Inspired by the control center of a boat and engineered for elite protection on the water
Costa Sunglasses unveiled Pilothouse PRO, the first semi-rimless shield delivering a “full-screen” high wrap view of the water. The launch marks the return of shield eyewear from the brand for the first time in 15 years, offering advanced lens technology for unparalleled clarity and superior protection from the elements in a new full coverage shape. Inspired by the Control Center of a boat, Pilothouse PRO delivers a commanding, uninterrupted view of the water when it matters most.
Pilothouse PRO takes the PRO Series to new heights as the first from Costa’s lineup to meet the American National Standard for Occupational Eye and Face Protection Devices (Z87.1+ safety rating). By passing rigorous impact tests including a ¼-inch steel ball traveling at 150 feet per second as well as high-mass and high-velocity pointed-impact trials, watermen gain an added layer of confidence when conditions get demanding.
Constructed from injected bio-resin, Pilothouse PRO also features advanced airflow in both the frame and lens to help manage heat and fog, for ventilation you can feel, not see. Anti-skid top brow and Hydrolite® retention temples stay put when the seas don’t, while an integrated eyewear drainage system stops sweat from pooling and beading, and keeps surfaces clear when conditions turn sticky.
David Fried, Costa Sunglasses Product Manager, shares, “Designing a semi-rimless shield with ANSI-level impact protection was the biggest challenge, and the biggest breakthrough. We engineered Pilothouse PRO to maximize field of view while still meeting rigorous safety standards, then layered in airflow, drainage, and retention based on real time feedback on the water with our Costa Pros. The result is a design built around function first, because at the end of the day, clarity and protection are non-negotiables.”
Retailing at $280–$301, Pilothouse PRO is available in various colorways, including Blue & Gold Mirror, Copper, Gray, Rose 580P and Clear lens options, now on CostaDelMar.com. Follow @CostaSunglasses on Instagram to stay up to date on the latest Costa news.
