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Top Five Trends in Kids' Sunglasses

1. Styling that mimics that of adult sunglasses — cool, sophisticated and trendy.
2. Modern plastic styles in rich colors (no more bubble-gum colors).
3. Sports eyewear in scaled-down versions of adult styles.
4. Clip-on sunglasses for children's prescription eyeglasses. Clip-ons are readily available and reasonably priced. Instead of attaching with metal clips (which can scratch eyeglass lenses), you can now also buy sunglass clip-ons that are magnetically attached.
5. Brand name appeal. Kids are becoming nearly as brand-conscious as their parents and older siblings. Major eyewear manufacturers have teamed up with Disney, popular cartoons and young celebrities to create eyewear and sunglasses made for and appealing specifically to children. 

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Polarized Bifocals - available in South Africa

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Non Glare Polarized Lenses

Aside from their main purpose of protecting the eyes from bright sun, glare on the water and UV rays, GuideLine Polarized Polycarbonate Lenses are essential when flies, lures and shotgun pellets are whizzing through the air.

GuideLine Polarized sunglasses allow the sportsman to actually see fish and spot boating obstacles below the water’s surface, improving fishing success and safety. Also when motoring along at a good clip, Guideline Polarized sunglasses keep insects out of our eyes.

GuideGear SA has the answer. A high-quality, stylish line of lightweight, GuideLine Polarized sunglasses! 

Offer a multi-layer, distortion-free view through the clearest yet strongest non glare polarized lenses on the market today.

Contact Daphne 082 378 4841

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Kids - High-quality polarized TAC lenses - available in South Africa

GuideGear SA is a new start up company and our main focus is Polarized Polycarbonate Protective eyewear.

Polarized lenses offer the highest degree of protection to keep eyes out of harm's way and are 10 times more impact-resistant than glass or regular plastic lenses. The lenses are less than half the weight of typical glass lenses, yet are durable with 100% ultraviolet A- & B- ray protection and reduces water glare.

We have a wide range of styles and models and will shortly be offering a high-quality polarized TAC lenses range for our children in South Africa – durable, fine optical performance and affordable!!

 Our aim is to educate boaters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts (young & old), the importance of polarized protective eyewear.

A line of sophisticated, uncompromised and highly functional eyewear which is affordably priced and endorsed by countless enthusiasts – from professional anglers to weekend boaters.

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Award-Winning Bifocals

GuideLine Bifocal Series

Designed and constructed with the same rigorous standards and high-quality components and materials as our GuideLine Pro Series, GuideLine Bifocals are equipped with an additional magnifying feature - nearly imperceptible to others - to compensate for the farsighted water-sportsman.

A small magnifying lens inset into the lower third of the surrounding polycarbonate lens allows the wearer to adjust instantly from seeing clearly up close to far in the distance.

The best product of its kind on the market today!

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Polarized Prescription Eyewear

What's the single most important safety measure any outdoors man, angler or water-man can take?
Protecting the eyes, of course!!

• See where you're driving, 
• where you're shooting or 
• where you're casting better than ever before with GuideLine Eyegear's Polarized Prescription Eyewear.

With GuideLine's Rx program, we now offer most GuideLine frames and lens tints made to order with your prescription.  GuideLine Eyegear can build both single-vision and bifocal polarized sunglasses in either CR39 or polycarbonate lenses.

If you think you're ready for a custom pair of prescription polarized sunglasses at the best price on the planet, please feel free to contact Daphne 082 378 4841

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GuideLine Women Series - Part 2

MARYSOL (best for medium to large female faces)

A smaller and more graceful alternative to many over sized sunglass styles is GuideLine's Marysol.
With spring hinges, the Marysol performs like the no-nonsense precision eyewear she is, yet soft, gentle lines and a feminine-friendly wrap say, "made for a woman".

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Online Promotion!!

The GuideLine is a range of premium sunglasses and includes the award winning bifocals with magnifications from 1.5 to 2.5 diopters, the best product of its kind on the market today. These are essential for the angler who struggles with the knots.

The lenses are less than half the weight of typical glass lenses, yet are durable for any water-sports enthusiasts who are though on their gear. 100% ultraviolet A-& B- ray protection and reduces water glare.

Glasses with polycarbonate lenses offer the highest degree of protection to keep eyes out of harm's way and are 10 times more impact-resistant than glass or regular plastic lenses.

