Smith Pursuit Sunglasses

Goggle-level coverage, photochromic lens tech, and a bombproof fit built to handle everything from steep bootpacks to full-gas descents.

The Smith Pursuit Sunglasses are glacier-style shield shades designed for serious backcountry missions where normal sunnies just don’t cut it. They blend XXL, goggle-like coverage with the lighter weight and airflow of sunglasses, so you can skin, bootpack, and charge down without constantly battling fog or pressure points. The ChromaPop™ Glacier Photochromic lens is the heart of the setup, adapting from roughly category 1 to category 4 (around 7–45% VLT) as light changes, while boosting contrast and colour so you can see texture in snow, ice, and rock more clearly. Removable magnetic TPU side shields and an optional nose guard ramp up protection when the sun is nuking or the wind is howling, while the Evolve™ bio-based frame, QuickFit adjustable temples, Megol no-slip pads, and screwless pack-friendly hinges keep things light, durable, and stable for long days in the alpine. Every pair ships with a bonus clear lens, goggle-style retainer strap, and low-profile case, so you’re properly set for everything from storm-day exits to summer glacier missions.

• ChromaPop™ Glacier Photochromic lens: Interchangeable shield lens adapts from category 1 to 4 (about 7–45% VLT) for clear vision from flat-light approaches to full bluebird exposure.
• Goggle-like coverage: XL cylindrical shield lens and large wrap shape give serious protection from overhead sun, side glare, spindrift, and debris at speed.
• Magnetic side shields and nose guard: Removable TPU side shields and optional nose cover block stray light and wind when you’re high on the ridge or deep in the couloir.
• Secure backcountry fit: QuickFit adjustable temples, Megol nose and temple pads, and a snow-goggle inspired retainer strap keep the Pursuit locked to your face on sketchy traverses and technical descents.
• Light yet tough frame: Evolve™ bio-based frame with screwless hinges is lightweight, durable, and designed to survive pack life, transitions, and general mission abuse.
• Bonus clear lens and case: Comes with a clear spare lens and low-profile performance case so you’re sorted for night exits, storm days, and travel.