TIE THE KNOTS
5 days ago
When winter finally arrives in the Alps, it's time to have your paraglider serviced by one of our partners Skywalk Paragliders or MCC Aviation. Ropes will be meticulously replaced before any potential accident. And the oldest ones will be given a new life as sunglasses cords!
"Greg Tuscher: Been There, Done That"
7 days ago
Next screening of the film ‘Greg Tuscher: Been There, Done That’ directed by Jules Guarneri and Benoît Goncerut and produced by the Radio Télévision Suisse (PAJU) this Thursday 26 September in Martigny at our friends' HQ Levitation shop!
A white night at the Aiguille verte.
September 9 2024
"The idea of taking off from the Aiguille Verte emerged quite early in my life as a young paraglider. This emblematic Chamonix summit makes you a ‘Montagnard’ according to the famous mountaineer and writer Gaston Rébuffat, and is not easily tamed. Aerological conditions that allow you to take off from the summit are rare, so you'd better not miss it."
Immersion with Mathieu Moullier.
BEHIND THE SCENE - PIERREDAR
September 2 2024
Why non-polarized sunglasses are a better option for you than polarized sunglasses?
August 12 2024
Polarized lenses come with a specific filter that helps in blocking strong light and reflections. While this makes polarized glasses an excellent choice for a fishing day or a night out driving, the flipside of these filters makes them a risky choice for when you are out in the snow
Summer is here, and so is our new model!
August 7 2024
We've been working on it for a while: it's a sporty, high-performance mountain sunglasses with a recycled stainless steel frame and a Zeiss monolens in categories 3 and 4!
Eye protection in the mountains! Glacier's Moiry and Pierredar Sunglasses
August 6 2024
Are you planning a trip to the glaciers, maybe to ski or just to admire the amazing view? Well, t...
Glacier Optics at FIFAD!
July 24 2024
FIFAD: Diablerets Alpine Film Festival
Come and discover two films with Glacier Optics!
Glac...
Moiry sunglasses; the perfect frame for prescription lenses.
June 4 2024
it is imperative that the process of replacing the lenses in Moiry sunglasses is handled by a professional. While the frames are sturdy and the design of lenses is standardized, attempting to remove the lenses yourself can lead to damage or improper fitting. Instead, it is recommended that you visit an optical specialist. They have the tools and expertise necessary to remove the original lenses without causing any damage to the frames or the lenses.
Why wear sunglasses after cataract surgery?
April 9 2024
Explanations and tips from our partner Dr. med. Lilly Khamsy, ophthalmologist surgeon FMH.
OPTI Interview
March 29 2024
On the sidelines of OPTI, we were interviewed by Boardsport source, the European B2B platform for the European boardsports industry. An opportunity for us to take a look back at 2023 and to talk about the future of Glacier Optics. Here is the full interview!
Never go alone! - February Dolomites trip
March 18 2024
It's mid-February and there's not much left to eat in the Swiss Alps. The craving starts to make itself felt, the mouth is pasty, a few spasms appear and the eyes widen.
"Upurkushun" is online!
February 12 2024
No one believed in the expedition, except an irreducible band of Chamonix young guns.
Going to Antarctica, Arctica or Greenland? Stay clear and safe with Glacier sunglasses
February 2 2024
At Glacier Optics, we are focused on catering to our customers’ fashion and protection needs at the same time. This is why our glasses are engineered to meet the extreme demands of the Antarctic environment, offering clarity of vision, protection from the extreme cold, and a fitting style statement.
Chusch moro cho shoote?
February 1 2024
30 cm of pow, great weather and cold temperature, precisely the kind of day not to be missed under any circumstances. Our guys Maxime Burri and Levi Luggen did not miss it, and here are some shots they took that day!
A brief history of glacier sunglasses
January 30 2024
For thousands of years, human beings have constantly used their ingenuity to protect their eyes from the elements. Here's a brief history of sunglasses!
Glacier Optics + Les Ateliers Baume
January 9 2024
Les Ateliers Baume is a project just the way we like it: a group of friends who have taken over an unused chicken coop and turned it into a surfboard manufacturing and repair workshop.
Why choose Titanium sunglasses?
October 18 2023
There are several types of material used for mountain sunglasses frames, each with its own advantages and disadvantages, but one in particular stands out: titanium.
Hike & Fly
October 13 2023
Indian summer is in full swing in the swiss mountains, so let's hike and fly!
CHANGING OUR SUNGLASSES LENSES
September 2 2023
When we recommend consulting an optician to switch the lenses, we realize that it can be a hurdle to find the right one. This is why we have made sure that Moiry sunglasses are available at more than 35 partner stores across the Alps.
A classic expé for Tamara & Nadia
August 15 2023
After a balmy night at the Bertol hut, Tamara and Nadia start their ascent to the Aiguille de la Tsa.
Weisshorn: foggy side
June 21 2023
June is the perfect time to plant your zucchinis. It's also the season when the snow sticks be...
Mustafa Ceylan - From soccer player to freerider
May 24 2023
Meet our friend Mustafa Ceylan, who discovered his passion for freestyle skiing while living in Montreux. He showcases his natural charisma, immense love for the sport, and its ability to take huge bails.
Spontaneous Thursday adventure
May 10 2023
Join Vincent and Ginger on their unpredictable journey where things never seem to go as planned.
"Ticino mit Schüli"
April 24 2023
Andreas and Julian are heading to Ticino to open the ball of spring outdoor activities.
Find the right ZEISS lenses
March 22 2023
ZEISS sun lens, a high-quality and innovative brand, offers a variety of options to meet the needs and preferences of mountaineers and adventurers.
Back to the past.
March 7 2023
Follow Arnaud and Lois on a road trip to La Grave and Courmayeur, two legendary skiing destinations. They reflect on the lack of snow in recent years and compare it to past winters. Despite encountering an abandoned resort and a forest fire, they enjoy the historic atmosphere and excellent food in Courmayeur, where they promise to return after hearing about the fresh snowfall.
La bise from le Chablais
February 15 2023
The anticyclone does not weaken and it has not snowed for a month yet in the West part of Sw...
Three days at the Couvercle refuge.
August 8 2022
Summer is in full swing. There's nothing like a little outing to Chamonix to refresh your thou...
Lupe road trip through the swiss Alps
May 25 2022
Spring is coming, the vines of l’Abbaye de Salaz are pruned and it's time for Michel Kropf to...
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