Shady Rays

AI visibility and ranking for Eyewear & Sunglasses: United States

Eyewear & Sunglasses [US]

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Shady Rays

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1.1

% of measured AI answers in this industry and market.

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AI visibility scores and ranking

Data through

October 4, 2026

Updated

October 4, 2026

Latest scan visibility

0.7

October 4, 2026

Overall visibility

1.1

21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)

Industry rank

Within this industry and market

Published scan history

Across 8 recorded scans from 21 August 2026 to 4 October 2026, Shady Rays's single-scan score moved from 2.4% to 0.7%, down 1.7 percentage points. Latest recorded scan 0.7% on 4 October 2026; combined-window score 1.1%.

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Individual recorded scans. Each row is one scan on one date. The published combined-window score is 1.1% over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026, measured across every answer in that window — a different sample from any single row below.
Scan date	Single-scan score
21 August 2026	2.4%
24 August 2026	1.6%
30 August 2026	1.6%
6 September 2026	0.2%
13 September 2026	1.3%
20 September 2026	0.4%
27 September 2026	0.9%
4 October 2026	0.7%

Latest scan = one scan. Overall visibility = all answers in the published window.

Visibility across AI platforms

Share of answers naming this brand

ChatGPT

1.2%

Perplexity

0.0%

AI Overviews

2.2%

21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)

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Google AI Overviews names Shady Rays most often.

It appears in 2.2% of collected Google AI Overviews answers and 0.0% of Perplexity answers: a difference of 2.2 percentage points within the published window. This describes where mentions occur; it does not establish why the platforms differ.

Named across 21 of 150 questions.

Shady Rays appears in at least one collected answer to 14.0% of the tracked questions. That is question coverage; the 1.1% visibility score measures its share of individual answers.

Across 8 published scans, visibility ranged from 0.2% to 2.4%. The latest scan was 0.7% on 4 October 2026. Individual scan scores and the published-window score describe different samples.

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21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)

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27.8

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15.2

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12.3

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Named in the sample

Prompts that surface this brand

The brand is named in at least one collected answer to each of these questions.

Best UV protection sunglasses US
Best affordable sunglasses brands US
Best alternative to Ray-Ban US
Best alternative to Sunglass Hut US
Best fishing sunglasses US
Best golf sunglasses US

Examples from the published question set. A mention on one platform does not mean every platform names the brand.

Prompts that surface other brands

Different shopping needs can bring other brands into view. An absence here does not necessarily signal a problem.

Best online sunglasses shopping US (EyeBuyDirect, goodr, GlassesUSA)
Best polarized sunglasses US (Maui Jim, Knockaround, goodr)
What sunglasses brands do Americans actually wear (Maui Jim, Costa Del Mar, Warby Parker)
Best American glasses brands (Pair Eyewear, Randolph Engineering, Vint & York)
Best American sunglasses brands (Randolph Engineering, Maui Jim, Costa Del Mar)
Best Instagram famous sunglasses brands US (Quay Australia, Le Specs, Warby Parker)

Competitor names are shown where they appear in the collected examples.

Recorded AI questions and answers

Recorded examples from the scan. Each card pairs a shopper’s prompt with an excerpt from the AI response.

Google AI Overviews

4 October 2026

The question asked

Best value sunglasses US

From the recorded answer

Add to listShady Rays Classic Original (~$38 - $48) …

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Recorded answer text · Google AI Overviews · 4 October 2026

!What are good affordable sunglasses for men with big heads? The [Goodr OG Sunglasses]( are widely recognized as the best overall value for active and everyday wear, priced around $25.

### Top Value Sunglasses in the US Add to listGoodr OG Sunglasses (~$25)

- Pros: Lightweight, no-slip, no-bounce grip coating, polarized UV400 lenses, and a wide variety of fun colorways. - Cons: Frames can feel tight on wider heads over long periods.

Add to listKnockaround Classics (~$28)

- Pros: Extremely affordable, timeless aesthetic, durable polycarbonate frames, and polarized options featuring full UV400 protection. User reviews praise the optical clarity for the low price point. - Cons: Hinges are basic plastic/metal and may loosen with heavy abuse.

Add to listShady Rays Classic Original (~$38 - $48)

- Pros: Premium feel, scratch-resistant polarized lenses, salt-water resistance, and outstanding warranty coverage that replaces lost or broken shades. Reviewers highlight them as lightweight, attractive, and secure during movement. - Cons: Higher price tier than basic gas-station or budget brands.

Show more If you want to narrow down the best choice, tell me:

- What activity or use case do you need them for (running, driving, fashion, casual wear)? - Do you specifically require polarized lenses? - What is your target budget?

