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Livestrong FLAK JACKET Jet Black/Black Iridium (12-762)

Livestrong FLAK JACKET Jet Black/Black Iridium (12-762)

Livestrong FLAK JACKET Cycling Sunglasses When we aim to defy the limits of possibility, we take inspiration from the iron will of athletes like Lance Armstrong. The cycling legend was diagnosed with cancer in 1996 and underwent grueling surgery and chemotherapy, refusing the slim odds of survival and returning to win the Tour de France seven years in a row. Today his foundation inspires and empowers people affected by cancer. We’re supporting its ongoing mission by providing $20 from each sale of this Oakley Livestrong™ special edition. This salute to the ultimate survivor is rendered in the colors of his foundation logo. You’ll find the word “LIVESTRONG” laser etched near the edge of the lens, and to cut glare and balance light in bright sun, the optics are tuned with BLACK IRIDIUM® lens coating. The lenses are interchangeable to let you adapt to any environment, and the included protective SOFT VAULT® case has room for an extra set when you expand your collection. We even make prescription lenses for this frame. The yardstick of performance in the eyewear industry is an organization called ANSI, and this sunglass exceeds their uncompromising Z87.1 optical standards. You get the benefits of HIGH DEFINITION OPTICS® (HDO®) including XYZ OPTICS® to maximize peripheral vision with clarity at every angle of view. To keep the world’s best optics at their best, our permanent HYDROPHOBIC™ lens coating sheds sweat, rain, skin oils and dust. We utilized durable, lightweight O MATTER® frame material to create a comfortable design that makes an art of performance. Matched with PLUTONITE® lenses that filter out 100% of all eye-chapping UV, this sunglass meets ANSI Z87.1 standards for high mass and high velocity impact resistance. Our renowned Three-Point Fit holds the lenses in precise optical alignment with UNOBTAINIUM® components that increase grip with sweat. To make the fit adaptable, these sunglasses come with two sizes of interchangeable nosepiece components. Durability and all-day comfort of lightweight, stress-resistant O Matter® frame material Optimized peripheral vision and side protection of 8.75 base lens curvature Comes standard with Oakley Hydrophobic/Oleophobic anti-smudge lens coating Comfort and performance of Three-Point Fit that holds lenses in precise optical alignment Metal icon accents LIVESTRONG laser etch on left lens Optical precision and performance that meets all ANSI Z87.1 standards Impact resistance that meets all ANSI Z87.1 standards for high-mass and high-velocity impact UV protection of Plutonite® lens that filters out 100% of UVA / UVB / UVC & harmful blue light up to 400 nm Glare reduction and tuned light transmission of Iridium® lens coating Protective sports-specific Oakley Soft Vault included with capacity for extra lenses

Average Customer Rating: 4.6 5 4.6 out of 5
4 of 5 (80%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for Livestrong FLAK JACKET Jet Black/Black Iridium (12-762)

Overall 3 5 3 5
Performance 5 5 5 5
Durability 1 5 1 5
Style 2 5 2 5
Product Experience
Face fit: 4 7 large Just Right
Product Weight: 4 7 Heavy Normal
Charlie
Location: Raleigh, NC
I use this product for: Cycling
I have used this product for: 3-6 months
I use it: Average
My face is: On Par
Not what I expected
Date: August 25, 2009
These glasses fit great, but a month after I purchased them the paint started peeling. My roommates flak jackets started doing the same thing after a few months also. You would think that if you pay $150 dollars for a pair of sunglasses you wouldnt have problems with quality.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Review 2 for Livestrong FLAK JACKET Jet Black/Black Iridium (12-762)

Overall 5 5 5 5
Performance 5 5 5 5
Durability 5 5 5 5
Style 5 5 5 5
Product Experience
Face fit: 4 7 large Just Right
Product Weight: 2 7 Heavy Very Light
Ryan12
Location: Charlotte,TX
I use this product for: Everyday activity
I have used this product for: 3-6 months
I use it: Average
My face is: Kind of Small
Kul
Date: June 15, 2009
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Pros: Comfortable, Durable, Optimal clarity

These are the best sunglasses i have.....i would recomend these to everybody.

Review 3 for Livestrong FLAK JACKET Jet Black/Black Iridium (12-762)

Overall 5 5 5 5
Performance 5 5 5 5
Durability 5 5 5 5
Style 5 5 5 5
Product Experience
Face fit: 4 7 large Just Right
Product Weight: 2 7 Heavy Very Light
DeathPig
Location: Amarillo, Texas
I use this product for: Mountain Biking
I have used this product for: Over a year
I use it: Aggressively
My face is: On Par
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Don't Be Stupid
Date: June 6, 2009
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Pros: Comfortable, Durable, Optimal clarity, No glare, donation to livestrong foundation

If you don’t own at least a half-dozen pair of Flak Jackets, then you are a complete idiot! I have many styles of Oakley’s, but for me, the Half Jacket was my go-to work horse. Then came the Flak Jacket. The lens size is about the same, but for some reason the Flak provides me more coverage. They are very comfortable and extremely light weight. I almost forget I am wearing them moments after putting them on. If you are considering your first pair, you can’t go wrong with the ‘murdered-out’ black on black with black iridium lenses. And don’t be fooled by the metallic red… they look so much better in person then they do in the picture. Then there’s the polished white or Livestrong editions, or heck, click on the custom option and build your own creation. Either way, you won’t be disappointed.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Review 4 for Livestrong FLAK JACKET Jet Black/Black Iridium (12-762)

Overall 5 5 5 5
Performance 5 5 5 5
Durability 5 5 5 5
Style 5 5 5 5
Product Experience
Face fit: 5 7 large A Little Loose
Product Weight: 2 7 Heavy Very Light
48R3
Location: MidWest, USA
I use this product for: Running
I have used this product for: 3-6 months
I use it: Average
My face is: On Par
Great sunglasses
Date: May 29, 2009
Pros: Comfortable, Durable, Optimal clarity, No glare, livestrong!!
Cons: hits my cheeks when i smile

I use these primarily for running and they are great! The sweat occasional drips onto the glasses and they wipe off easily. They fit on the head just right, it hasn't slipped even though I sweat like crazy, and I have yet to push them up my nose while running

Lenses have great coverage, the black iridium is perfect for a sunny day.

I use them while I rollerblade as well and they fit with my Giro helmet perfectly.

Livestrong colors are very nice, great charity, glad I purchased at O-store because I know some of the money goes to this foundation.

I love the fact that it came with a hard case as well as a soft case. There are also extra nosebombs as well.

Only one snag - They don't make these in Asian fit, they sometimes hit my cheeks when I smile. I've tried some other models that are asian fit and it really didn't make that much of a difference on my face though.

Review 5 for Livestrong FLAK JACKET Jet Black/Black Iridium (12-762)

Overall 5 5 5 5
Performance 5 5 5 5
Durability 5 5 5 5
Style 5 5 5 5
Product Experience
Face fit: 4 7 large Just Right
Product Weight: 2 7 Heavy Very Light
xcnewell
Location: Hillsdale, MI
I use this product for: Everyday activity
I have used this product for: 3-6 months
I use it: Average
My face is: On Par
Great sunglasses, great cause
Date: May 20, 2009
Pros: Comfortable, Durable, Optimal clarity, No glare

I am a huge fan of Livestrong and of cycling as well. I bought these glasses to show my support and also to have a pair of Oakleys that I knew would be amazing. These sunglasses fit both aspects quite well. They filter out a lot of glare and allow you to experience great colors when you are playing sports, driving, etc. They also help clear up a lot of glare to increase your vision.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.