February 23, 2008 - Choosing the Right Fishing Sunglasses
"The fishing was good, it was the catching that was bad." -- A. K. Best
Anglers know that any day spent fishing is a good day. While not all conditions can be controlled, the right gear can make all the difference in catching or not catching the fish.
See the fish before they see you.
When the fish are biting you want to be able to see them and that means having the right fishing sunglasses. In bright and low light conditions you will want to be able to see clearly and equipment makes a big difference.
One of the problems faced when fishing is glare from the sun. Glare is caused when light bounces off of reflective surfaces such as water, moisture in the air or even the highway. Glare will not only hinder your ability to see fish and underwater structures but can result in eye strain and fatigue as your eyes try to adjust. Polarized fishing sunglasses are the solution to clear vision and relaxed eyes.
Sunlight can be problematic even on overcast days. Polarized fishing sunglasses block overhead and reflected glare with the use of mirrors and anti-reflective coatings. The polarized fishing sunglasses block the glare allowing the remaining light to fall in a narrow range of intensity resulting in sharper, clearer vision minus the glare, eye strain and washed out colors.
Polycarbonate vs Glass Lenses? In general polycarbonate or CR-39 lenses are more lightweight, more impact-resistance and are geared more towards active or sports sunglasses. They still maintain excellent optical resolution and usually come in a wider range of sport specific color options and interchangeable lens sets. Glass lenses tend to be a bit heavier overall but technology is keeping up and thinner, more lightweight glass lens are readily available. Glass lenses offer exceptional visual quality, optical clarity and maximum scratch resistance and are recommended for situations where vision is everything. While somewhat impact-resistant they are not recommended for active sports.
Look for lenses that offer anti-reflective coatings and the ability to shed water. The combination of water and sun can be brutal and you need frames designed to stand up to the harsh conditions.
When choosing the right fishing sunglasses there are two main things to consider.
·What time of day do you generally fish?
·What type of fishing do you do?
Time of Day
Early morning, dusk or overcast conditions
With less ambient light outside you need more light coming through the lens to your eyes and a way to enhance the details. Think about photochromic, light adjusting lenses that will adjust as the day lightens or darkens. Interchangeable lenses will allow a wider variety of light conditions
Mid-day, cloudless and full sunlight days
Bright sun conditions mean lots of glare and you need a way to block the light and eliminate the glare without losing the details. Mirrored coatings will help cut the glare. Interchangeable lenses will allow you to quickly adapt to changing light conditions.
Type of Fishing
Sight fishing, flats fishing or fly fishing
Shallow water fishing has the bottom interfering with shadow and ground coloring helping to camouflage the fish. You'll need some additional contrast, sharper detail and enhanced depth perception. Look for yellow or amber/copper lenses.
Open water, sport fishing or saltwater fishing
Open water fishing has changing light conditions and glare being bounced around by the water. You'll need to adjust to the ever changing light conditions and to eliminate the glare. Stick with neutral colors like gray or brown
Costa Del Mar Polarized Fishing Sunglasses
Hard-core sunglasses for hard-core saltwater junkies.
TR90 nylon provides the strength and flexibility to survive the daily grind. The best hinges in the world. Corrosion-resistant stainless steel. Scratchproof encapsulated mirror, 8 layers of reflecting zircon, titanium and magnesium oxides, embedded in the lens, not stuck on the outside. Premium glare absorbing anti-reflective coating. Water-repellent coating sheds water, snow and even saltwater. 100% UV Protection. LIFETIME Warranty.
Smith Action Optics Polarized Fly Fishing Sunglasses
The recognized standard for polarized and photochromic performance.
TR90 Grilamid frame provides the strength and flexibility to survive the daily grind. Hydrophobic coatings on both the front and back of the lens sheds water and makes cleaning easier. An anti-reflective coating inside the lens eliminates bothersome sidelight reflections. 100% UV Protection. LIFETIME Warranty.
Polarized Bifocal Sunglasses
For the angler whose near vision is not as sharp as it once was, polarized bifocal sunglasses are a great option. Polarized bifocal sunglasses combine the anti-reflective properties of polarized fishing sunglasses with the magnification of bifocal glasses. Perfect for tying on a small fly or reading a map
Smith Action Optics offers polarized bifocal sunglasses in a magnification of +2.25 while Costa Del Mar offers two magnifications, +1.75 or +2.50.
With the right fishing sunglasses you can be sure that both the fishing and catching will be good!
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February 1, 2008 - Hit a Home Run with Baseball Sunglasses
On a sunny day infield as you alertly wait to advance on a grounder, you don’t need the distraction of sun or debris in your eyes. You need complete focus on the game and the ball that is coming your way. Baseball sunglasses can up your game by providing the protection you need.
Out on the field you need sunglasses that will protect your eyes from harmful UVA / UVB rays and will stand up to the demands of the game. Luckily, you don’t have to settle for sunglasses that may or may not do the trick. Baseball sunglasses offer just the technical protection you need.
Gargoyles Flip-up Baseball Sunglasses
Gargoyles patented technology has made them a favorite of medical professionals and the military. The Flip-up Baseball sunglasses are part of their Performance Lens Series and feature a tint specifically designed for baseball.
The Flip-up Baseball Sunglasses offer Gargoyle’s patented defense against impact while providing distortion free comfort and clarity. The patented lens material is designed for high velocity impact. You can field a pitch worry free as the lens material has 10 times the impact of glasses.
The smudges and stains typical of other mirrored lenses are virtually eliminated with a state of the art micro-think film coating. Thanks to a hydro-fog coating, you can hit, run and slide without moisture gathering on the surface.
The Flip-up baseball sunglasses are surprisingly lightweight and flexible. The silicone inserts on the nose pads keep them comfortably on your face so there’s no slippage during the game.
When you need to argue a call with the ump, simply flip the shades up with a tap of the finger. The shades designed with a unique ball bearing and hinge system stay up until you tap them down again.
You get 100% UVA/UVB protection with these baseball sunglasses. The lenses also come in a neutral tint which enables you to see objects in their most natural state without color distortion. The neutral tint works well in a variety of light conditions.
Oakley Baseball Sunglasses
Oakley Baseball Sunglasses are made to withstand the demands of the game. The new Radar offers protection from the elements in a durable, lightweight design made for baseball.
The glasses were designed to work with batting helmets and feature a straight stem design. Oakley prides itself on a legacy of finding and solving problems. They uphold that commitment with their baseball sunglasses. The overheating that can occur out on the field is solved by the aerodynamic design that features surge ports. The ports provide a channel for a cooling flow of air so glasses don’t fog on the mound.
While other glasses may lose their grip as you sweat, Oakley has designed their baseball sunglasses with a secure, precise fit. The glasses even come with interchangeable nose pieces in different sizes. The nose pieces have Oakley’s patented Unobtainium which actually increases the grip of the glasses with sweat.
The lenses are lightweight but designed to protect you from high-mass and high velocity impact. You can see the whites of the pitcher’s eyes through the amazingly clear lenses. The lenses also feature a permanent coating that maintains smudge resistance and prevents water from leaving streaks and sheens.
You can play the game in comfort and style with any of these coolly engineered baseball sunglasses.
Find everything you need to know about choosing the most suitable and modern equipment to protect your eyes. Visit our website at www.technical-gear.com to select from a wide range of brands with helpful descriptions as well as all of our favorite baseball sunglasses.
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