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Hobie Polarized is a line of polarized sunglasses launched in 1982 by Hobie Alter Jr., positioned for active water enthusiasts.

Last updated September 11, 2026

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Overview

Hobie Polarized is a sunglasses line within the Hobie eyewear offering. According to the brand's official about page, Hobie Polarized was launched by Hobie Alter Jr. in 1982, and in 1987 it added copper and sightmaster lenses to the collection. The brand describes its polarized sunglasses as providing clearer, sharper and more precise vision for active water enthusiasts. Its current product listings include models such as Hull Float, Hatch Float, Mojo Float 2.0, Everglades ANSI, Woody Sport Reader, Cortez, Frontier and Pioneer, with prices ranging from $99.99 to $120.00.

History

According to the official Hobie eyewear about page, Hobie Polarized was launched by Hobie Alter Jr. in 1982. In 1987, Hobie Polarized added copper and sightmaster lenses to the collection. The same page states that since 1950, Hobie innovations have been changing the way people live, play and compete on the water, and that Hobie Polarized sunglasses have become an integral part of connecting sport enthusiasts to the water by providing clearer, sharper and more precise vision.

Products and positioning

Polarized sunglasses for active water enthusiasts, providing clearer, sharper and more precise vision.

  • Cortez

    Polarized nylon lenses, acetate frame, HydroClean coated, 100% UV protection, 5 barrel hinge, Rx ready, large lens width 58mm, bridge 17mm, temple length 133mm, priced at $99.99.

  • Pioneer

    Designed in collaboration with Field & Stream, polarized polycarbonate lenses, stainless steel frame, HydroClean coated, 100% UV protection, adjustable silicon nose pads, soft 'sleeping bag' case included, Rx ready, medium lens width 58mm, bridge 14mm, temple length 140mm, priced at $120.00.

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