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Chums Original Cotton Sunglasses Retainer

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The Original Cotton Sunglass Retainer is the reason why we all know how amazing Chums are.


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review on September 26, 2018

Classic, but the length bothers me

These are great and standard for a reason. In hindsight I would have bought a shorter version, I find that these are long enough that they get trapped between my back and backpack/seat/etc and get pulled when I turn my head. Nick S
review on May 15, 2018

Keeps my sunnies off the ground

They do their job. No complaints. John Langer
review on April 30, 2018


These are a must for any sport. Great to have with out any worries. These hold the glasses on the head with the stress of them falling down or losing them. review on April 19, 2018

Been using Chums since 1987

A simple and effective eyeglass retainer. I've used this Chums item since 1987 going through many over the years. I have one for each pair of glasses I own. Great way to keep track of glasses. Great item for biking and climbing. When this one wears out, I will buy another. Joe F.
review on March 18, 2018

I'm a fan

I'm very pleased with my chums, my glasses have a tendency to fall of my face and these chums help with keeping them up. Mark Walter
review on February 15, 2018

Chums Original Cotton Sunglass Retainer

These are great for keeping my sunglasses on biking! Tj Johnson
review on January 13, 2018

A little thick

These do their job, but are a little thicker than I had expected. My ears are going to need time adjusting. comment on April 18, 2018

Thanks for your review. We really appreciate it! Emily Jenson
review on January 8, 2018

No More Lost Glasses

I love these. I have a couple pairs for each pair of sunglasses and couldn't be happier. No more losing your glasses. putting them on your head and having them fall off, etc. Travis Bivins
review on November 16, 2017

A fly fisherman's best friend

These chums are very valuable when spending a day on the river catching fish. They provide the comfort needed to fish for hours and take away the stress of worrying about your glasses. I've lost countless number of sunglasses through the years but since getting these chums i have yet to loose a single pair. review on November 6, 2017

Great pair of shades

Great shades for the price, highly recommend! Aaron J
review on November 1, 2017

Great Product

I've avoided chums for a long time on the premise that they look dorky. Now that I'm an adult, I can see the utility in this product. They work well, they will even fit onto glasses with large arms, like Oakleys. I'm a fan. Andrew Wike
review on October 18, 2017

Don't Forget the Send Knob in the Back

These work great for any day on the river, ocean or any other form of water where you don't want to lose your shades. The best function for me is whitewater kayaking/rafting where I need all day eye protection from the sun. The cinch in the back is great for when things get a little rough on the water and you don't want those expensive sunglasses getting donated to the fishes. Also a great option for those with prescription glasses that cannot afford to lose them. Christian Ceraso
review on September 26, 2017

This will be very one sided

Chums are great for keeping your sunglasses safe during times of great peril. All rivers are the same, they will take your sunglasses and never return them. Chums work well for fly fishing, because you are always tying knots and Chums lets you just take off your glasses and when you're done with your knot you know exactly where your glasses are. I have never lost a pair of sunglasses when using Chums. review on September 15, 2017

This one time at band camp...

The only time if forgot to wear the chums...I lost my glasses. #Neverforget Derek R
review on September 5, 2017

Let Me Tell You About These Chums..

Best insurance you can buy for a pair of sunglasses. Its 1000% worth picking up to save those expensive sunnies you picked up for the boat/ river trip. Comfortable and secure. Cant go wrong! Eli Harrison
review on September 2, 2017


Save your glasses! Cheapest insurance policy out there, especially if you are on the water so those things don't drop and sink into oblivion. Luke Dordai
review on August 9, 2017

Very Necessary

The equation goes like this, if I am going to spend more than 10 bucks on a pair of sunglasses, then I'm putting chums on them. Otherwise they are lost or broken inside of a month. Chums are super comfy and in some cases will make a pair of glasses fit that don't otherwise. This round will be like my 20th pair. Aliza Mills
review on July 6, 2017


Use these to play indoor soccer and my glasses have never fallen. Not even once. Amazing, Juan Altuna
review on July 2, 2017

chums rock

chums are the best for keeping sunnies secure! hiking, climbing, rafting, running, dancing at concerts... yeah they are good for everything. and come in nice colors! and they are made in Utah!! Riley KuanHeight:5'4"Weight:125lbs
review on June 21, 2017

Groovy! Not just for old people!

Just thought I'd cast my 2 cents: these are invaluable if you care about your glasses! And they're not just for old people! I've had Chums for quite a while, I think my first pair was gotten for a buck at a thrift store in Seward, still have it somewhere! I've since found one on the ground (Thanks Chums Gods!), and just bought another to pair with some new Smiths.

These just work, cotton is nice on the skin and the piece of mind knowing you can't loose your glasses too easily, it does happen on the rivers, is worth $8.

Pro tip: If they get gunky, use some dish soap and lather them up and slide the ring all over and they'll be just like new. Also, don't push the rubber tips on too hard, they can break the frames!

Fun story: On the Grand last year, I managed to break the right arm of some old smiths, so I took the chum and squished it on to what was left of the arm and it worked fine. Then the other side broke, I again attached the chum to what was left and had to cinch them down a bit since these had glass lenses. Got me through another 2 river days, and a stupid hard hike up the North Kaibab! In a pinch, they can work some wonders. Amir NajamHeight:6'0"Weight:170lbs
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