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CYCLING GLASSES REDEFINED: UNCOLOURED. CIRCULAR. RAW.
We're getting naked: With RAW, we're revealing our first uncoloured and thus circular cycling glasses. The 3D-printed frames in light gray stay raw and real. We're reclaiming used glasses, breaking them down into their basic components, and giving the material a second life. Currently, our cycling glasses N°4 lite are available in RAW.
N°4 LITE RAW PHOTOCHROMIC
Check out the latest N°4 LITE RAW photochromic cycling glasses. The lens tint automatically adapts to lighting conditions, dynamically transitioning from category 1 in darker settings to category 3 in brighter environments. Gear up now for intense gravel rides in the woods or thrilling cycling adventures at night.
N°4 LITE RAW PHOTOCHROMIC
Check out the latest N°4 LITE RAW photochromic cycling glasses. The lens tint automatically adapts to lighting conditions, dynamically transitioning from category 1 in darker settings to category 3 in brighter environments. Gear up now for intense gravel rides in the woods or thrilling cycling adventures at night.
N°4 LITE RAW VIOLET
Do you prefer cycling during daylight? Then check out our new sports glasses with the violet lens. The category 2 tint provides clear vision in sunny, cloudy, and rainy conditions. Experience now true colour perception and heightened contrast for ultimate visibility on your ride.
N°4 LITE RAW VIOLET
Do you prefer cycling during daylight? Then check out our new sports glasses with the violet lens. The category 2 tint provides clear vision in sunny, cloudy, and rainy conditions. Experience now true colour perception and heightened contrast for ultimate visibility on your ride.
SUSTAINABLE CYCLING EYEWEAR
We take responsibility. Not only to protect your eyes, but also to protect our environment. That's why our sports glasses are now also available uncoloured. With RAW, we redefine the game and set the course for a sustainable future.
HOW IT WORKS
Our cycling glasses aren't just developed and designed in Bern; they're also 3D-printed in the heart of Switzerland. This innovative manufacturing technique is eco-friendly and perfectly matches our drive for sustainable production.
Ride
Our cycling glasses combine performance and style. With their minimalist design and high functionality, our glasses provide secure grip and clear vision at all times – for unrestricted cycling pleasure.
ShRED
When you're done with the ride, we have just one goal: to get the cycling glasses back from you. We dismantle used and damaged frames into their individual components, then deliver the material to our industrial partners for shredding.
REPEAT
We're all about keeping high-quality material in the loop for as long as possible. Our industrial partners transform the shredded material into pellets, paving the way for creating new products and giving the material a second life. We keep the cycle rolling.
FAQ
Raw means that the frame of the cycling glasses is in its raw or original state. In other words, the frame has not been additionally coloured after 3D printing.
Freshly printed, the cycling glasses already come in this light grey tone. Afterwards, the glasses are refined: in a separate manufacturing step, the surface is compacted so that no moisture can penetrate the material. Since the glasses are not additionally coloured, they retain their original shade.
Circular means that materials stay in the loop for as long as possible. After use, old or broken products aren’t just thrown away; they’re returned. Then, they’re broken down into their components and reintroduced into the material cycle. Recycling and reusing give high-quality materials a second chance, extending their lifespan and reducing resource waste.
It may happen that the frame darkens slightly in some areas due to sweat. No worries, it gives your glasses that authentic vibe! Just clean with water and mild soap or wear those dark spots as trophies from your rides and sweat-inducing adventures. Let your cycling glasses tell the story of every single bead of sweat!
Currently, our frame N°4 lite in both sizes, standard and small, is available in RAW. We developed the half-frame model together with the one and only Fabian Cancellara – for unbeaten performance. More frames in RAW will follow.
Yes, there are. Here you can find the replacement lenses for the N°4 RAW. Make sure you select the lens for the LITE design, which is the half-frame glasses, in the correct size (small or standard).
For daily cleaning, use a microfiber cloth or the supplied microfiber pouch. Remove minor stains with lukewarm water and a mild soap. Do not use aggressive cleansers. They can damage the lenses and the surface of the frame.
Here you’ll find further information on Care & Service.
Quite simple. Send us your old or broken cycling glasses to our office. The address is:
ILEVE OPTICS AG
Bernapark 28
3066 Stettlen
Switzerland
Or contact us at: hello[at]ileve-district.com
To recycle the materials, we work closely with our industrial partners. We collect the glasses at our office in Bern, disassemble them, and send the frames to our industrial partner, where the material is processed into pellets along with other 3D printing materials.
Not yet. But we’re working on it. Currently, the shredded material is processed into pellets, which are used in injection molding, another manufacturing process. Any products can be made from the recycled material – from toothbrushes to toys to toilet seats, anything is possbile.
