Released in 2019, Oakley Forager is a lifestyle sunglasses loaded with performance features. Oakley advertises that these sunglasses are built for any adventure, from cycling and running to skateboarding and hiking. But how do they actually perform?
Keep reading for our full Oakley Forager review, and whether these sunglasses are worth your money!
Table of Contents
Forager Overview
- On-trend round lens shape in a full frame lifestyle sunglass built for durability
- Double bridge design for added style
- Large lenses with a big wrap that provides maximum protection and peripheral vision
- All day comfort of lightweight O Matter frame material
- Unobtainium nosepads increase grip even when wet or sweaty
- Pure Plutonite lenses with High Definition Optics (HDO) to protect against 100% of UVA, UVB and UVC rays
- Available with Oakley Prizm lenses and optional Oakley Authentic Prescription Lenses
Oakley Forager Sunglasses Review
Our Gear
We reviewed a pair of Oakley Forager sunglasses with a Matte Black frame and Prizm Violet lenses.
And while we didn’t have the highest expectations for this frame, they actually surprised us. Keep reading to find out why.
Initial Impressions
Unboxing the Forager, we were pretty underwhelmed at first. The frame is very simple with its rounded lenses adding the most to the design. But it still had some surprises for us.
First what we noticed was the size of the Forager lenses. We expected them to be fairly small but they actually were a great size providing plenty of coverage.
This gave us some excitement to finally wear this frame for a week and see how they hold up.
Frame and Design
Starting off, the Oakley Forager is a simple lifestyle design that relies on its rounded lenses to give this frame a trendy feel. Off the lenses are thin temples that we found to be comfortable all day, despite not featuring Unobtainium earsocks.
The Forager’s frame is made of O Matter frame material, making it lightweight and comfortable. Plus this frame features Unobtainium nosepads that help keep the Forager’s large lenses off your face.
Overall, this is a simple design that looks great on the sidewalk or on your bike and is plenty comfortable for all-day wear.
Prizm Lenses
As we mentioned above, the large round lenses of the Forager are one of the biggest style elements. But they’re also functional.
The 58mm x 50.9mm lenses provide maximum coverage and peripheral vision protection. For comparison, Gascan lenses measure 60mm x 35mm.
We loved wearing the Forager for the wide field of view coverage. And while we initially thought this frame looked more like a lifestyle design than sports performance, we had a great time using the Forager for biking.
Plus every Forager colorway features contrast-enhancing Prizm lens technology. Our pair features Prizm Violet which gave a great pop of color to this frame. We won’t go into too much detail here since we already reviewed Prizm Violet. But head over to that review for more!
Size and Dimensions
Forager sunglasses are a medium to large size frame that will look great on squared faces, thanks to the rounded lenses.
You can find the complete dimensions below:
- Lens Height: 50.9mm
- Lens Width: 58mm
- Bridge: 18mm
- Frame Width: 134mm
- Temple Length: 134mm
See our Oakley Sunglasses Size Guide for more information on finding your perfect fit.
Original Colorways
The Oakley Forager has been produced in various colorways. And while Oakley may have limited availability, you can typically find most colorways online (more on that later).
See below for the complete listing of Forager colorways:
| Colorway (Frame / Lens) | Original Price |
|---|---|
| Black Ink / Prizm Road | $153 |
| Matte Black / Prizm Black Polarized | $186 |
| Matte Black / Prizm Violet | $156 |
| Matte Brown Smoke / Prizm Black Iridium Polarized | $186 |
| Matte Carbon / Prizm Low Light | $133 |
| Matte Olive / Prizm Ruby Iridium Polarized | $186 |
| Matte Terrain / Prizm Tungsten | $153 |
| Matte Translucent Blue / Prizm Sapphire Iridium Polarized | $183 |
| Polished Black / Prizm Grey | $133 |
| Polished Rootbeer / Prizm 24K Gold Iridium Polarized | $183 |
Our Review – Are They Worth It?
We enjoyed our week wearing the Oakley Forager and would recommend them for anyone looking for a large round lens lifestyle frame.
This frame definitely surprised us with its large lenses and great coverage. From the start, we thought this would be another style standout pair like the HSTN, but it definitely delivers with performance!
That being said, this pair is great as a lifestyle frame with occasional sports and activities use. But if you’re looking for a sports frame, we’d still recommend top pairs like the Encoder or Flak Jackets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where to Buy Oakley Forager Sunglasses?
You can buy Oakley Forager sunglasses direct from Oakley’s website (Direct Link). But availability is limited with only the Black colorway available.
If you’re looking for additional colors or just to save, your best options are aftermarket and grey-market sites.
From a quick search, we were able to find Forager sunglasses for under $100 through sites like Sunglass Outlet and our Oakley Forum Exchange.
Are Replacement Forager Lenses Available?
Yes, replacement forager lenses are available through aftermarket lens companies.
Unfortunately like most lifestyle frames, Oakley does not sell replacement lenses directly. But you can still find plenty of lens options through aftermarket sites like Revant and Fuse lenses.
Check out our guide to the Best Oakley Replacement Lenses for a complete comparison of lens options.
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