Welcome to the first installment of Through the Lens, aka the XX2i Optics newsletter! We wanted a place where we could share our latest press announcements, all the accomplishments of our athletes, top notch product reviews, and AH-MAZING social media photos. So dive in below and learn about all things XX2i!

 

 XX2i OPTICS LAUNCHES BRAND NEW POLARIZED
CASUAL & PERFORMANCE SHADES FOR 2016

New year, new shades. XX2i Optics made some MAJOR additions to our product line, unveiling two new performance models and a whole new casual collection - all in 8K Ultra High Definition polarized. See below for the full lineup:

You can view and purchase the entire line on our website, and learn more about a few of the models under by following these links:
Hawaii1 performance model & the entire Casual Collection.

 

 XX2i OPTICS NAMED OFFICIAL SUNGLASS
OF RACE ACROSS AMERICA

We are ecstatic to announce that XX2i Optics has partnered with Race Across America to become the Official Sunglass of the World’s Toughest Bicycle Race! All competitors participating in the 3,000 mile excursion will have access to XX2i’s award-winning lineup of shades which feature multiple styles, colors, lens configurations and 4K lens technology, perfect for any condition the cyclists may encounter on their journey. Read more on our website.

 

GREAT OPTICS FOR THE GREAT PACIFIC RACE

We are lucky enough to sponsor not one, but TWO teams in this year's Great Pacific Rowing Race! Teams travel in boats from Monterey, CA to Honolulu, HI, and XX2i Optics is proud to aid Team Uniting Nations as well as Team OceanHearts. You can track the race RIGHT NOW.

 

REVIEW: HAWAII1 PERFORMANCE SUNGLASSES

Some lucky BibRave Pros got a taste of one of our newest performance sunnies, the Hawaii1, and wrote a slew of amazing first impression reviews! Learn why BibRave Pro Erin adores these shades here.

 

XX2i OPTICS TEAMS UP WITH NATASHA LABEAUD ANZURES

We've got BIG news! XX2i Optics is proud to announce our latest partnership with legendary Canadian runner and 2016 Olympic hopeful Natasha LaBeaud Anzures. Natasha's impressive running resume and competitive spirit make her an ideal ambassador for XX2i and the running community as a whole. Read more in our news section.

 

KEEPIN' IT CASUAL WITH BIBRAVE

Have you participated in a #BibChat with BibRave? If not, you better join us for one of these Twitter chats in the future! We have a full recap of what went down in one of our favorite BibChats when we discussed the Bermuda1, so click here to learn more.

 

XX2i OPTICS WINS OUTSIDE MAGAZINE'S
OUTSTANDING VALUE AWARD

Outside Magazine calls the USA1 Dual Pack "value taken to new, unexplored extremes." See why this highly renowned Outdoor Magazine gave XX2i Optics their outstanding Value Award by clicking here.

BOWHUNTERPLANET ON THE IMPORTANCE
OF EYE PROTECTION

Whether you're hiking, fishing, running, or walking, eye protection is an essential piece of equipment. Our friends from BowHunterPlanet explain why they love XX2i Optics sunglasses in the video above.