Tifosi Optics Moab XC Sunglasses
Review by Erin Trail
Tifosi Optics Moab XC are a lightweight, affordable, and durable rimless sunglasses for outdoor adventuring.
Details
- Glare guard
- Grilamid TR-90 frame (nylon)
- UVA/UVB protection
- Hydrophilic rubber and adjustable ear and nose pieces to limit slippage and to dial in your fit
- Scratch-resistant and shatterproof polycarbonate lenses
- Comes with a zippered hardshell case, microfiber cleaning bag, and three lens options
- Medium-large fit
Review
The Tifosi Optics Moab XC Sunglasses are new for summer 2025. They are purpose-built for cyclists and endurance athletes, offering a clear field of vision and excellent clarity.
I generally prefer rimless (i.e. no rim on the lower portion of the frame) for running. I can wear rimmed glasses for cycling, but they give me a little tunnel vision when I run, so I also prefer rimless for triathlon. The Tifosi Optics Moab XC Sunglasses definitely check the boxes for me in terms of functionality and style, for running and triathlon.
I’ve been wearing the Tifosi Optics Moab XC Sunglasses on summer runs and mountain bike rides. I have a smaller face and sometimes, sunglasses styled like this can overwhelm my face and conflict with hats and helmets. I’ve found that the Moab XC sunglasses fit me really well, with minimal movement as I run or ride. I especially like how modular the fit is. The nosepiece is VERY adjustable, moving narrower and wider easily for a fully customized fit. The arms of the glasses (the pink/purple bit) also have a lot of flexibility and play to them, allowing the wearer to customize the fit.
The optical clarity is excellent. Even when I’m whipping around a corner on my mountain bike or running intervals, I’m able to clearly see what’s ahead of me.
The Grilamid TR-90 frame is very light. The sunglasses don’t weigh on my ears or nose; rather, I barely feel them at all!
I also like the ventilation of the Tifosi Optics Moab XC Sunglasses. It’s been hot and I can get pretty sweaty behind some sunglasses. But if things are too vented, my eyes water, especially when on the bike. The Moab XCs have managed to hit a nice sweet spot; I haven’t noticed any beads of sweat or tears while I’m wearing them.
I received the Clarion Deep Purple lens for testing, which has a 12.5% variable light transmission (VLT). The accompanying AC Red lens has a 39% VLT and the glasses also came with a clear lens option. I’ve been wearing the Clarion Deep Purple lens for the majority of my testing. It’s great on my lunchtime runs and I haven’t had any issues with variable sun + shade on my after work mountain bike rides.
Swapping the lenses is fairly straightforward. You twist the arms to remove and pinch + pull the nose piece. Replacing the arms was easy to do, but I did struggle with the nose piece. There isn’t much material to grab onto and the nose piece doesn’t have much flex. I imagine this gets easier with practice, but I still wouldn’t leave a lens swap to the last minute.
Finally, I appreciate that the lenses for the Tifosi Optics Moab XC Sunglasses are shatterproof. This makes me feel like they’re a smart choice for high-risk sports like mountain biking or racing bikes at high speeds.
Closing Thoughts
The Tifosi Optics Moab XC Sunglasses pack a LOT of features into a very affordable piece of technical eyewear. Current price for these sunglasses is $80 (standard lens) or $90 (fototec lens), which gives a lot of bang for your buck. These sunglasses are built with the endurance athlete in mind, offering fit and performance.
The Tifosi Optics Moab XC Sunglasses are available in six different lens options.
Erin Trail
Trail Boss of Stoke
Erin is a former Montana park ranger with a degree in environmental engineering. She loves getting into technical details while putting her gear (and herself) through the paces. She shares her home in Colorado with her husband, Will, and her 3 cats (Zipper, Brewtus, and Simcoe).
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