Lightweight Sports Sunglasses That Work On and Off the Bike.
The Tifosi Swick combines the casual shape of everyday sunglasses with the lightweight frame and secure contact points found in sports eyewear. They work well for recreational cycling, running, walking, travel and general outdoor use.
Several frame and lens combinations are available, including standard tinted, mirrored and polarised options. Check the selected variant carefully to make sure the lens suits where and when you plan to use the glasses.
Choose the Right Lens
- Smoke: Reduces brightness while maintaining a neutral view of colours in sunny conditions
- Brown: Improves contrast and definition, making changes in terrain easier to see
- Smoke Red Mirror: Uses a neutral Smoke base tint with a brighter red mirrored finish
- Smoke Bright Blue: Uses a Smoke base tint with a blue mirrored finish
- Sky Blue Polarised: Reduces reflected glare from roads, water and other bright surfaces
Polarised lenses are useful for reducing reflected glare, although they can make some bike computers and phone screens harder to read from certain angles.
Lightweight TR-90 Frame
The Grilamid TR-90 frame weighs approximately 26g, keeping the Swick comfortable through a full day of wear. The material is flexible and durable enough for regular outdoor use without making the glasses feel bulky.
Secure Fit When You Start Sweating
Hydrophilic rubber nose pads increase their grip as they become wet, helping the glasses remain stable when you are active or the weather warms up.
Tifosi Glide technology allows the arms to slide on smoothly while maintaining a secure, low-bounce fit.
Hair-Friendly Integrated Hinges
The integrated hinges create a clean, streamlined shape without exposed parts that can catch or pull on hair. This makes the glasses easier to move between your face and the top of your head during everyday use.
Polycarbonate Lens Protection
The shatter-resistant and scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses provide 100% UVA and UVB protection. Their optically recentered construction helps reduce distortion and supports a clear view across the lens.
Scratch resistance helps with normal use, but the lenses can still be marked. Rinse away dust before wiping them and use the supplied microfibre bag for cleaning and storage.
Key Features
- Casual sports sunglasses for active and everyday use
- Medium-to-extra-large fit
- Lightweight Grilamid TR-90 frame
- Hydrophilic rubber nose pads increase grip when wet
- Tifosi Glide technology provides a smooth and stable fit
- Integrated hair-friendly hinges
- Shatter-resistant polycarbonate lenses
- Scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses
- Optically recentered construction helps reduce distortion
- 100% UVA and UVB protection
- Standard, mirrored and polarised lens options available
- Microfibre cleaning bag included
Who Are These Glasses For?
The Swick suits anyone wanting a pair of sunglasses that can be worn for a casual ride or run without looking like dedicated race eyewear. The shape also works well for driving, walking, travelling and everyday outdoor wear.
They provide less coverage and airflow than a dedicated cycling shield. Riders wanting maximum protection from wind and trail debris should consider a model such as the Tifosi Rail, Rail XC, Rivet or Moab.
Our Thoughts
The Swick is a useful option if you want one pair of sunglasses for everyday wear and relaxed riding. They are light, comfortable and more secure than a typical lifestyle frame once the hydrophilic nose pads become damp.
Smoke is the straightforward all-round choice for bright conditions. Brown gives the view a little more contrast, while the polarised version makes sense for driving or spending time around water and other reflective surfaces.
The Swick has a fairly accommodating fit, but the nosepiece and earpieces are not fully adjustable. We recommend trying them on if you usually struggle with sunglasses being too wide or sitting too close to your cheeks.
Why Buy from Chain Reaction?
- Practical advice on eyewear fit and lens selection
- Help choosing between standard, mirrored and polarised lenses
- Independent Christchurch bike shop
- Nationwide New Zealand delivery
- Ongoing support from our Christchurch team
Specifications
- Brand: Tifosi Optics
- Model: Swick
- Frame style: Full-frame sports lifestyle sunglasses
- Fit: Medium–extra large
- Frame material: Grilamid TR-90
- Lens material: Polycarbonate
- Lens construction: Optically recentered
- Lens protection: Shatter-resistant and scratch-resistant
- UV protection: 100% UVA and UVB
- Nosepiece: Integrated hydrophilic rubber
- Frame technology: Tifosi Glide
- Hinges: Integrated hair-friendly design
- Approximate weight: 26g
- Available lens types: Standard tint, mirrored and polarised
- Included accessory: Microfibre cleaning bag
- Intended use: Recreational cycling, running and everyday outdoor use