Dupe x Crumpler

- A fine Saturday afternoon in Melbourne, circa 1995, 3 bike couriers decided that the Simple & Tenacious Messenger bags they were making for themselves should be available for everyone. That moment birthed Crumpler, rooted in Simplicity, bike practicality, sturdy construction, beers and fun for all.

- We sat down with the Crumpler team in their studio space in Melbourne’s CBD to begin crafting the foundation and ideas behind this collaboration.

- The result is a uniquely versatile pair of sunglasses, handcrafted from Radios’ plant-based acetate. Available in four colours, this unisex design features Radios’ new Sound Reflection temple core, our iconic checks on the front, and a silver-plated Crumpler x Radio badge on the inside. The lenses are made from high-quality polarized nylon, complemented by sturdy 5-barrel hinges.

- Sunglasses designed to be unisex. 

- Frame: Handcrafted Cellulose acetate – Biodegradable & Plant-based.

- Lens: Polarised High quality Nylon lenses with 100% UVA/UVB protection. 

- Hardware: Durable & Sturdy 5 Barrel hinges in Gold colour.  

Signature Check logo on the front, with a branded engraved internal temple.

Custom sound reflection metal temple cores for added strength & durability.

- Sizing:

Frame Width: 143mm

Lens Width: 49mm

Bridge Width: 22mm

Temple Length: 140mm

Crumpler was formed in 1995 by three Melbourne bike messengers crafting their own practical
messengers. The brand became known for its simple, tenacious bags rooted in bicycle utility and a
distinct, colourful character. After a period under corporate gods, one of the original founders has
returned from the music industry to revive its foundational principles: indestructible bags bursting with
colour, fun, bike practicality, and most of all, love for beer.