At RIA Eyewear, we're excited to unveil our latest innovation in sports sunglasses: Nova. Designed with the modern athlete in mind, Nova combines high-performance features with a sporty, stylish design perfect for smaller face shapes. The Nova is an instant game-changer on tennis and pickleball courts, the golf course, and anywhere else life takes you.
Features and Design
The new features in Nova include a more rounded lens shape and a keyhole bridge. Its slightly narrower lens width of 52mm offers a snug fit that complements smaller facial profiles while maintaining the wide field of vision that athletes require for optimal performance. The frame is built from TR90 Swiss Nylon and boasts our patented frame design, featuring integrated spring hinges that provide the most comfortable fit possible.
Technical Specifications
- Lens Width: 52mm
- Lens Height: 42mm
- Nose Bridge: 18mm
- Temple Length: 137mm
- Frame Material: TR90 Swiss Nylon
- Weight: 25 grams (<1 oz.)
- Origin: Made in Italy
Lens Options
- Court HD+: Designed for tennis and pickleball, featuring a brown-amber tint that enhances contrast and comes with a Spectra Blue mirror for anti-glare.
- Golf HD+: Perfect for golf, with a rose-copper tint that improves contrast for reading greens and tracking the ball against the sky.
If you have a prescription, Nova is ready to be your next favorite pair of prescription sports sunglasses. We have both single-vision and progressive prescription lens options to choose from to fit your needs, custom-made right here in the U.S.
Frame Colors
- Carbon Black
- Blonde Tortoise
- Mulberry (translucent purple)
- Fusion Peach (translucent peach)
Forte vs. Nova
To help you understand how the Nova fits within our lineup, here's a side-by-side comparison with its close relative, the Forte:
Features | Nova | Forte |
Lens Shape | Rounded | Traditional/Rectangle |
Nose Bridge Shape | Keyhole | Saddle |
Lens Width | 52mm | 54mm |
Lens Height | 42mm | 42mm |
Nose Bridge | 18mm | 18mm |
Temple Length | 137mm | 137mm |
Frame Material | TR90 Swiss Nylon | TR90 Swiss Nylon |
Weight | 25 grams | 25 grams |
Made In | Italy | Italy |
Lens Options | Court HD+, Golf HD+ | Court HD+, Golf HD+ |
Prescription Options | Single Vision, Progressive | Single Vision, Progressive |
Frame Colors | Carbon Black, Blonde Tortoise, Mulberry, Fusion Peach | Carbon Black, Havana Sport, Midnight Blue, Pacific Teal, Fusion Peach |
While both models share many of the same high-quality features and options, the Nova introduces a more rounded frame shape, a keyhole bridge, new frame colors, and a slightly narrower lens width, catering to athletes seeking a more compact fit without compromising on the field of vision and protection RIA Eyewear is known for.
The Nova is not just a new product; it's a new vision for athletes who demand the best in performance, protection, and style. Whether you're dominating the court, showcasing your skills on the golf course, or enjoying a social hour after a match, the Nova will enhance your game and your style.