Resistance 2 TRAIL 26 Beta
Resistance 2 TRAIL 26 Beta

RESISTANCE 2 TRAIL 26 BETA

Trail

$120.00

$300.00

Description plus minus

Lens Technology

The Trail 26 lens is an engineering marvel. It features deep notch filtering and partial polarization (the first of its kind) to maximize the reflected light 2-10 feet in front of you. This means we didn't design it for pretty sunsets or sailing—this is a niche lens for rendering roots, dirt, rocks, stream crossings, and steep technical descents. Featuring anti-reflective and hydrophobic coatings and full UV filtering, this lens is durable, lightweight, and designed for your trail adventures.

TRAIL Lens Technology plus minus

Designed for the Runner's Cockpit, the 8-10 feet in front of you as you hike, bike, or run on trails. The lens is super bright, provides detailed contrast, and filters so well that you can use it from dawn to dusk, in the trees, or on snowy peaks. It's remarkable new technology, including a 40% polarizing that blocks glare but doesn't crush contrast. Finally, a lens you can bomb down technical descents and not trip.

26% Visible Light Transmission plus minus

VLT measures the average light passing through a lens. The lower the number, the less light gets through (darker). Average lenses are 18% VLT, so our 26% VLT is on the lighter side. But remember, VLT is an average. We use notch flitering, so our lenses can have a higher VLT than most (lighter), and yet block more harsh light energy. The result? You get more good light to your eyes comfortably and safely. You make better, faster decisions and have less fatigue.

Frame Technology

M7 UltraTrail frames are designed in California and manufactured in Italy and Japan. They are rigorously tested by the M7 Beta Team for a bounce-free fit, resistance to extreme sweat, fog, rain, and comfort. They have been proven at the Moab 240, the Hardrock 100, and thousands of miles in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. At around 20 grams, our frames are among the lightest on the planet.

The Resistance 2 plus minus

Introducing the update to our very first frame—The Resistance. Now with better coverage, improved hinges, and rubber nose and temple pads, this frame stays secure even in super hot grow rooms. The Resistance 2 is a "base 8" frame, meaning it holds highly curved lenses. In our case, they are asymmetrically ground and polished to eliminate distortion. When paired with our Mineral Glass lens, you couldn't have a better tool for the job. Designed in California and made in Italy. Bomber.

TR90 plus minus

TR90 is a cutting-edge thermoplastic material that is ideal for pilot sunglasses due to its unique combination of durability, flexibility, and lightweight properties. Designed to withstand the demands of high-performance environments, TR90 frames are impact-resistant and can endure extreme conditions without warping or breaking. The material’s inherent flexibility ensures a comfortable, pressure-free fit, even during long hours of wear. Additionally, its resistance to corrosion and scratches ensures long-lasting performance, providing a reliable, comfortable, and durable solution for professional aviators.

Method Seven Trail

We make specialized lenses for commercial pilots who fly west directly into the sun on repeated flights. Seriously, it's crazy, but we’ve mastered tuning lenses for specific uses.

Most of our crew are runners and mountain bikers, with one employee even completing the Moab 240—serious stuff. But the glasses they had were garbage—$25 cheapies that made us cringe. So, we thought, what if we designed a lens JUST for the trails? No one-size-fits-all trendy nonsense, but something that makes the landscape POP with depth, work in low light and handles peak sun energy. That’s the conversation we had with our engineering team in Japan. They took on the challenge and developed the Trail 26 lens.

Along the way, we realized we needed a specific type of polarization. Every polarized lens we tried was too much, killing contrast and not helping. Great for fishing, not great for running. Then we nailed it. The Trail 26 lens was born, perfect for the demands of trail running. We achieved the lowest haze rating we've tested from any lens and included all the fancy hydrophobic, anti-glare, and anti-scratch coatings. Our trail lens and frame are just as niche as the ultra runners themselves. And let's be honest—these are not normal people. We love 'em, but 240 miles in one shot in Moab, Utah...?

Resistance 2 TRAIL 26 Beta