Order yours NOW!!

World Championship Shore Angling 2012 Holland

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SA Ladies Division - 6th place overall!!

Individual: Christelle Oosthuizen 3rd, Trudy Pretorius 14th, Elzanne Cronje 15th, Tish Yelland 21st and Heather Tiltmann 26th.

Eyewear sponsored by : GuideGear SA

GuideLine Woman - Part 2

MARYSOL (Best for medium to large female faces)

A smaller and more graceful alternative to many over sized sunglasses styles is GuideLine's Marysol.

With spring hinges, the Marysol performs like the no-nonsense precision eye wear she is, yet soft, gentle lines and a feminine-friendly wrap say, "MADE FOR A WOMAN"

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GuideLine Women - Part 1

While women demand equal quality and performance from their sporting eyewear, fit and aesthetic for the fairer gender are a different issue altogether.

GuideLine Women's Polarized Sunglasses feature frame wraps and lens shapes that follow the subtle lines of a woman's face and cradle the smaller female proportion.

Each model is artfully designed from the female perspective  yet the components and materials that comprise the line are of the same top-shelf quality as our GuideLine Pro Series.

KATALINA (Best for a wide variety of facial sizes)

GuideLine's Katalina polarized sunglasses sport a larger stylish lens shape for a refined almost retro look.  A touch of silver accents both temples and whispers a subtle statement of quality while top-end GuideLine components perform to the highest optical standard.

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GuideLine Alloy - Part 2

MANTIS (Best for medium to large faces)

The GuideLine Pro Mantis incorporates a brushed aluminum-and-magnesium semi-rimless composite frame for a high-tech blend of comfort, styling and performance. The top-shelf package includes spring hinges, rubber temple tips and adjustable nose pads.

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GuideLine Alloy - Part 1

GuideLine Alloy series glasses feature spring hinges, rubber temple tips, adjustable nose pads and our strongest frames.  If you're a discerning sun glass wearer, these will be the choice for you.

MATRIX (Best for medium to large faces)

GuideLine's Pro Series Matrix combines cutting-edge aesthetics with top-of-the line performance.  An aluminum-and-magnesium brushed alloy frame and spring-hinge temples secure its sleek and sporty rimless lenses to make a bold style statement.  Appropriate for both casual and dress use.

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CABO (Best for medium to large faces)

Ultra-lightweight, comfortable and stylish, the GuideLine Pro Cabo is equipped with a semi-rimless frame that feels like it's floating on air.  Non-slip Megnol nose pads and adjustable rubber temple tips provide a custom-like fit and superior performance.

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Current (Best for medium to large faces)

The GuideLine Pro Current sports temples, large rectangular lenses and an aggressive wrap design for the utmost in protection from the sun and wind.

Active-minded wearers are drawn to Current's performance and style.

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Playa - (Best for medium to large faces)

Unquestionably one of the most comfortable sunglasses in the GuideLine Pro Series lineup, the Playa is nearly indestructible.

A super-lightweight frame, secure fit and comfortable nose pads make it ideal for lond days on the water.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Outdoor Events

Contact Daphne on 0823784841, to display the GuideLine Series at your outdoor event.

 

% of the daily revenue will be sponsored to the Centurion Hospice.

 

 

 

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GuideLine Pro Series - Part 3

Playa (Best for medium to large faces)

Unquestionably one of the most comfortable sunglasses in the GuideLine Pro Series lineup, the Playa is nearly indestructible.

A super-lightweight frame, secure fit and comfortable nose pads make it ideal for long days on the water.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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GuideLine Pro Series - Part 2

Pilot Fish (Best for large to extra - large faces)

The GuideLine Pro Pilot Fish features throwback good looks and a contoured fit.  The large lenses are ideal for those seeking coverage in a performance polarized sunglass, but still deliver a classic stylish design.  Internal hinges ensure long-term durability.

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GuideLine Bifocal Series - Part 1

Designed and constructed with the same rigorous standards and high-quality components and materials as our GuideLine Pro Series, GuideLine Bifocals are equipped with an additional magnifying feature - nealy imperceptible to others - to compensate for the farsighted water-sportsman.

A small magnifying lens inset into the lower third of the surrounding polycarbonate lens allows the wearer to adjust instantly from seeing clearly up close to far in distance.

Award-winning Guideline brand bifocals are the best product of its kind on the market today!

