Vedalohd History
Aviator Sunglasses
The principals of VedaloHD® Performance Eyewear have been in the business of successfully interpreting new fashion, styles and trends in the eyewear industry for many decades. It would be nearly twenty years later that these principals were lucky enough to be introduced to the 1st true sunglass lens innovation the industry has had since polarization was invented over 70 years ago. The technology was forged in Italy.
Circa 2006- Italy
Industry changing sun filtering technology is created that actually improves visual performance in a sunglass lens. Pilots will soon be the first group to benefit from this breakthrough technology.
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
Daniel Jacobs develops a sunwear line that incporates our revolutionary & industry changing propretiatry sun filtering science built into the lens. This technology , which is branded SolarMax, is the ffrst innovation in a sun filtering lens that actually maximizes visual performance while also giving maximum protection from the ill effects of the sun's rays.
- Long Beach, California
The propreitary SolarMax lens technology is introduced to North America at the AOPA Convention in Long Beach, California. There is suddenly a line waiting to try on this new sun filtering science before noon on the first day. Pilots understand that this is the first lens on the market which greatly increases the eyes’ ability to see the entire color spectrum.
U.S.A and Canada
Pilots begin to clamor for our lens technology and pproduct as many of their styles feature thin, beta-titanium frames perfect for maximum headset comfort. More unique, however, is the SolarMax lens technology that not only greatly improves visual acuity outside the cockpit, but inside as well. With MFDs (Multi-function displays) and LCD screens becoming the standard instrumentation inside the cockpit, the non-polarized, color enhancing High Definition lenses are without a doubt, the best lenses for inside the 21st century cockpit as well. We the premier sunglass for the discerning pilot.
- Salinas, California
“I promise you these sunglasses are the best.” These are the words of Sean D. Tucker, an aerobatic pilot, the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum has named one of the “25 Living Legends of Flight”. Sean D. heads up Team Oracle and becomes one ofour biggest fans calling them “comfort for his eyes”. Many other famed aerobatic pilots, including Rob Holland, Team Aeroshell, Blue Angels, Patty Wagstaff, Bob Hoover, Ed Hamill, John Klatt, Jim Pietz, Rob Holland, Mike Wiskus, Kendal Simpson, Melissa & Rex Pemberton begin to enjoy our lens science in the cockpit as well.
- Oshkosh, Wisconsin
The VedaloHD® name is officially introduced to aviation at the EAA Air Venture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The name loosely translates in Italian to “it sees it in HD” and the reaction is nearly 100% positive to the new name and identity created.
- Orlando, Florida
VedaloHD® introduces itself to the racing industry at the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show. Armed with a one-of-a-kind 1941 Willy’s Mod Jet Car and its “Pilot” Elaine Larsen, VedaloHD® sunglasses make a huge splash gaining the immediate attention of the racing industry. VedaloHD® also becomes the official 2008 eyewear of the NMRA (National Mustang Racing Association) and NMCA (National Muscle Car Association).
- Orlando, Florida
VedaloHD® technology is officially introduced to the Golf Industry at the 2008 PGA Show. An association is forged with AMF Golf Management to introduce our lens technology through their membership.
February- Las Vegas, Nevada
VedaloHD will officially introduce their revolutionary lens science to hunters and shooters at the SHOT Show. Pheasant’s Forever states that “this breakthrough technology introduces hunters to the new world of high definition hunting. VedaloHD® is a product our members can trust and look forward to hunting with.”
St. Paul, Minnesota
VedaloHD's lens technology gets the endorsement of Pheasant’s Forever, one of the 3 largest hunting organizations in the U.S. Hunters begin to take note at the Pheasant Fest.
Now and beyond…Many Thanks to All
VedaloHD® would like to thank all of our customers, retailers, endorsements, investors, fans and friends for their unconditional support and feedback through the trials and tribulations of our product’s infancy. You have given life and character to our history and will help determine our future success. We hope all the existing fans continue to enjoy our lens technology and encourage those that have not tried VedaloHD®, to join us and experience Revolutionary Sight™ for yourselves.