Recognized by Sports Illustrated
PeakVision Reviewed by Gary Van Sickle
When a respected golf writer notices something different about your product, it means something. On January 1st, 2026, longtime Sports Illustrated contributor Gary Van Sickle published an article highlighting PeakVision sunglasses and the impact they had on his game. His headline said it best, These Sunglasses Are Game-Changers, Not Just Sun Blockers.
For us, the most meaningful part wasn't the technical explanation. It was the reaction he described; the simple word we hear most often from first-time wearers: “Wow.”
Seeing the Course Differently
In his article, Van Sickle described playing under the intense Arizona sun and realizing how dramatically visual clarity can change the experience of a round. Like many golfers, he once relied on inexpensive sunglasses, accepting distortion and limited depth perception as normal. That changed when he tried PeakVision.
He noted that the lenses did not flatten the image the way many polarized lenses can. Instead, he experienced enhanced clarity and improved visual detail without sacrificing depth perception. That distinction matters, especially on the greens where subtle breaks and grain direction influence every putt.
The Science Behind the Clarity
Van Sickle highlighted what makes PeakVision different: a proprietary lens material designed to eliminate distortion across the entire visual field. Unlike heavily curved polycarbonate lenses that can subtly warp peripheral vision, PeakVision lenses maintain optical precision from edge to edge.
He also referenced the dual-zone lens design, with a neutral gray upper portion and a high-definition amber lower portion engineered to enhance contrast and surface detail. The result is increased visual information where golfers need it most. When golfers describe it as seeing the course in high definition, that is not marketing language. It is their real-world experience.
Protection That Goes Beyond the Surface
The article also emphasized something that often goes unnoticed in performance eyewear which is comprehensive UV protection and glare management. PeakVision lenses include UV400 protection and anti-reflective filtering technology built into the lens. This reduces harsh light entering from behind and helps protect eyes from cumulative sun exposure. As Van Sickle pointed out, the sun is still there every day, whether we think about it or not.
Independent Validation Matters
As a company built around optical science and athletic performance, independent recognition carries weight. Hearing a veteran golf journalist describe the experience in his own words reinforces why we do what we do.
We design sunglasses that helps anyone experiencing the outdoors see more clearly, interpret terrain more accurately, and protect their eyes long term. When that clarity is noticeable enough to eliminate a drawer full of “backup sunglasses,” we know we are on the right path.
Experience the Difference
If you have not yet experienced what Gary Van Sickle described, we invite you to see it for yourself. Explore the full PeakVision collection and discover why so many golfers describe their first look through our lenses the same way: “Wow.”