Disclaimer: I received a pair of Knockaround Sunglasses to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews!
If you follow me on social media, you already know I’m a Knockaround Fan. To be fair, I have at least 5 pair currently in rotation with 4 of them reserved as “running only” pairs. When I had a chance to test drive a new style as part of the latest “Kindness is Dope” campaign, how could I resist?
What makes the ‘Kindness is Dope III” sunnies so special? Per the website:
• BOTH Fast Lane & Mai Tai model pairs included with purchase
• Polarized lenses on both pairs
• Holographic hand-numbered edition card
• Be Kind microfiber protective pouch
• FDA approved impact resistant lenses with full UV400 protection
As part of my BibRave campaign, I was asked to promote kindness and gift one of the pair of shades to an unknowing recipient – a random act of kindness, if you will. This was more difficult than I thought. I wondered if I should just carry the shades around and “catch” someone I didn’t know? Or maybe gift to someone I did know? Which pair would I keep for myself? Which would I gift to someone?
I decided to keep the Mai Tai style for myself. I do not have a style like this, so I was intrigued. Could I comfortably wear these running? Two short test runs told me “yes”! I was pleasantly surprised at how light they were and the polarized lenses were the same great Knockaround quality I’ve come to love, despite the new (to me) shape.
After a little thought, it came to me who should receive the Fast Lanes as a random act of kindness. I run for (and dedicate all of my miles to) my friend, Jessica. Jessica cannot talk, walk or run due to a Rett Syndrome diagnosis. Her mother is her main caregiver; she is constantly cheering me on and giving me updates on Jessica. She gives to many people and it was time to send her a gift! So, I loaded up a box with some race medals I recently earned (for Jessica) and included the Fast Lanes and a note to Jessica’s mom, and off to the post office, I went.
Jessica’s mom messaged me as soon as she got them! She was surprised for sure. She even sent me a pic with them on. I think she looks pretty dope in them. I can only hope it puts a little sunshine in her day- she deserves it for everything she does for others!
I encourage you to check out Knockaround Sunglasses if you haven’t already. They are of great quality, and affordable and there are so many fun designs and styles.
Bluegrass BAMR 