Smith Shift MAG Cycling Sunglasses Review - feat. Magnetic Lens Change + Spare Clear Lens + Vented

[@valiantabello]

Your sunglasses reviews are your best I think. Thanks as always

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Glad you liked it! Happy you like our product-centric style. Can't tell you how many reviews I've come across where you barely see the product.

[@andershamburgen2092]

That's funny, I recognize foothills park in the background at 6:22!

[@TheSweetCyclists]

That's funny - Foothill Park is my goto spot for a lot of the product shots. Just did repeats up the observatory road this morning, I'm usually on my chameleon Tarmac if you see me out there.

[@chocoloco911]

Great in depth reviews !!! Subbed!!! 🤟🏼🤟🏼🤟🏼 one question though, which would you choose for mtb these or the POC Devour?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Great question. It really depends on what you're looking for. The POC Devour has more coverage and protection from the sun / debris with it's larger size. However, the POC doesn't offer a photochromic lens or the easy magnetic lens swap system though. For me, I think I prefer the Smith as it comes with a clear lens and feels more premium for same price.

[@chocoloco911]

@@TheSweetCyclists Thank you for taking the time. I’m getting back into mtb and I sold all my gear so now I have to go and buy an entire kit. I’ll place my order for these and a smith session helmet then ! Thanks again !

[@TheSweetCyclists]

No worries. Glad your getting back into it, cycling is a great hobby to have.

[@markianross]

Thanks for the review. BTW it's photochromic not photochromatic.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, you're correct. I realized I was using the wrong term after this video and hopefully have been consistent in our newer sunglass reviews.

[@Erikforehand]

Interested in your thoughts on the photochromic lens. How does it do in very sunny conditions - does it get dark enough? How long does it take to transition from a lighter tint to dark and vice versa? Either going with the photochromic or the black chromopop. Thanks for your review and feedback!

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Thanks and great question. The Smith Shift MAG is only offered with the Clear/Gray (20-85% VLT, Cat 0-2) and although we found that they adjust quickly to the environment they aren't dark enough for very sunny riding. At it's darkest its only a Cat 2 with VLT of 20%. You'll want something that is a Cat 3 so the Black Chromapop (VLT 10% - Cat 3) is probably a better choice. The Shift MAG also comes with clear lenses so if you ride in low light conditions you can quickly swap the lens out.

[@Erikforehand]

@@TheSweetCyclists Thanks! So you would recommend the black and the clear frames?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@Erikforehand If you're in very sunny conditions, I think any of the ChromaPop lenses are a better choice than the photochromic lens. The Black ChromaPop is a VLT of 10% which is very dark though, so if you ride in overcast or mixed conditions that one might be too dark.

[@Erikforehand]

@@TheSweetCyclists thanks again!

[@ItsMinarmy]

Where do you rank Smith's optical performance/lens technology compared to Bollé, Oakley?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

To be honest, it's hard to tell the difference between the premium brands. Unless you're buying gas station sunglasses, most modern sunglasses have clear and crisp optics. Photochromic lenses like the Smith / Bolle we've reviewed seem to perform equally well and are definitely worth the extra price over standard lenses.

[@ItsMinarmy]

@@TheSweetCyclists thank you for your reply, I very much thought so i.e. brands that focus on eyewear/started out as eyewear companies being very good performers. I also think photochromic is the way to go, spend a little more on one pair and be set for change of weather rather than having four different pairs offering different VLT. Keep up the good work.