Smith Optics
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| Type | Public - Part of Safilo Group |
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| Founded | 1965 |
| Founder | Dr. Bob Smith |
| Headquarters | Sun Valley, Idaho, USA |
| Industry | Eyewear and Snow Helmets |
| Subsidiaries | Suncloud |
| Slogan | Performance. Style. Smith. Solid |
| Website | www.smithoptics.com |
Based in Sun Valley, Idaho, Smith Optics, Inc. was founded in 1965 with the creation of the first-ever goggle featuring a sealed thermal lens and breathable vent foam. In the early years, founder Dr. Bob Smith, an orthodontist by trade, made goggles at his kitchen table by hand, using dental tools, foam and glue. Before he struck a deal for manufacturing of Smith goggles in the late 60’s, Smith would often trade his creations for lift tickets.
Still manufactured in the US, Smith’s goggle line provides the highest-level of performance eyewear available. Building on that goggle heritage and extending its expertise, Smith Optics has gone on to set the technical benchmark for sunglasses, goggles and snow/skate helmets. Innovations over the years include the patented Turbo FanTM Constant Air Management system, patented RegulatorTM adjustable lens ventilation system, patented Roll Off’sTM film advance system for motocross, patented VaporatorTM silicon-sealed lenses, patented AirEvacTM helmet/goggle integration technology and patented SliderTM sunglasses, the most innovative interchangeable lens sunglass available.
Today, Smith Optics has become synonymous with innovative, durable, top-quality products in the eyewear and goggle market. The company is also recognized for its unparalleled team roster, which boasts some of the top names in skiing, snowboarding, surfing, cycling, and motocross.
Smith's devotion to excellence, innovation and style has made Smith goggles, sunglasses and helmets the choice of dedicated action-sports athletes worldwide. Smith products are an integral part of the authentic outdoor experience, researched and tested by a dedicated group of employees and athletes that live and breathe the lifestyle.
