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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