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# Flyweight Cycling Sunglasses
Rapha's Pro Team Glasses Take Inspiration from Aviators Worn by Pros

By M | Published 2016-05-13 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycling-sunglasses
References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2016/05/12/rapha-pro-team-flyweight/) & [rapha.cc](http://www.rapha.cc/ca/en/)

[Rapha](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brevet) is a luxury bike accessory brand that offers high quality products that brave the elements and the brand is offering its Pro Team Flyweight [cycling sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/csport-collection) just in time for summer. The glasses are engineered to provide riders with strong sun protection, clear vision and an anti-fog design that can be worn in all weather scenarios.

The glasses take inspiration from the [aviator style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/randolph-driveworks), with a mirror reflective lens and triangular frame style. The lenses are designed to be used in both rainy and sunny conditions with anti-fog, scratch-proof and UV-protection features. The lenses can easily be cleaned as well, to prevent dirt and grim build-up.

Whether for everyday cycling use or more intensive training, the Pro Team Flyweight Glasses are ideal for ensuring riders always have clear vision of the road and their surroundings.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.8/10
- Popularity: 33% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Luxury Bike Accessories:** Opportunity for luxury brands to innovate and create high-quality bike accessories that offer both style and functionality.
- **All-weather Eye Protection:** Opportunity to develop cycling sunglasses with anti-fog, scratch-proof, and UV-protection features that can be worn in any weather conditions.
- **Aviator-inspired Cycling Eyewear:** Opportunity to design cycling sunglasses that take inspiration from aviator style, combining fashion with functionality.

### Where This Applies

- **Cycling Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in developing high-quality, specialized sunglasses and other accessories for both casual and professional cyclists.
- **Luxury Fashion:** Opportunity for luxury fashion brands to expand into the cycling market by creating stylish and high-performance accessories, such as sunglasses.
- **Sports Equipment:** Disruption opportunity within the sports equipment industry to create innovative eyewear that meets the specific needs and demands of cyclists.

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