The Secret I Learned on the Field: Why Flip Up Sunglasses Are a Must-Have

I spent my entire professional life obsessed with clarity. Not just the clarity of my vision, but the clarity of my decision-making. As a player, you learn to read every little thing—the pitcher's grip, the spin on the ball, the angle of the sun as it changes throughout the game.

But some things are out of your control. The weather, the time of day, and those moments when the light just hits wrong. That's where I always felt a gap in my gear. The sun was always a factor, but a lot of the time, so was the shade.

I needed a solution that could adapt as quickly as the game itself.

My "Ah-Ha" Moment

It was a late afternoon game. The sun was setting, and the light was bouncing off the stadium. I had my sunglasses on for a line drive, but then the next pitch was in the shadows. I fumbled to take them off and put them in my hat, losing that crucial moment of focus. I knew there had to be a better way.

That's when the idea for Maris Optics was born. I wanted to create a pair of baseball flip up sunglasses that solved this exact problem. I wanted a lens that could instantly adapt to any light condition with just a flick of the wrist.

The Maris flip up sunglasses aren't just for the pros. They're for anyone who wants that same level of control and clarity. Whether you're coaching a little league team, working on your golf swing, or just enjoying a day outdoors, you need gear that works with you, not against you.

My mission with Maris Optics is simple: to make sure you never have to lose focus again. The ability to flip the lens up and down is more than a feature; it’s a tool that gives you back control.

So, if you’re tired of fumbling with your eyewear and want to experience what it's like to have gear that keeps up with you, check out our Maris Sunglasses. You'll see the difference.