Smith Optics Truss Sunglasses

Review by Erin Trail

The Smith Optics Truss Sunglasses are a modern take on a classic aviator style that’s ready to tackle everything from bike rides, runs, and patio beers.

Details

• ChromaPop™ polarized lenses (also available in ChromaPop™ non-polarized or photochromic lenses)
• Smudge and moisture resistant coating
• 100% UV protection
• Medium fit, large coverage
• Easy-adjust, QuickFit temples
• Megol temple and nose pads
• Evolve™ bio-based frame
• AutoLock hinges hold frames open for easy one-hand on and off
• Removable TPU bridge piece for added comfort and style
• Leash-ready temple tip holes
• Comes with a SMITH rolltop buckle pouch with built-in microfiber cloth and paracord leash

Fit and Function

The Smith Optics Truss Sunglasses is a funky take on aviator glasses, offering a modern frame geometry with Smith’s proven quality optics.

I’ve been wearing the Smith Optics Truss Sunglasses over the past month, on a variety of bike rides (road, mountain, bikepacking), running, and for daily wear.

I received the Matte Olive Oil | ChromaPop Polarized Brown version of the Truss.  The brown polarized lens is appropriate for sunny conditions.  I would say that the lens darkness is on the medium side.  The polarized brown lens isn’t so dark that you have a hard time seeing in shadows.

The Evolve™ bio-based frame is very light.  While wearing the Truss Sunglasses, I barely feel them on my face.  The contact points (nose, temples) are also very comfortable, thanks to the Megol pads.

The Smith Optics Truss Sunglasses easily mix and match with a variety of headwear.  I’ve worn the sunglasses with several different helmets (Smith and non-Smith branded). In all tests, the glasses fit well and didn’t bang against the helmet.  The field of view is nice, allowing for a clear vision while moving at cycling speeds.  The coverage is also in the “just right” category:  plenty of coverage to help keep bugs out but not so large that the sunglasses take over my face.

I also enjoyed wearing the Smith Optics Truss Sunglasses for running.  The lenses offer good ventilation and I didn’t experience excessive behind the lens sweating or eye watering from too much wind.

The Smith Optics Truss Sunglasses are also a great casual option.  The frames feel comfortable when in “indoor mode” (i.e. moved 90-degrees upward to the top of my head, like a headband).  The sunglasses also do not move.  I have never once had to worry about them slipping or falling off of my head.

I am, admittedly, not the most careful with my sunglasses.  After a month of solid wear, the glasses look as good as new.  The lenses are easy to clean (points added to the nicely designed soft case with attached cleaning cloth) and I’ve found that they don’t smudge or hold dust as easy as some sunglasses do.

I am curious about the removable TPU bridge that’s part of the Smith Optics Truss Sunglasses – I can’t completely understand the purpose behind it.  It does look cool, made with a contrasting dark grey TPU material.  Its easy to remove and place back on, although for me, the bridge is staying on the glasses because I know I’ll lose it.  The bridge doesn’t seem to affect the fit, as it doesn’t come into contact with the bridge of my nose or forehead.  The main benefit I’ve found is that, when placed upside down on my vehicle’s dashboard, the bridge has enough grip to prevent the sunglasses from sliding around as I drive.

Also of note, the Smith Optics Truss Sunglasses is designed to be compatible with a leash, and a paracord is provided with the sunglasses. Curiously, the paracord is too wide to fit into the leash holes designed into the frames, leaving me with cordage that can’t be used for their intended purpose.

Closing Thoughts

The Smith Optics Truss Sunglasses are available in five different options (frame + lens tint).  They’re a great performance sunglasses option that’s equally at home on the trail or with post-trail beers.

Erin Trail

Trail Boss of Stoke

Erin Trail on her mountain bike at the World Tri Cross Triathlon World Championship race

Erin Trail on her running at the World Tri Cross Triathlon World Championship race