Designed and made in Italy, the new HYPE sunglasses were debuted by the Red Bull – BORA – Hansgrohe team in October at the Il Lombardia. Ten different color/lens combinations of the HYPE sunglasses will be available.
KOO HYPE extra-ventilated cycling sunglasses
Design-wise, the HYPE sunglasses feature a squared shape with dual lenses that offer a wide field-of-vision. KOO uses polycarbonate Zeiss lenses, which are toric-shaped (with a double curvature) to minimize optical distortion.
The lens width is 141mm, and frames are 151mm wide overall.
With airflow as a design priority, the HYPE sunglasses include vent ports on either side of the frames plus a center vent at the bridge of the nose. These vents aim to provide ample airflow to keep fogging to a minimum during high-intensity rides.
The HYPE frames feature wraparound temples for a secure fit, and their arm length is 115mm. The lightweight frames are made from 45% bio-based polymers, so a pair of HYPEs weighs in at just 30g (claimed).
The HYPE sunglasses are also compatible with KOO’s optical clip. The optical clip is an extra frame that can host prescription lenses. The clip sits inside the shaded lens and snaps onto the nose bridge of the sunglasses. Optical clips are available in black or clear.
Koo Hype – Colors/Lenses, Pricing and Availability:
KOO is offering the new HYPE sunglasses in 10 different frame color/lens options:
- Bora Blue and Silver/Glossy Red Mirror Lens
- Forest Green/Matt Green lens
- Havana/Matt Petrol Mirror Lens
- Dark Red/Matt Red Mirror lens
- Green Glass/Matt Copper lens
- Violet Glass/Matt Violet lens
- Dark Blue/Matt Turquoise lens
- Almond White/Matt Brown lens
- Black Matt/Smoke lens
- Crystal/Turquoise Mirror lens
All models retail for $215 / 200€. A limited release of the HYPE sunglasses is available now through KOO’s website, and the compete collection will be in stock as of January 2025.
