RIA Versa Court HD+ Sunglasses Review: Best Pickleball Eyewear for Small to Medium Faces

Pickleball Gear

Aug 26

As a pro who spends more hours under the sun than I’d like to admit, I’ve tried just about every pair of “sport” sunglasses out there. Most either slip when you sweat, distort depth perception, or feel like a pair of ski goggles strapped to your face. The RIA Versa Court HD+ changed that.

Lens Clarity & Contrast

The comparison of the court with and without the RIA Court HD+ lenses.

The first thing I noticed? Clarity. The Court HD+ lenses sharpen the ball against the background in a way that’s hard to describe until you experience it. Whether I’m returning a serve at noon with the sun overhead or chasing a lob at dusk, the contrast is spot-on without muting the natural colors around me. And unlike polarized lenses, these don’t mess with depth perception—which is crucial when you’re reacting to a drive at the kitchen line.

Fit & Comfort for Smaller Faces

Fit is another win. The Versa is a small to medium frame, which is a game-changer if you’ve got a smaller face. Too many performance glasses feel oversized and bulky; the Versa feels sleek, balanced, and light. At just 24 grams, you barely notice them—until you realize you’ve worn them straight through warm-up, match play, and post-game chatter without ever wanting to take them off.

Secure Design & Impact Protection

Comfort and security are dialed in with the adjustable temples and rubber nose pads, keeping the glasses locked in even when you’re dripping sweat or lunging wide for a save. And here’s the part most players overlook: impact protection. These frames meet the ANSI Z87 safety standard, which means if a pickleball comes screaming at your face (and it will, sooner or later), you’ve got real protection. I’ve already taken a direct hit to the lens—ball bounced off, glasses intact, no damage. That’s peace of mind you can’t put a price on.

Why They’re Worth It

The Versa Court HD+ sunglasses don’t just block the sun—they elevate your game. They’re sharp, secure, protective, and built for racquet and paddle sports. If you’ve got a small to medium face and want something that looks good, stays put, and actually shields you from both glare and impact, this is the pair you’ve been waiting for.

I wouldn’t step on court without them—they’re as essential to me as my paddle.

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