Ideal for riders with smaller faces who want a proper race-style shield with low weight, strong ventilation and less chance of oversized-fit drama under a helmet.
The 100% HYPERCRAFT XS is a performance sunglass built for riders who want maximum field of view, very low weight and a fit that doesn’t overwhelm a smaller face. At just 23 g, it all but disappears once you’re rolling, and the rimless cylindrical shield keeps your vision open whether you’re on the road, gravel or moving between bunch rides and training sessions.
What stands out on the bike is how well this shape balances coverage, airflow and comfort. The vented shield and frameless layout help move heat and moisture away, which is exactly why the Hypercraft platform has developed such a strong reputation for hot-weather riding. The HiPER Lavender Mirror lens is built to lift contrast and detail, while the hydrophobic and oleophobic treatment helps keep sweat, road spray and fingerprints from hanging around on the lens.
This XS version makes the biggest difference for riders who usually find one-size race glasses too tall, too wide or unstable. You still get the same premium touches — UltraCarbon™ frame material, grippy contact points, a clear spare lens, hard case and alternate nosepad — but in a package that’s simply more convincing on smaller face shapes. If you want race-style coverage without bulk, this is one of the cleaner options in the category.
XS fit for smaller faces
Scaled for smaller face shapes, making it a smarter option for women, younger athletes and anyone who finds standard shield glasses too large.
23-gram weight
The 23 g build keeps pressure low on long rides and helps the glasses feel stable without feeling heavy on your nose or ears.
HiPER contrast-enhancing lens
The HiPER Lavender Mirror lens is tuned to boost contrast and make terrain detail stand out more clearly in bright conditions.
Rimless shield view
The frameless cylindrical shield gives you broad, uninterrupted vision when you’re riding on the drops, on the hoods or looking down the trail.
Ventilated for hot weather
The laser-cut shield and vented layout are well suited to warm Australian riding conditions, helping reduce heat build-up and fogging.
Hydrophobic and oleophobic treatment
Water, sweat, dirt and oily marks are easier to manage, so the lens stays cleaner with less fuss mid-ride.
Secure rubber contact points
Ultra-grip nose and temple tips help the glasses stay planted when the pace lifts or the road surface gets rougher.
Bonus clear lens included
You’re not locked into one light condition — the included clear replacement lens makes early starts, overcast rides and post-sunset spins more practical.
General
Materials & construction
Dimensions & weight
Compatibility
Sizing
Features
What's included
Great for
Maybe not for
XS / extra small fit designed for smaller faces. Includes an alternative fit nosepad to fine-tune fit. Not compatible with prescription glasses. The slim arms generally play nicely with modern helmet retention systems, but very low-brow helmets can still sit close to the top of the lens on some riders.
vs POC Elicit
A similarly lightweight frameless performance sunglass with excellent coverage. The Elicit is also positioned as a premium minimal-frame option, but it comes only in a one-size format rather than an explicitly extra-small fit.
vs Oakley Encoder Strike
A more structured high-performance shield with a wide fit and prescription availability. It suits riders wanting big coverage and a larger fit envelope, but it is a very different proposition to a compact XS race sunglass.
vs Scicon Sports Aerowing
A large cylindrical performance shield aimed at road, triathlon and mountain bike use, with broad panoramic coverage and an aerodynamic look. It sits closer to full-size race eyewear than a small-fit specialist option.
The fit story is the main reason to buy this model
If standard race shields usually sit too wide on your cheekbones or feel oversized under a helmet, the XS sizing is the real advantage here. This is not just a colourway change — it’s the version to look at when normal one-size shields feel like too much glass.
Best suited to bright Australian conditions
With 15% light transmission and a Category 3 lens, this setup makes the most sense for daytime riding, hardpack gravel and sunny commutes or bunch rides. For dawn starts, deep shade or late finishes, swap to the included clear lens.
Excellent for hot-weather riding
The Hypercraft platform has a strong reputation for staying comfortable when temperatures climb. If you sweat heavily or often ride in humid conditions, the open rimless layout and venting are genuine practical benefits.
Helmet compatibility is generally good
The slim temple arms are a plus with modern road and gravel helmets because they create less conflict with retention cradles. As always with tall shield lenses, helmet brow shape still matters, especially if your helmet sits low at the front.
How much effort do you give?
100% is an American performance brand with roots in motocross going back to the early 1980s. The brand later re-emerged in 2012 and has expanded well beyond moto into downhill, BMX and cycling, building a strong identity around bold styling and race-focused performance products.
In eyewear, 100% is known for large-shield sport designs, contrast-focused lens technology and lightweight frameless models such as the Hypercraft family. Its sport-performance range is designed in California and centres on clear vision, ventilation, grip and low-weight construction for high-output riding.
