Lightweight Sports Glasses for Running, Golf and Everyday Training
The Tifosi Navar is a lightweight half-frame sunglass made for running, golf and other active outdoor use. Its open design provides clear sightlines without the size or enclosed feel of an oversized shield lens.
Vented polycarbonate lenses help manage airflow, while hydrophilic nose pads and Tifosi Glide earpieces keep the glasses sitting comfortably and securely as you move.
Choose the Right Lens
- Gloss Black with Smoke: A neutral-tint lens for bright sunlight that reduces overall brightness without significantly changing how colours appear.
- Satin Vapor with AC Red: A contrast-enhancing lens suited to overcast weather, mixed light and changing outdoor conditions.
- Midnight Vapor with Sky Blue Mirror: A mirrored lens designed to reduce glare and provide comfortable vision in bright outdoor conditions.
Choose Smoke or Sky Blue Mirror for regular use in bright sunlight. AC Red is the more versatile option for overcast weather, mixed light and conditions that change throughout the day.
Clear, Open Field of View
The half-frame construction leaves the lower edge of the lens unobstructed. This gives you a clear view when looking down at the road, checking your footing on a trail or addressing the ball on the golf course.
The Navar is less enclosed than a full-frame or large shield sunglass, making it a good option for anyone who prefers a more conventional shape.
Lightweight and Secure
The Grilamid TR-90 frame is lightweight, flexible and durable. Hydrophilic rubber nose pads become grippier as you perspire, helping the glasses remain stable during running and other active use.
Tifosi Glide technology allows the earpieces to slide on comfortably and provides a secure, low-bounce fit. At approximately 25g, the Navar should remain comfortable through longer training sessions or rounds of golf.
The nose pads and earpieces provide a secure fit but are not fully adjustable. If you need more control over the lens position, consider a Tifosi model with adjustable nose and ear pieces.
Vented Polycarbonate Lenses
Small lens vents improve airflow and help reduce fogging as your temperature rises. No sports glasses can remain completely fog-free in every combination of temperature, humidity and effort, but the vents give warm air and moisture a better opportunity to escape.
The shatter-resistant polycarbonate lenses provide full UVA and UVB protection. Their optically recentered construction helps reduce distortion and supports clear vision across the lens.
The lenses are scratch-resistant but not scratch-proof. Rinse away dust and grit before cleaning them with the supplied microfibre bag.
Key Features
- Lightweight half-frame sports sunglasses
- Open lower lens area provides clear sightlines
- Designed for running, golf and active outdoor use
- Choice of Smoke, AC Red or Sky Blue Mirror lens
- Durable Grilamid TR-90 frame
- Vented lenses improve airflow and help reduce fogging
- Hydrophilic nose pads increase grip as you perspire
- Tifosi Glide earpieces provide a comfortable, low-bounce fit
- Shatter-resistant polycarbonate lenses
- Optically recentered construction helps reduce distortion
- Full UVA and UVB protection
- Medium–Large fit
- Approximately 25g
- Microfibre cleaning bag included
Who Is the Tifosi Navar For?
The Navar suits runners, golfers and other active users who want lightweight eyewear with a secure fit and good ventilation. Its Medium–Large sizing is best suited to medium and larger faces.
For cycling, it works well for recreational riding and training. Riders wanting greater coverage from wind, insects and trail debris may prefer the larger Navar FC or one of Tifosi’s shield-style models.
Our Thoughts
The Navar is a straightforward sports sunglass that gets the useful details right. It is light, well ventilated and secure without looking overly technical when worn away from training.
The main choice between the Navar and Navar FC comes down to coverage. Choose the Navar for a smaller, more conventional lens shape or the Navar FC if you want broader protection across the front of your face.
For lens choice, we would use Smoke or Sky Blue Mirror for brighter days and AC Red when the weather is overcast or the available light is less consistent.
Why Buy from Chain Reaction?
- Help choosing the right Tifosi frame and lens
- Advice on eyewear fit and intended use
- Independent Christchurch bike shop
- Nationwide New Zealand delivery
- Ongoing support from our Christchurch team
Specifications
- Brand: Tifosi Optics
- Model: Navar
- Frame type: Half frame
- Frame material: Grilamid TR-90
- Lens material: Polycarbonate
- Lens construction: Optically recentered
- Lens ventilation: Vented
- UV protection: Full UVA and UVB
- Nose pads: Hydrophilic rubber
- Earpiece technology: Tifosi Glide
- Fit: Medium–Large
- Weight: Approximately 25g
- Included accessory: Microfibre cleaning bag
- Intended use: Running, golf, recreational cycling and general outdoor sport