What: Rudy Project Rydon ImpactX

Unifying seamlessly advanced design technology and materials science, the RYDON™ blends cutting-edge ergonomic features with advanced materials (Carbon, Aluminum, Magnesium, Silicium and Titanium) to create a super-lightweight, versatile, high performance sunglass. Rydon™ has been uniquely engineered with a carbonium frame and revolutionary aerospatial aluminum alloy (Kynetium™) temples which combine Magnesium, Silicium and Titanium to create an unbelievably lightweight (mg), durable (ti) and flexible (si) sunglass. These material advances allowed for the design specifications to be “pushed” giving our engineers the ability to create a stunning wraparound masterpiece.

ImpactX™ Photochromic lenses provide unique climatic management technology, getting dark from low to high light transmission within few seconds; ImpactX™ Polarized Photochromic enhance contrast and depth perception while providing unparalleled eye protection.

About Me: I’m a recreational Mountain Biker, a bike commuter and an occasional roadie. I’m 5′7″, 164 lbs and 37 yrs young.

Testing Grounds:Fullerton Loop, Aliso Woods, Turnbull Canyon, the mean streets of LA and the San Gabriel River Trail.

Thumbs up:I am a huge fan of sunglasses with photocromic lenses. I really like the way they adapt to different light conditions without the hassle of switching lenses. However, one of the drawbacks of such lenses is the range of how dark/light the lenses become. I have owned sunglasses that the low range is too dark, or the high range is too light. Surprisingly, the Rydon’s range is such that I’m able to ride at night

during cloudy conditions

and when the sun is really bright.

Another great feature of the Rudy Project Rydon sunglasses is the impact resistant lenses. I didn’t test that feature on the trail, but I take Rudy Project’s word, after all, the lenses are guaranteed unbreakable for life.

Thumbs Down:Some people may flinch at the $249 price tag, I know I did.

Recommendation:Yes, $249 is a hefty price to pay for sunglasses, but the Rudy Project Rydon are not just sunglasses. The Italian quality, the features, the materials and the guarantee make these sunglasses a good buy for those who can afford and appreciate this “stunning wraparound masterpiece”.

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