The Tifosi Moab XC now comes with the new Clarion Pink Fototec lens, combining adaptive photochromic performance with a bold new look. With a 46-13% visible light transmission range, it’s built for riders who pedal from dawn to dusk without stopping to swap lenses.
In addition to the sunglasses, you get a zippered hardshell case and a microfiber cleaning bag
Chuck’s BLUF (bottom line up front): The same Moab XC I previously reviewed and already recommend—now with a new Clarion Pink Fototec lens that’s as practical as it is cool
Tifosi Moab XC with New Clarion Pink Fototec Lens – $89.95
Tifosi has added a fresh new option to one of its most popular cycling sunglasses. The Moab, Moab Lite, and Moab XC are now available with the new Clarion Pink Fototec lens for $89.95.
While neither the Moab XC nor Tifosi’s Fototec technology is new, the new Clarion Pink mirror finish gives riders another stylish choice while maintaining the same versatile light-adaptive performance that has made Fototec one of my favorite cycling lens technologies.
What Makes the Clarion Pink Fototec Lens Different?
The new Clarion Pink Fototec lens automatically adjusts to changing light conditions with a Visible Light Transmission (VLT) range of 46% to 13%.
- 46% VLT: In low-light conditions such as early morning or dusk, the lens remains bright and high contrast for excellent visibility.
- 13% VLT: In full midday sun, the lens darkens automatically to reduce glare while the hydrophobic coating helps repel sweat and water.
For riders who spend hours on the bike, lighting conditions can change dramatically throughout a ride. Instead of carrying multiple lenses or swapping them mid-ride, the Clarion Pink Fototec lens adapts automatically as UV exposure changes.
One Lens for Nearly Every Ride
I’ve been riding with Tifosi Fototec lenses for a little while now (PEZ scored a pair ahead of the July 7 release).
I own a Tifosi Rail with the Clarion Red Fototec lens and a Rail XC with the Clarion Blue Fototec lens, so I’m already familiar with the technology. The adaptive tint works exactly as advertised, making it one of the most practical lens options for cyclists who ride from dawn through the middle of the day and into the evening.
The newest addition isn’t about new technology—it’s about adding a new color option.
And yes…it’s pink.
If you’re like me—the Giro d’Italia is your favorite Grand Tour and #realmenwearpink—then the new Clarion Pink Fototec lens is the ‘droid you’re looking for.
Chuck’s Take
When I reviewed the Moab XC earlier this year, I came away impressed, and nothing about that opinion has changed.
The Moab XC nails today’s oversized shield design while delivering premium functionality. The expansive lens (130.8 mm wide x 56.9 mm tall) provides excellent UV protection, wind protection, and outstanding coverage.
I don’t have laboratory equipment to measure optical clarity, but my aging (although LASIK-corrected) eyes can’t tell any meaningful difference between Tifosi lenses and those found in cycling sunglasses costing considerably more (that I have and are part of my rotation).
The Clarion Pink Fototec lens simply gives riders another excellent option.
If your rides regularly include changing light conditions—rolling in and out of tree cover, starting before sunrise, or finishing near sunset—Fototec makes a tremendous amount of sense.
At its lightest setting, the lens isn’t completely clear, but it’s bright enough that I find it comfortable for everything from dawn through dusk. It darkens enough for bright midday rides, although not quite as dark as a dedicated full-sun lens.
Personally, I would still reach for a completely clear lens for true night riding with little or no ambient light. (NOTE: For my eyes, when at it lightest tint, I could ride with the Clarion Pink Fototec lens at night in an urban environment with ambient light. YMMV.) Likewise, if you’re caught in a torrential thunderstorm, visibility becomes the priority regardless of what lens you’re wearing.
For virtually every other ride, however, this is about as close as I’ve found to a one-lens solution.
And the Clarion Pink mirror finish? It just looks cool IMHO.
#realmenwearpink
Bottom Line
The Moab XC itself hasn’t changed—and that’s a good thing.
Tifosi simply added another lens option to an already excellent pair of cycling sunglasses. If you’re looking for a versatile photochromic lens that can comfortably handle changing light throughout the day, the new Clarion Pink Fototec version deserves a look.
At $89.95, the Moab XC Clarion Pink Fototec continues Tifosi’s reputation for delivering premium performance sunglasses that wouldn’t be out of place in the World Tour pro peloton without premium-brand pricing.
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