Sunglasses
Product 2020
Woman, Man

SMITH Attack

FIRST

We are familiar with Smith products and more specifically sunglasses intended for cycling: Smith Reverb, Smith Pivlock Arena Max.

The Smith Attack sunglasses look a lot like the models we’ve already tested, yet one detail changes everything: the frame. Its design solves all the problems of fragility and complexity encountered with interchangeable lens systems. The Smith come with two lenses. To change them, simply press lightly with your thumb at the base of the temples and pull them back without forcing: they are very easily detached from the frame. The system is easy, practical and strong. Two magnetic parts make it possible to secure the arm to the edge of the lens when it is reclipped. This technology, called MAG, makes it easier to wash the lens after use and you no longer think twice about removing the arms. The system holds up well when you slip the sunglasses into your jersey pocket; During the long months of use, no arm ever unclipped. On the other hand, we occasionally rinsed the glasses in a fountain to remove traces of perspiration; we then waved the Smith Attack by one arm to get rid of the water droplets. The arm did separate from the lens, which almost allowed the lens to fall to the ground (which it didn’t).

The Smith Attack performed impeccably in all other instances, starting with the quality of the ChromaPop lens. Its gray base is very effective in sunny conditions, you have full protection. Only passages through dimly lit tunnels are difficult to handle. The contrasts are not excessive, details are clear as well as the optical quality over the entire lens’ surface: no distortion, no reflections whatever the area where your gaze falls.
A second interchangeable pink lens is included for cloudy conditions. Both lenses are oleophobic and hydrophobic, which greatly reduces marks. Perspiration however leaves streaks but they are minimal.

During the long weeks that we used the Smith Attack, we didn’t notice any fogging up.

Wind protection is effective, the air streams do not reach the eyes. For those who want a wider lens (current trend), there is an oversized version in the catalogue: the Smith Attack Max.

Light (30 grams on our scales), the Smith Attack are very pleasant to wear because the temples are both comfortable and efficient: the sunglasses don’t slip. The nose pieice doesn’t slip, and remains very comfy over many miles. The Attack don’t not make any squeaks or light plastic rubbing noises.

As usual, these Smith sunglasses come in a superb hard storage case as well as a textile pouch. In this regard, the brand doesn’t do things by halves. The product is very well protected, and easily stored in a high quality case.

The Smith Attack have a very sophisticated lens changing system that is ultra-practical, simple and reliable. We also have the (very) high-quality Smith lenses and comfortable frame. An excellent durable and high performance product for cycling, triathlon and trail running. It wasn’t hard rewarding them a FIRST award.

"The Smith Attack have a very sophisticated lens changing system that is ultra-practical, simple and reliable. We also have the (very) high-quality Smith lenses and comfortable frame. An excellent durable and high performance product for cycling, triathlon and trail running. It wasn’t hard rewarding them a FIRST award."

Rating

  • 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
  • FACE FIT
    9
  • HEAD HOLD
    9
  • PROTECTION
    9
  • ANTI-FOG
    10
  • DURABILITY
    9
  • STORAGE CASE
    10

Price : 138

Weight

30

Overall Rating

9.33

LONG TERM TEST

We used this equipment over a long period of time
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