Mantis Bifocal

With its progressive-looking brushed aluminum-and-magnesium semi-rimless composite
frame, no one will suspect a bifocal lens is hiding in such a sporty sunglass.

Like the non-bifocal Mantis, the Mantis Bifocal includes spring hinges, rubber temple tips and adjustable nose pads.

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GuideLine Pro Series - Part 1

Water-sports enthusiasts who demand great optical performance in a feather-light package turn to the GuideLine Pro Polarized Series.

 

At less than half the weight of a typical glass lens, the GuideLine Pro Polycarbonate lens, in combination with the line's TR-55 nylon frame, comprise a super-light, high performance sunglass that virtually disappears from the wearer's face.

The GuideLine Pro Series is available in a variety of styles and lens tints for a custom-like fit and performance.

 

KINGFISHER (Best for large to extra-large faces)

Our most popular wrap, the nonsense GuideLine Pro Kingfisher protects against sun, wind, rain and spray with its ample overall surface area. Large lenses are held by a thick performance frame and tied to wide internally hinged temples for serious-minded water-sportsmen.

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GuideLine's Polycarbonate Lenses

GuideLine's Polarized Polycarbonate lenses are less than half the weight of typical glass lenses, yet are durable for water-sports enthusiasts who are tough on their gear, and provide the most precise optical-grade clarity of any thermoplastic lens with 100% ultraviolet A- and B- ray protection on the market today.  Because of the material's intrinsic properties, it can be molded into virtually any lens shape and fitted into an array of frame wraps for the  lens and frame combination for a custom-like fit.  GuideLine's Polarized Polycarbonate Lenses sandwich six layers of the industry's most advanced materials and lens technologies into a single optic of the highest caliber.

 

 

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GuideLine Polarized Fishing Sunglasses

Aside from their main purpose of protecting the eyes from bright sun, glare on the water and UV rays, GuideLine Polarized fishing sunglasses are essential when flies, lures and shotgun pellets are whizzing through the air.

GuideLine Polarized fishing sunglasses allow the sportsman to actually see fish and spot boating obstacles below the water’s surface, improving fishing success and safety. Also when motoring along at a good clip, Guideline Polarized fishing sunglasses keep insects out of our eyes.

GuideGear SA has the answer. A high-quality, stylish line of lightweight, GuideLine Polarized fishing sunglasses! Offer a multi-layer, distortion-free view through the clearest yet strongest nonglare polarized lenses on the market today.

Contact Daphne 082 378 4841

GuideLine Polarized Sunglasses For Boating & Kayaking

Polarized Sunglasses are often seen being worn by boaters, whether it's sail boating or power boats. There can be some very intense sunlight out on the water, typically because there are bright, cloudless open skies and sun light reflecting off the waves and flat surface of the water. A good pair of sunglasses can be very helpful and pretty much necessary when trying to navigate your boat.

Sunglasses that have polarized lenses are important, but good UV protection is also essential when boating out in the open seas. UV protection blocks out the harmful UV rays, that can cause cataracts and even skin cancer if too much exposure is prolonged.


Polarized sunglasses come in all shape and sizes, colors and like anything else, all different price ranges. Some people prefer smaller size lenses, while others prefer the over sized sunglass lenses, which is the current fashion trend that you see many female celebrities wearing. It's always nice to look good when wearing your sun glasses, but on the water, whether it be fishing or boating, functionality is probably more important.

Polarized Sunglasses with a good wrap around frame are essential when boating, especially if you are in a boat that is traveling at high speeds. If your vision is restricted because you don't have wrap around sunglass frames, this could present a dangerous situation, where you cannot see other boats that are heading in your direction.

Keep in mind safety is something to definitely consider when choosing your polarized sunglasses. Fashion and comfort are important, but if you can't see properly when wearing your glasses, it is definitely not a good idea to wear them.

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What to Look For In Fishing Sunglasses

Everyone knows that polarized lenses are important for fishing. What other features should I look for when choosing a pair of Polarized Sunglasses?

• Comfort
• When choosing your pair of fishing sunglasses, consider getting a very light weight frame that does not put pressure points on the side of your temples or bridge of your nose. Since fishermen spend long hours in the sun, sometimes from sun-up to sundown, comfort is a very important factor to consider. Bulky, uncomfortable sunglasses can be annoying when wearing polarized sunglasses for six hours or more at a time. Heavy frames that do not fit properly can also leave red, irritating marks on the bridge of your nose.

