Sport frames are essential to any sportswear kit. Whether it’s a specially crafted sunglass with a meticulously rounded base curve or a performance frame disguised in a streetwear design worn post-surfing, it’s undeniable—the sport frame is having a MOMENT. Here nine of today’s hottest sports stars reveal their favorite performance sunwear.
—Patrisha Holly Zabrycki
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SPY » Ken Block
“As always, SPY killed it when it came to incorporating my livery for this season onto these frames,” says Ken Block, professional rally driver with the Hoonigan Racing Division. “This year, we’ve worked together to incorporate it not only on the Helm, but also six other styles, which is awesome. Choice is everything, and I’m excited about being able to switch up my looks on a day-to-day basis while still matching my car and driving suit when I’m at the track. Plus, the Happy Lens is perfect for picking out any debris or road conditions that may affect my traction. The color and contrast enhancement is crucial and helps me perform my best behind the wheel.”
HELM from Spy Optic
Kaenon » Lonnie Chisenhall
“I travel with three separate pairs of sunglasses, each with different lens tints to use depending on the light conditions,” says Lonnie Chisenhall, third baseman for the Cleveland Indians. “So for me, it comes down to lens quality and then having the frame fit every aspect of my face and not be in my way. I want my sunglasses to be a part of me so I don’t even notice them.”
S-KORE from Kaenon
Oakley » Mark Cavendish
“Jawbreaker looks fast. Its extended protection and advanced ventilation system is revolutionary. It’s more than just eyewear,” says Mark Cavendish, cyclist with UCI ProTeam Etixx - Quick-Step.
JAWBREAKER from Oakley
Marchon/Dragon Alliance » Mick Fanning
“For me and my friends, we live in and around the water all the time. Whether it be hanging at our local beach or going on a boat trip to Indo for surf, having quality sunglasses that protect my eyes and float, it is the perfect combination,” says Mick Fanning, Australian professional surfer and three-time world champion. “Dragon’s H20 Floatable covers all my bases.”
DRAGON ALLIANCE H20 Floatable collection from Marchon Eyewear
Costa » Casey Ashley
“Lenses are the first thing I look for when choosing sunglasses, and Costa’s lenses are the best on the market, without a doubt,” says Casey Ashley, pro bass angler and 2015 Bassmaster Classic winner. “My go-to lens is the copper lens; being colorblind, these lenses allow me to see fish better in the water. I also consider the frame—my go-to style is Costa’s Fantail because it has a wrap shape to keep glare out and rubberized lining to keep the sunglasses in place, regardless of sweat or rain.”
FANTAIL from Costa
EYEking/Under Armour » Brandon PhilLips
With over 300,000 followers on Instagram and a whopping 1 million followers on Twitter, starting second baseman for the Cincinnati Reds Brandon Phillips (aka @DatDudeBP) says it best via social media: “#YeaBuddy... Just coolin’ it w/my @UnderArmour stunna shades, the Igniter 2.0 from Eyeking!!! #IWill#PushTheGame #Cincinnati #SW4G #ImGlovinIt @2020mag #HallOfFrames”
UNDER ARMOUR Igniter 2.0
from Eyeking
Wiley X » Joey Logano
“I work hard when I’m at the track, but I also like to play hard too. That’s why I always have these guys on me wherever I go,” says Joey Logano, American stock car driver and the youngest winner in two of NASCAR’s three top divisions. “Wiley X shades are practically shatter-proof, and they’re ANSI-rated for on-the-job use to keep your eyes well-protected wherever you are and whatever you do. They’re also pretty styling.”
MOXY from Wiley X Eyewear
Smith » Yadin Nicol
“I love the ChromaPop lenses that Smith has,” says Yadin Nicol, pro surfer and Smith athlete. “They don’t distort your vision like polarized lenses sometimes do.”
LOWDOWN from Smith Optics
Marchon/Nike » Paul Casey
“Having the correct eyewear is invaluable, it can make or break your day on the course,” says Paul Casey, Nike Golf Athlete. “The opportunity to provide feedback to the team directly ensured that the result would be just what myself and other golfers need.”
