Black Flys Sunglasses
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Black Flys sunglasses and goggles are a staple product in the skate subculture, which includes skateboarding, snowboarders, surfers, competitive stunt bikers, paint-balling, water-sports, and general thrill-seeking activities. They offer products for the both the beginner and the expert. Thrills and daring ventures are what define this powerful subculture of wildly talented athletes. In existence for 14 years, the Black Flys company is one of the leading manufacturers that outfit these intrepid competitors.
The Ambience of Black Flys Sunglasses
It is not uncommon for a single product to become deeply associated with a stereotype. Brands like Cartier and Gucci are linked to the world of high fashion, while names like Diesel and Guess represent America's trendy youth. In the same way, Black Flys are thoroughly linked to the surf/skate subculture. They create images of heavily tattooed, pierced, neon hair-colored and bruised daredevils who are busy running kick flips off the front staircases of their high schools. While Nike and Oakley sunglasses outfit traditional athletes, Black Flys are typically worn by audacious snowboarders and bikers. By putting on a pair of Black Flys sunglasses you are taking on an image that requires a lot of upkeep. After all, skaters bear their battle scars proudly, but unless you're willing to wakeboard your way through the summer, you may be better off checking out the selection at Dior.
Black Flys Products
Black Flys sunglasses come in several varieties that include:
- Polarized Styles
- Limited Edition Styles
- The Fly Girls Collection
- Nylon Frames
- Metal Frames
- Prescription Options
The Fly Girls Collection
As with many of Black Flys styles, the Fly Girls sunglasses feature a special shatter-proof lens. This particular line uses a CR-39 lens or a lens of polished glass which is made to exceed ANSI standards for shatter and impact resistance.
Black Flys pays extra attention to shatterproof technology. Considering the reckless nature of the sports for which Black Flys provides sunglasses, the company is expecting that its fans will spend a great deal of time on the ground. The Fly Girls collection is designed for the daring female members of this subculture who defy "cookie-cutter culture". All of these sunglasses styles offer complete UVA and UVB protection, which is important when you are rebelling against the norm in broad daylight. Girls will find the selection of styles complete, especially the Passion Fly sunglasses available in six colors, including pink! A hardcover Fly Girls case can be purchased separately for less than ten dollars.
Handmade Styles
Black Flys also manufactures several handmade styles which are custom made from "hand selected acetate". The purpose of this line is to create sunglasses that have a smoother texture for a more impressive appearance. Again, the classic attention to shatterproof technology is employed with a CR-39 lens or polished glass lens. These Black Flys styles provide complete UVA and UVB protection.
Limited Edition Models
Now and then, Black Flys will design special limited edition sunglasses for the season. These models usually boast a notable logo or a particularly distinct style such as the Spinner Fly that features an untraditionally thick side-frame. The fact that these styles are limited edition does not make them more expensive. Many of the limited edition models are comparable in price to the styles in Black Flys standard lines.
Where to Purchase
Black Flys sunglasses can be purchased at any specialty skate shop or online from the official Black Flys site. The company also accepts phone orders by calling 888-BUY-FLYS. Another perk of purchasing Black Flys is they offer replacement lenses for many of their styles in the event that you have a scratched lens.
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