Native Eyewear Linville - Best Sunglasses of 2014 by Outside magazine

THE BEST SUNGLASSES OF 2014

Native Linville

BEST FOR: Roadies and runners who prize subtlety.

THE TEST: This new iteration of performance eye gear ($149) does the job for high-speed, windy, and sweaty athletics without making you look the least bit like a robo-eyed jackass. The view is high-res through polarized poly lenses that curve down toward the cheekbone for all-around coverage. Vent holes cleverly concealed high in the frames promote defogging air exchange, while the half-frame design makes for an unobstructed view. Head hold is enhanced by a stripe of sticky rubber running the length of the temples.

THE VERDICT: Real winners don’t need to get all aggro. 

VALUE: 3.5 
PERFORMANCE: 4.5