Alright, let’s talk about something I spent a bit of time looking into recently – Cam Smith’s sunglasses. You know the ones, the big shield-style things he often wears out on the course. I kept seeing him in highlights and pictures, and those glasses just stood out.
So, I got curious. Like, really curious. What brand are they? Are they some super special golf tech, or just a style choice? I figured, let me do a little digging. It started pretty simply, just watching some tournament replays, pausing shots to get a better look. Then I hit the internet, searching around.
The Search Begins
My first step was just basic online searching. Put in “Cam Smith sunglasses”, “what sunglasses does golfer Cam Smith wear”, that sort of thing. You get a lot of pictures, some articles, forum posts. It wasn’t immediately obvious, lots of different styles show up depending on the year or tournament.
I started focusing on the ones I saw most often, those large, almost goggle-like frames. Kept seeing the Oakley logo pop up in discussion threads and sometimes clearly visible in high-res photos on his cap or the side of the glasses. Okay, so likely Oakleys. That narrows it down, but Oakley has a million models, right?
Pinpointing the Model (Mostly)
More searching, this time focused on “Cam Smith Oakley sunglasses”. After comparing a bunch of photos, the model that seemed to match most frequently was the Oakley Sutro family. Specifically, variations like the Sutro Lite or the Sutro Lite Sweep looked like a very close match to what he often sports during tournaments. They have that distinctive wide lens and minimalist frame design.
I looked into why a golfer might wear that style. Makes sense, really:
- Coverage: That big lens offers tons of protection from sun and wind. No distractions on the side.
- Clarity: Oakley pushes their Prizm lens tech hard. Supposedly helps with contrast, making the greens and the ball easier to see. I haven’t tried that specific tech much myself, but that’s the claim.
- Fit: Sports sunglasses usually grip well, so they don’t slide off during a swing. The Sutros seem designed for that.
My Own Look-See
Now, I didn’t rush out and buy a pair. They’re not cheap, you know? But I was near a shop that sells sunglasses, so I popped in. Found the Oakley section and tried on a pair of Sutros, just to see how they felt. Wow, they are definitely large. On my face, they felt huge, maybe a bit much for just casual wear.
But holding them, you could tell they were lightweight but sturdy. And looking through the lens (even indoors), things did seem pretty sharp. I could definitely imagine them being good for blocking out everything except what’s in front of you on the course. It feels like you’re looking through a big, clear window.
So, that was my little investigation. Started with just noticing his distinct look, got curious, did some searching, found the likely brand and model, and even got to try a similar pair on. They look cool on him, part of his signature style. For me? Maybe a bit too bold, and the price tag is up there. But I get the appeal for serious golfers wanting maximum coverage and clear vision. It was fun figuring it out, anyway. Just another rabbit hole the internet lets you go down.