• Non-Slip Frames
• Another factor to consider when choosing your polarized fishing sunglasses is choosing a pair of non-slip frames that will not slip or slide off your face. This can be very annoying when you have to constantly be adjusting or pushing your sunglasses back onto your face. When choosing your polarized sunglasses, try to find a pair that has a curvature that conforms to the shape of your face, or has the flexibilty in the frames where they can be adjusted for a perfect fit.

• Wide Temple or Protective Side Lens
• We've all heard about the damaging effects of the sun, especially when you're fishing on a lake or ocean, where the sunlight is reflecting off the surface of the water. A good pair of polarized sunglasses will have a protective side lens or wide temple, which covers the sensitive skin around the corners of your eyes. This is the area where you get crow's feet and wrinkling of the skin. In addition, a side lens or sports wrap frame will protect the eyes from dust and the tearing effects of the wind.

• Polarized Sunglasses with Good Vision
• It's important to be able to see easily in all directions when wearing your fishing sunglasses. A lot of fishermen today have high powered fishing or bass boats that can travel at speeds of 70 MPH or more. When traveling at these high speeds, it's very important to have 100% vision to see other boats coming from all directions. Sunglasses that have limited vision can be dangerous when traveling at high speeds. Also, good  vision is important when searching for schools of fish or dolphin when ocean fishing. When choosing your polarized sunglasses, make sure you get a pair that has a wrap around type frame that provides 100% vision.

• Durability
• Another factor that fishermen tend to ignore when choosing sunglasses is durability of the frames, especially the finish. A good pair of polarized sunglasses should have a UV resistant coating on the frames, which will protect them from the intense sunlight that they are exposed to every day. Moreover, a good pair of designer sunglasses should have a salt-water fade resistant barrier. Around water your fishing sunglasses can be exposed to these elements, especially abrasive salt water, so having a durable finish is important.

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Reduce Water Glare

 

The sun's rays are harsh and even more so for fishing and water sport enthusiasts who have to deal with the sun from above as well as the reflection on the water. Removing annoying glare greatly increases our ability to see into water, fish and other important subsurface structure  appear from below. Oncoming boats and snags previously hidden in water's  harsh glare become apparent.

This is where Guideline Eyegear's polarized sunglasses are a lifesaver.

The lenses are crafted using a patented processing technology delivering unsurpassed distortion-free, polarized vision. The polarized filter is sandwiched between two layers of crystal-clear, hard coated polycarbonate material. The result is lightweight, scratch-resistant, shatter-resistant,  polarized lens offering superior eye protection.

Completely unique to GuideLine, a complete award winning Bi-Focal range equipped with an additional magnifying feature for the up close and fine work.

Why should anglers invest in polarized protective eyewear?

Polarized lenses are beneficial to any sunglass wearer - especially for people who spend a lot of time outdoors or do watersport. They cut out glare, which causes distorted vision that results in squinting, headaches and eye fatigue. Glare also reduces colour and depth perception and causes eye strain.

 

 

 

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South African Ladies Protea Team

 

 

GuideGear SA sponsored the South African Ladies Protea Team who recently competed in the 2012 World Championships in Netherlands. Trudy Pretorius, photographed together with Daphne Hattingh of GuideGear SA at this year's SAFTAD show, caught the most fish, both edible and non-edible at the 2012 Ladies Nationals, where she represented Gauteng North. She was also placed third overall and improved her ladies ranking to third place.

 

 

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GuideGear South Africa, distributor of GuideLine and Fisherman eyewear. The world famous American sunglasses company that produce polarized protective eyewear for fishermen, designed by fishermen. The company boasts a wide range of styles and models and will shortly be offering a new range for children.

The Fisherman eyewear brand is aimed at the mid-range market and are truly good value for money. The GuideLine is a range of premium glasses and includes the award winning bifocals with magnifications from 1.5 to 2.5 diopters, the best product of its kind on the market today. These are essential for the angler who struggles with the knots.

The lenses are less than half the weight of typical glass lenses, yet are durable for water-sports enthusiasts who are though on their gear. 100% ultraviolet A- & B- ray protection and reduces water glare.

Glasses with polycarbonate lenses offer the highest degree of protection to keep eyes out of harm's way and are 10 times more impact-resistant than glass or regular plastic lenses. They exceed the FDA's impact resistance requirements by over 40 times.

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