Zeiss builds the lens, but KOO engineered everything around it to solve the problems cyclists actually face at speed. The Hype uses a toric polycarbonate lens with double curvature—spherical shaping that wraps both horizontally and vertically rather than the cylindrical curve found on most cycling eyewear. This geometry provides fuller coverage at the top and bottom edges of your vision, eliminating the tonal shift and peripheral light intrusion that distract during aggressive riding positions. The single-piece lens appears as two separate shields from the front, giving the Hype a distinctive squared aesthetic while maintaining the optical consistency of unified construction.

Three ventilation ports sit at the center bridge, channeling airflow across the interior lens surface to prevent fogging during high-output efforts. The placement keeps air moving without creating the turbulence that causes eyes to water at speed. Zeiss applies both antiscratch and hydrophobic coatings to the lens surface—the hydrophobic treatment sheds water and resists sweat accumulation, keeping vision clear through wet conditions and long climbs where perspiration tends to drip forward. This Black Matt frame ships with a Smoke lens rated at Category 2 filtration with 27% visible light transmission, making it versatile across variable conditions from partly cloudy skies to bright sun.

Wraparound temples provide secure retention without requiring the adjustment mechanisms that can loosen over time on other designs. The rigid arm design either fits your head shape or it doesn't—there's no play in the hinges to develop into wobble after months of regular use. An interchangeable nose bridge system includes a low-bridge pad option, and the frame accepts KOO's Optical Clip for prescription lens integration. Made entirely in Italy and certified to ANSI Z80.3, ISO 12312-1, and AS/NZS 1067.1 standards.