ChatGPT

4 October 2026

The question asked

Best golf sunglasses US

From the recorded answer

### Shady Rays Titan Elite …

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Recorded answer text · ChatGPT · 4 October 2026

If you want one pair specifically for golf, I'd prioritize a golf-specific contrast lens over polarization. Current 2026 testing consistently favors lenses that enhance separation between the ball, grass, fringe, and green contours; polarization is better if glare reduction is your #1 concern. www.independentgolfreviews.commygolfspy.com

### My top U.S. picks

### Oakley Flak 2.0 XL Prizm Golf $214.00

### Tifosi Rivet Golf $89.95

### Oakley Radar EV Path Prizm Golf $244.00

### RIA Vantage Golf HD+ $199.00

### Shady Rays Titan Elite $134.00

1. Best overall - Oakley Flak 2.0 XL Prizm Golf About $214. The Prizm Golf lens is non-polarized and designed to increase contrast on the course. Independent 2026 testing ranks it #1 overall, particularly for seeing greens, fairway/rough separation, and tracking the ball. www.independentgolfreviews.com

2. Best value - Tifosi Rivet Golf Around $50-$90 depending on configuration. Its Enliven Golf lens is purpose-built for contrast, and multiple 2026 reviews rate it exceptionally highly for the money. www.independentgolfreviews.com

3. Best for maximum coverage - Oakley Radar EV Path Prizm Golf A strong choice if you want a larger sport frame and peripheral coverage. MyGolfSpy has it among its highest-rated 2026 models. www.independentgolfreviews.commygolfspy.com

4. Premium alternative - RIA Vantage Golf HD+ About $199. Semi-rimless wraparound design with a golf-specific lens; worth considering if you don't love the Oakley look.

5. If you specifically want polarization - Shady Rays Titan Elite About $134. Polarized with side shields and a wider fit. I'd choose this over a generic polarized sunglass if you're playing in extremely bright conditions.

### One important tip

If you play mostly in Las Vegas/desert-level sun, I'd lean toward Oakley Prizm Dark Golf rather than the standard Prizm Golf lens. Standard Prizm Golf transmits about 30% of light, while Prizm Dark Golf is around 22%, making it better suited to very bright conditions. www.independentgolfreviews.com

My ranking for you: 🥇 Oakley Flak 2.0 XL Prizm Golf - best performance 🥈 Tifosi Rivet - best bang for the buck 🥉 Oakley Radar EV Path Prizm Golf - best coverage 💰 Tifosi - if you don't want to spend $200+

If you tell me your budget ($50 / $100 / $150 / $250+) and whether you prefer polarized, I can narrow it to the 3 best buys currently available in the U.S.

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Shady Rays

Eyewear & Sunglasses

21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)

1.1

AI visibility

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Visibility is the share of collected answers that name the brand. Brands in the same industry and market are measured against the same question set.

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Answers naming the brand

3598

Answers collected

1.1

AI visibility

Answers naming the brand ÷ all collected answers × 100

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The same industry questions across ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews.

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Track brand mentions and positions across the published scans.

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This is a sample of AI responses. Answers vary by platform and date; visibility does not measure sales or product quality.

Overall visibility combines answers within the published dates. Some market series accumulate scans from launch; others use four-scan cycles. A new cycle changes the scoring window, while individual scan history is retained. Compare the dates and sample sizes before comparing periods.

In the Found by Flux AI Visibility Index, Shady Rays ranks #16 among 37 tracked brands for Eyewear & Sunglasses · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). Its visibility is 1.1%. It was named in 41 of 3,598 AI answers across 21 of 150 tracked questions, averaging position 2.5 when mentioned.

Source: Found by Flux · ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. Visibility measures mentions in this sample, not sales or recommendation quality.

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What is this brand’s AI Visibility Score?

Found by Flux records 1.1% AI visibility for Shady Rays in Eyewear & Sunglasses · United States, measured over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026. It ranks #16 among 37 tracked brands.

How often does AI mention this brand?

Shady Rays was named in 41 of 3,598 collected AI answers, across 21 of 150 tracked questions, for Eyewear & Sunglasses · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). A mention can include a comparison or qualification; it is not necessarily a recommendation.

How is the AI Visibility Score calculated?

Found divides the number of collected answers naming Shady Rays by all 3,598 answers in the published Eyewear & Sunglasses · United States sample, then multiplies by 100. The same question set is used across ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. See the Found methodology for the scope and limitations.

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Shady Rays

AI visibility and ranking for Eyewear & Sunglasses: United States

US sunglasses brand built on affiliate and creator marketing.

AI visibility scores and ranking