SILICON PRARIE NEWS

This Omaha designer is 3D printing the future of eyewear

Omaha-based Alan Tipp was one of SPN’s first interviews way back in 2009 when he was designing performance eyewear for Under Armour. Since then he’s accumulated dozens of patents and launched an innovation consultancy to help other inventors turn their ideas into retail-ready products.

GOLF MAGAZINE

The Game Day polycarbonate lens, developed by Zeiss for Under Armour Eyewear, highlights white objects (such as golf balls) against a green background. Under Armour says the lens provides up to 20 percent more undistorted peripheral vision and is up to 10 times stronger than regular polycarbonate lenses. The titanium-thermoplastic frame has an adjustable nosepad for proper fit.

THE MANUAL

Post-Workout Eyeball Recovery is a Thing and Under Armour is leading the way with its Tuned lenses.

USA TODAY

Steph Curry Sports UA Hi-Roll at the 2018 Warriors Parade- Design by Alan Tipp

BUSINESS INSIDER

Named best sunglasses for women.  Under Armour has an athletic appeal to its sunglasses, which are specifically designed for golfing and other activewear outside.

MENS JOURNAL

The best summer running gear for men 2016. Protect your eyes from UV rays with sunnies that won’t slide down your nose. The UA Big Shot Multiflection sunglasses hold on without pinching and have a glare-reducing coating that resists smudges and scratches

SPORTS ILLUSTRATED

Cam Newton fined $10,000.00 because of the Under Armour logo visible on his helmet clips; paying the price for his brand loyalty and trust in equipment that was designed to suit his needs.

EDGE MAGAZINE

Sept 2015 Alan Tipp Shares inspiration through design.

THE SURGE

Performance eyewear should tell a story. It should have it’s own point of view and must be able to stand alone without the logo.

Chase Elliott

Sponsorship announcement on Twitter

DEZ BRYANT

Top Wide Receiver signs deal with Under Armour

TOUCH OF MODERN

Sunglasses With Hidden Storage

Founded in 2018, ViceRays creates shades that complement your active lifestyle while serving a useful secondary function. Each pair features a hidden storage chamber perfectly sized to carry joints or pre-rolls. Totally stress-free and discreet, it's a smart solution for hikers, explorers, beach lovers, and anyone who enjoys life in the open.