Journal

Knockaround is now the Official Snow Goggles and Sunglasses of U.S. Ski & Snowboard and we couldn’t be more stoked about it! Not only will our team be specially designing U.S. Ski & Snowboard eyewear, but we’ll also be on site at your favorite events throughout the season.

They reduce glare. Seems simple enough. But the way polarized glasses reduce glare, and when and where you may wish to have this popular feature, gets more involved. And more interesting. Let’s delve in!

While polarized sunglasses are amazing, they’re not appropriate for every person in every situation. So when should you slip on a pair of polarized shades, and when might non-polarized lenses be better? Let’s answer that question with a deep dive into some potential drawbacks of polarized glasses.

Those who live in sunny San Diego and elsewhere in Southern California likely assume they pay that sun tax for a reason. They assume they’re living in some of the sunniest cities in the United States, maybe even the world. So what are the top 20 sunniest cities in the U.S.? Let’s take a look, along with things you can do on a visit to any one of these sunny spots.

What’s on your beach checklist? It’s a good idea to make one before taking off for a vacation at the beach. So let’s look at some must-haves for the beach.

Finding the right fit for glasses of all kinds can come down to one number: pupillary distance. Let’s look at pupillary distance meaning, how to measure yours, and how pupillary distance may help you select the perfect pair of shades.

Whether you’re camping, sleeping in your car, or finding a hotel along the way, there are certain accessories you can pack to make the road trip even better than it already is. Here are some of our favorite accessories to bring on your next epic adventure on the road.

You’ve probably heard about them. You may have seen someone wearing blue-light blockers while using a digital device, such as a phone or a tablet. But what are blue-light glasses? Let’s look at what they are, what they do, and why you may want a pair.

High-quality sunglasses often come with high price tags. But why? Why is high-quality eyewear often beyond the budget of the average consumer? It isn’t always, and it doesn’t need to be. Let’s look at what drives the cost of stylish sunglasses and why you don’t need to pay more for great sunglasses.