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Description

Even if you’re not a die hard Dead Head, you’ve almost certainly seen this friendly fivesome before. First appearing on the back cover of the 1973 album History of the Grateful Dead, Volume One (Bear's Choice), the Dancing Bears* have stuck around as a staple of music iconography for 50 years. And just like the music of the Dead will never stop, we’re pretty sure the Dancing Bears aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.

Built to last on the fan-favorite Fort Knocks, this pair lets you bring some tie-dye Dancing Bears cheer along no matter where you’re headed!

*If you talk to a purist, they’ll tell you the bears are marching, not dancing. But like thousands of other Deads Heads already have, we’re happy to encourage alternative interpretations.

  • Polarized rainbow mirrored lenses
  • Full UV400 eye protection
  • Clear base with an explosion of tie-dye coloring across the entire frame
  • Tie-dye arms decorated with iconic dancing bears on exterior  (well, marching bears if you ask Owsley)
  • Interior of left arm features the Grateful Dead logo
  • Silver hardware
  • Dancing Bear lens etch
  • Dancing Bears tie-dye microfiber pouch
  • Commemorative Grateful Dead packaging
  • FDA compliant impact resistant lenses
Frame & Lens Info

Frame Shape: Fort Knocks

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Lens Tech: Polarized

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Product Dimensions

Recommended Face Size: Medium to Large

Frame Height: 49 mm

Frame Width: 148 mm

Lens Width: 54 mm

Nose Bridge Width: 21 mm

Temple Length: 139 mm

Shipping & Returns

We ship Monday to Friday from our warehouse here in San Diego, CA, with the exception of holidays. For most standard orders, shipping takes about 5-7 business days depending on your selected carrier method at checkout (please allow up to 12 days for custom shades). Get your order sooner with our priority mail, 2nd day air, or overnight domestic shipping options. Once your order has been handed off to the carrier, you’ll receive a shipping confirmation email with your tracking information.


We also offer easy, free returns within 30 days of purchase for most products, with the exception of Custom Shop, Limited Editions, promotional items, and international orders. Check out our Help Center’s FAQ on returns for more information.


Questions? Shoot an email to support@knockaround.com, and we’ll get back to you ASAP!

Sustainability

In 2022, Knockaroud officially became Plastic Neutral—for every pound of plastic we use, we remove one pound from the environment elsewhere. But that’s far from where our sustainability efforts end. We’ve also implemented minimalist, recycled packaging, eliminated single-use plastics, and included recycled materials in our products whenever possible. There’s always more progress to be made, but we’re committed to putting in the work.

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Grateful Dead Dancing Bears Fort Knocks

Even if you’re not a die hard Dead Head, you’ve almost certainly seen this friendly fivesome before. First appearing on the back cover of the 1973 album History of the Grateful Dead, Volume One (Bear's Choice), the Dancing Bears* have stuck around as a staple of music iconography for 50 years. And just like the music of the Dead will never stop, we’re pretty sure the Dancing Bears aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.

Built to last on the fan-favorite Fort Knocks, this pair lets you bring some tie-dye Dancing Bears cheer along no matter where you’re headed!

*If you talk to a purist, they’ll tell you the bears are marching, not dancing. But like thousands of other Deads Heads already have, we’re happy to encourage alternative interpretations.

Stay Glare Aware

Polarized Lenses

Polarized lenses cut glare by filtering out horizontal light waves, like the ones that bounce off water or the road. Without this glare, you’re left with a more gentle view and reduced eye strain, not to mention crisper, cleaner details!

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Who we are

Sun and San Diego

Born, raised, and bathed in San Diego sunshine, Knockaround is the original, affordable sunglasses brand. Since 2005 we’ve committed to making durable shades that are both practical and stylish. Our stellar customer service and ever-growing selection of high-quality eyewear have made us not just hometown favorites, but go-to’s across the globe!

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4ocean plastic neutral commitment

Committed to Sustainability

Knockaround is Plastic Neutral

Making high-quality shades is the core of what we do, but inevitably that means we contribute to excess plastic byproduct. The idea of being a net drain on the environment doesn’t sit well with us, so we partnered with 4ocean to maintain plastic neutrality and work further to improve the environmental friendliness of our process.

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Reviewed by Drew B.
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Rated 5 out of 5

A year later and still looking brand new

First of all, I am a sunglasses fanatic and I am a second generation Dead Head. I love playfulness of these frames and lenses. I have had my pair for almost a year and they are still holding up and looking brand new. I only wish these had the rubberized nose part, because I do have a problem with them slipping off the top of my head when I pull them up. This was the first paid I purchased but I also just took advantage of the BOGO and just ordered 2 more pairs of different glasses. I cannot wait for them to arrive!!!

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Love My New Shades

I absolutely LOVE my new Knockaround Grateful Dead shades! Very light, extremely comfortable to wear and not so dark I can’t wear them indoors. I am very impressed with the quality!

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Rated 4 out of 5

Love these

Great colorful glasses

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Dancing Bears made me dance

My new Dancing Bears sunglasses are my new favorite! They’re perfect for the summer— brings back fun memories of watching the Grateful Dead in concert at the Irvine Meadows amphitheater.

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5 Stars

nice shades

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Rated 5 out of 5

Fort rocks!

These shades rock! Slightly bigger then the classic standard wayfair frames

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1 Star

Second pair I’ve bought that broke. Very brittle. Never owned glasses that broke so easy. They aren’t expensive so its not the end of the world but they also aren’t cheap

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Super Rad

Got these as a gift and they are so cool. Truly amazing in person. The lenses are shimmery , bears sparkle, and the size is perfect. Winning!

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Rated 5 out of 5

These shades just Keep on Truckin

Got these for my wife and, as a huge Dead fan, she loves them! They are her daily sunglasses and she has had them for a year with no issues. The Fort Knock frames are well built and the spring loaded hinge adds to the durability. And the carry bag really pops!

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Cool Shades

Love the design and lenses on these. Fit really comfortable and love that lenses are slightly different tones

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