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The Smith Optics Lake Shasta sunglasses blend retro-inspired style with modern lens technology for an active lifestyle. These prescription-ready polarized sunglasses feature Smith’s ChromaPop lens technology paired with eco-conscious Evolve frames, making them a smart choice for anyone who values both performance and sustainability.
Smith’s ChromaPop lenses do more than just darken your view. The technology filters out specific wavelengths where blue/green and red/green light intersect—the exact points where your eyes struggle to distinguish color. The result is enhanced contrast, truer color, and sharper detail whether you’re on the water, hiking mountain trails, or navigating city streets. Add polarization to the mix and you get serious glare reduction, making these sunglasses particularly effective for bright conditions and reflective surfaces.
All ChromaPop lenses provide 100% UV protection, shielding your eyes from harmful UVA and UVB rays. The lenses also feature anti-reflective and moisture-resistant coatings for clear optics and easy cleaning.
The Lake Shasta frames are constructed from Smith’s Evolve material—a bio-based polymer made from over 53% renewable castor plants. It’s lightweight, durable, and part of what Smith calls the largest eco-friendly sunglass collection in the world. The oval shape offers medium coverage with a 6-base lens curvature that provides a modest wraparound fit without excessive curve.
Megol nose pads and temple grips keep the frames secure on your face, and they actually increase their grip when exposed to moisture or sweat. AutoLock hinges hold the temples open for easy one-handed on-and-off. These aren’t sunglasses that slide down your nose mid-run or mid-paddle.
The Lake Shasta is prescription-ready, so you can add your Rx and get the same ChromaPop performance with vision correction. The unisex design and medium fit work for a wide range of face shapes, and the retro-modern aesthetic transitions easily from outdoor adventures to everyday wear. Whether you’re headed to the beach, the mountains, or just running errands around town, these sunglasses deliver the clarity and protection you need.
