US Sport Optics Marsoops
By Scott Clayton

No matter what you do outdoors, a good pair of sunglasses is a necessity. Whether you fish or ski, hike or bike, sunglasses reflect your style and protect your eyes. While there are many different products that help protect your eyewear, from CroakiesÆ to cases, the Marsoop is a unique product that does it all. While wearing glasses, the Marsoop holds them on your head or around your neck. If you take your glasses off, the Marsoop is a soft case that protects them from being scratched. And in either case, if you happen to drop your glasses in the water, the Marsoop will keep them afloat.

We tested the Marsoop on a pair of Serengeti H2Optix. Our initial attempt to attach it was frustrating. Even though the Marsoop is considered a one size fits all product, there are some glasses which will not work with it. The Gear Review staff recommends that you take your glasses with you when making your purchase. The Serengeti H2Optix have rubber inserts, near the ear pieces of the glasses, which prevented attaching the Marsoop. Once we figured out how to remove the rubber inserts, even though it was still a tight squeeze, we were able to attach the Marsoop.

Once attached, the Marsoop worked great.

No more worrying about losing your glasses in the water. The Marsoop case is made of neoprene, which floats. We threw a pair of glasses, with a Marsoop attached, into the water and they floated, no problem.

No more remembering a separate case. When you're done wearing your glasses, fold them up as usual. Then, open the Marsoop pouch and pull it inside out around your glasses. There are snaps that complete the case and that's it. We liked the handy clip on the Marsoop case that can be used to secure your glasses to a vest or belt loop.

The Marsoop is a must have for those concerned about losing their glasses, especially near water. Whether you are wearing your glasses, or carrying them, the Marsoop will protect and secure your investment.

Marsoops come in black, blue, red, green, and camo. The neoprene model retails for $9.95. And the non-floating model, made from a poly/lycra cloth, retails for $8.95. US Sport Optics also make Marsoops that fit dive masks, ski-goggles, binoculars, and cameras.

Scott Clayton is the Fly Fishing Editor at GearReview.com.

For more information, contact:
US Sport Optics
127 Iolanthus Ave.
Novato, CA 94945
888-627-7667
dbanker1@aol.com