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You've spent good money on a pair of sport sunglasses. The fit is dialled in and the UV protection is sorted. But here's what most people get wrong: the colour of your lenses matters just as much as whether they're polarized or not. Pick the wrong tint and you're making your eyes work harder, not easier.

You wouldn't go for a run in Jozi at midday without sunscreen. But there's a good chance you're doing exactly that to your eyes,  every single ride, every trail run, every afternoon on the water.

South Africa's UV index regularly hits 13 or above during summer. That's classified as extreme, the highest category on the scale. And unlike a sunburn you can see and feel, UV damage to your eyes is silent, cumulative, and irreversible.

Three lens materials dominate the market. CR-39, polycarbonate, and glass. Each has a clear purpose. Each has trade-offs.

Give your sunglasses a new life. With Nyoo Custom by Wombat Gear, send us your frames and we’ll fit them with high-quality CR39 custom lenses. Sustainable, stylish, affordable.

Explore Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses: AI voice assistant, camera, livestreaming & more. Plus, how Nyoo replacement lenses give classic Ray-Bans & Oakleys new life.

If you love your Oakley Sutro sunglasses but find that your lenses are scratched or worn out, we have great news for you! Our newly launched Oakley Sutro polarized replacement lenses, by NYOO, are designed to bring your favourite frames back to life with enhanced clarity, protection, and durability.

Oakley Latch lenses are designed for functionality and durability. Whether you're hiking, biking, or simply enjoying a sunny day, these lenses are built to protect your eyes while enhancing your vision. However, even the most rugged sunglasses can experience wear and tear, especially with the lenses.

Photochromic lenses, such as the Wombat Photochromic range, are a modern type of eyewear that darkens when exposed to UV light, primarily from the sun. These lenses are also called light adaptive, variable tint, or transition lenses, and are often promoted as providing protection from blue light.

When choosing sunglasses, the heated debate between polarized and non-polarized lenses often arises. This article aims to clarify the differences and help you decide which is best for your needs, whether you're at the beach, cycling, skiing, or just dealing with bright sunlight.

At Wombat Gear, we’re passionate about creating sunglasses that combine cutting-edge technology, superior materials, and impeccable craftsmanship.

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