We're back with another edition of Through the Lens, better known as the XX2i Optics newsletter! Starting scrolling to catch up on our latest press announcements, athlete news, top notch product reviews, and all things social media.

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 XX2i OPTICS VS. TIFOSI: WHO WILL PREVAIL?

XX2i Optics vs. Tifosi...what's the best buy? Endurance sports fanatic and gear junkie Greg Kaplan reviews these two sport-oriented specs, so if you're in the market for performance shades under $100, look no further than his comparison article.

HISTORY MADE AT SEA

As the Official Sunglass of Team Uniting Nations and Team OceanHearts, we are proud to announce the record-breaking success of both rowing teams during the 2016 Great Pacific Race. Not only did each team complete the treacherous 2,400 mile journey from Monterey, California to Honolulu, Hawaii by boat, but combined smashed three Guinness World Records along the way. Read more here. 

NEW PRODUCT ALERT: AUSTRALIA1

We are thrilled to unveil the latest adventure-oriented sunglass in the our performance lineup: the Australia1.Featuring 8K polarized lens technology and equipped with an interchangeable strap system, the Australia1’s highly versatile features make it the perfect sunglass for everything from leisurely to intense outdoor activities. Read more in here.

XX2i OPTICS GOES LIVE!

We had a blast at our first live Facebook video event with John Seator of Experience Wild and Dave Thomas of Bow Hunter Planet! We discussed our all new performance and casual lineup + how to find choose the perfect shades for your next outdoor excursion. In case you missed it, be sure to watch the whole thing here. 

UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH THE HAWAII1

There's been a lot of talk about our new Hawaii1 performance shades, but how about seeing them in action? Five30Reviews shares an awesome in-depth review + video which you can watch above! Click here to read more. 

FUELING ATHLETIC PASSION: XX2i PARTNERS WITH BIBRAVE

Do you think high quality means high price tag? Think again.

At XX2i Optics, we pride ourselves in providing top-notch eyewear that doesn't break the bank. Thanks to the online race resource and innovative ambassador company BibRave, we have extended our mission in the endurance sports community, and are excited to announce our continued partnership into 2016! Read more here. 

REVIEW: 2016 NEW PRODUCTS

What's that we hear? XX2i Optics has THE BEST warranty Real Runner Reviews has ever seen?! See why else our new Bermuda1 and Hawaii1 sunglasses rock in this thorough review here.