Will wreck your glasses
BHMN034
3 years ago
Do not trust your glasses with these. I like nice sunglasses and trusted these retainers to keep mine pristine and close at hand. I have multiple pairs of these and am now getting rid of all of them. You purchase these to hold your glasses. They will fail. When they do, your glasses will fall from your neck and drop to the ground. Or if you are fishing, you want just get scratched lenses, you'll get lost glasses in the water. I had my good Costa's on this and yesterday they fell on to the concrete after the holders unattached. Both lenses (glass to reduce scratching) are now wrecked. Reached out to Croakies and they state that "I didn't buy the glasses from them so it's not their fault". Do not trust these holders. Do not expect them to do anything at all to assist you when their product fails. If I could rate them lower than 1 star I would. When it comes time for the company to stand by their product, they don't. Absolutely terrible experience. If you value your glasses, avoid these at all costs.
BHMN034
MN
10 people found this review helpful

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ANTHONY88
Received free product
Baltimore MD
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Keeps Sunglasses Within Reach

3 years ago

Usually, when backpacking I just stick my shades onto the chest strap of my backpack. While conveniently in reach, my glasses often fall off causing me to damage multiple pairs of shades over the years. I decided to give these Croakies Eyewear Retainers to see if I could cut down scratched lenses. My Croakies allow me to keep my shades conveniently in reach while not having to worry about dropped, stepped on, or scratched-up shades. I could also see these being useful for those who are out on the water boating all day. While hiking in Dolly Sods I encountered high winds, losing my hat twice. My Croakies, while comfortably cinched, didn’t move an inch.

Age:35–44
Yes , I recommend this product
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Burdett
Received free product
Sayre, PA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Does the job effectively

3 years ago

The Micro Suiter functions as designed. I wore this Croakies product with my wire rim glasses to run, cross train with calisthenics and weights, do yoga, and dance Zumba. They held the glasses securely. The Micro design makes it lightweight. I honestly did not notice iit during exercise. I will continue using it.

Age:55–64
Yes , I recommend this product
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SubtleLikeATRex
Oahu
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars

They function well but tear easily

5 years ago

I use these to keep my glasses firm on my face when I'm sport climbing. They have worked great for that: always keeping my specs in place with no slippage, allowing me to see clearly without having to take a hand off the rock to adjust my glasses mid-route. The material is soft and has never caused discomfort. The problem is that after maybe ten uses the end of one of the arms on my glasses tore through the material while I was trying to put the retainers on my glasses for the day. Granted, they were inexpensive but they should still last longer than roughly ten days of use. These retainers may suit you well if you do not plan to take them off of your glasses.

No, I do not recommend this product
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Scooterpie
Received free product
New York, NY
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Croakies Are Back!

3 years ago

It's been a while since I owned a pair of croakies-college maybe?? Glad I have these micro sutiers now. I can't recall how many pairs of expensive shades I've owned that have fallen off and ended up with scratched/ruined lenses. These croakies are thin, lightweight, and fit comfortably. Adjustable strap is a nice touch too.

Age:45–54
Yes , I recommend this product
Helpful?
BHMN034
MN
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Will wreck your glasses

3 years ago

Do not trust your glasses with these. I like nice sunglasses and trusted these retainers to keep mine pristine and close at hand. I have multiple pairs of these and am now getting rid of all of them. You purchase these to hold your glasses. They will fail. When they do, your glasses will fall from your neck and drop to the ground. Or if you are fishing, you want just get scratched lenses, you'll get lost glasses in the water. I had my good Costa's on this and yesterday they fell on to the concrete after the holders unattached. Both lenses (glass to reduce scratching) are now wrecked. Reached out to Croakies and they state that "I didn't buy the glasses from them so it's not their fault". Do not trust these holders. Do not expect them to do anything at all to assist you when their product fails. If I could rate them lower than 1 star I would. When it comes time for the company to stand by their product, they don't. Absolutely terrible experience. If you value your glasses, avoid these at all costs.

Age:45–54
No, I do not recommend this product
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Arlo
Fort Collins, CO
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Does the job, for years and years!

11 years ago

This is my third pair of these. My oldest pair only recently gave out, after many (8?) years of sweat, sunscreen, dirt and abuse. I immediately put one of these on my new, expensive prescription sunglasses to help keep them safe on a big recent trip, and I keep one in my workout bag to hold my glasses on while I work out. They're basic, but very reliable.

Yes , I recommend this product
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happyCOcamper
Received free product
Denver, CO
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

Great for being out and about!

3 years ago

I have never used one of these before but thought I'd give this a try. It was great for being on a shady / sunny trail. Sunglasses go on sunglasses go off - no need for a case or to worry about them falling off my hat. I have ended up using this when I am running around a lot too - very convenient. Super easy to take on and off my glasses. I give this 4 vs 5 stars because the added width to my sunglasses starts to get irritating to my ears.

Age:45–54
Yes , I recommend this product
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TimothyL66
Received free product
Morton Ill
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great security for your shades

2 years ago

I’ve been using the Croakie retainer for nearly 6 months now. They have worked great to keep my eyewear where it belongs, on me. It’s easy to install and adjust. I also found the Croakie retainer comfortable during my long hiking treks. It’s a great buy for the $.

Age:55–64
Yes , I recommend this product
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Collin
Minneapolis
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Broke down over time

6 years ago

I used these for several months and over time the elastic part that attaches to the sunglasses broke down. In the future I will chose something that has a better attach point to hold the shades.

No, I do not recommend this product
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Himalaya Ben
Received free product
LOS ANGELES
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Croakies Micro Suiters Provide Macro Satisfaction!

3 years ago

I was never really a fan of Croakies in my youth. They seemed sort of goofy. Like Oakley Razors and Zinka. But as both my activities and demands on my gear grew, so did my need for quality! Enter the Croakies. These fuzzy little tubes of fabric elastic are subdued in color, but vibrant in utility. They are soft, durable, washable, and available in adjustable and non-adjustable styles. These Micro Suiters pulled by Ray Bans snuggly and securely to my face while never letting go or even making the slightest complaint. At one point while I was hoofing it out on a deep scramble, I even had one of my Gen-Y peers, the comment, "Woah, Croakies! They still make those? My dad used to wear those. Cool!". These things make you feel like you look cool, with those 90s vintage America's Cup, or jet-ski on Lake Havasu sort of feels. Think, cotton duct shorts and a henley, or a can of Coor's and a mullet. You get the idea, now get the kit.

Age:35–44
Yes , I recommend this product
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