Adaptable daylight lens
Provides 17% light transmission for bright conditions and periods of light cloud cover.
Designed for active and tactical use in bright daylight, the Wiley X Alpine combines a 17% light-transmission CAPTIVATE™ Grey lens with a ventilated Matte Black high-wrap frame. Its contrast-enhancing optics, airflow system and moisture-responsive contact points support movement and changing activity levels. The complete frame-and-lens system has also been assessed against a defined American military fragment-impact requirement.
Product description
The CAPTIVATE™ Grey lens reduces brightness while increasing contrast. Selected wavelength filtering makes green, orange and blue tones appear more distinct, supporting use in bright daytime conditions and periods of light cloud cover.
The high-wrap frame combines integrated airflow channels with semi-hooked temples and hydrophilic rubber contact points. These features help manage condensation and support stability as movement and moisture increase.
Key features
CAPTIVATE™ colour performance
Increases contrast and makes green, orange and blue tones easier to distinguish.
Dynamic ventilation
Side channels direct airflow behind the lens to help manage condensation.
Active high-wrap fit
Semi-hooked temples and hydrophilic rubber contact points support stability during movement.
UV filtration and coatings
Provides 100% UVA and UVB protection with anti-reflective, oleophobic and scratch-resistant treatments.
Defined fragment-impact testing
The complete frame-and-lens system has been assessed against MIL-PRF-32432A.
Recommended use
The WX Alpine CAPTIVATE™ Grey configuration is particularly suited to cycling, running, trail activities, daytime driving, shooting, tactical, defence and law-enforcement use in bright daytime conditions.
It can also be used for bright-day fishing when brightness control and contrast enhancement are the priorities. This lens is not polarised, so customers specifically seeking reduced water-surface glare should choose an explicitly polarised Alpine configuration.
Fit & comfort
Designed to adjust, built to stay secure
The high-wrap Base Curve 8 frame is made from lightweight, durable Triloid™ Nylon. Its Matte Black finish gives it a subdued, non-glossy appearance.
The high-wrap Base Curve 8 frame is made from lightweight, durable Triloid™ Nylon. Its Matte Black finish gives it a subdued, non-glossy appearance.
The Dynamic Ventilation System directs airflow through integrated side channels and behind the lens to help manage condensation. Semi-hooked temples and rubber nose and temple contact points support a stable fit. The hydrophilic rubber is designed to provide more grip as moisture increases.
Lens details
CAPTIVATE™ Grey
17% light transmissionThe CAPTIVATE™ lens manages selected wavelengths by separating overlapping blue, green and red light. This increases contrast and makes green, orange and blue tones appear more distinct. The Grey base reduces brightness while maintaining a broadly natural-looking view. The lens is intended for bright daytime conditions, including periods of light cloud cover. It reduces scattered short-wavelength blue light associated with haze and filters ultraviolet and blue light at wavelengths up to 430 nm.
The 2.5 mm lens is made from strong, durable Selenite™ polycarbonate and provides 100% UVA and UVB protection.
Anti-reflective coating: Reduces distracting reflections from the back surface of the lens.
Oleophobic coating: Helps reduce smudges and makes dirt, oil and moisture easier to remove.
T-Shell™ coating: Helps resist scratches and limit surface damage, although scratch-resistant does not mean scratch-proof.
Protection backed by defined testing
This configuration is assessed against ANSI Z87.1, MIL-PRF-32432A, ISO 12312-1.
ANSI Z87.1
Assesses the complete eyewear against defined high-velocity and high-mass impact tests. These include a fast-moving 6.35 mm steel ball and a 500 g pointed falling projectile; the frame and lens must remain intact during testing.
MIL-PRF-32432A
Assesses the complete frame-and-lens system against a defined American military high-speed fragment-impact requirement. Test velocities vary according to the applicable eyewear category.
ISO 12312-1
Assesses sunglasses intended for normal wear and driving against defined optical, classification and user-information requirements.