About Glade Optics

Glade is an independent ski brand born in Vermont and built in Colorado. In everything we do, we aim to celebrate, support and add to skiing's distinct grassroots culture. We’ve combined the best elements of durability, comfort, and performance from across the industry to establish a new category and point of view on ski gear. The industry has changed. Nine of the top ten goggle and helmet brands are now owned by a parent corporation. As the industry consolidated the spirit and soul of skiing was lost. We aim to change that. Read their story