Sunglasses
More than just looking cool
Sunglasses are a must have sport accessory. Outdoor recreational activities require you protect your eyes from the dangerous UV rays of the sun. Adventure activities require sport sunglasses that were engineered to stay on, provide UVA and UVB protection and are made of robust materials.
Sunglass frames for sports should be strong, but also light enough in weight for comfort. The frame design choices are limitless-depending on your style. There are sleek round black ones to silver ones with an oval design. Whether it's a nose cushion, a frame that reduces fog or a sunglass cord, you will be astounded at the options for sport enthusiasts on-line.
Sport sunglass lenses are normally made of polycarbonate instead of glass. This is a durable and strong lens that is lighter in weight than glass and is more resistant to shattering. Some manufacturers based on consumer feedback now apply a special scratch coating to polycarbonate lenses so that the lenses will better resist scratching.
Water sports, biking or snow sports people will need sunglasses that resist glare and therefore polarized sun glasses will be the most recommended. Polarized lenses minimize the glare from water, snow and asphalt that is annoying and very dangerous to the eyes. Photochromatic lenses are great for some outdoor sports as they have the ability to change their tint levels according to the amount of light.
Sunglass choices are limitless. Make sure you buy the glasses that were specifically designed for your type of adventure. Cycling glasses and kayaking glasses are different than what you may need for fishing or hiking. Consider the feel and quality of the frame and lenses while purchasing. Be sure to ask about the sunglasses warranty, costs of shipping and what the company's policy is regarding flawed or damaged products.
Oakley, Bolle, Nike and are just a few brand names that make sport sunglasses today. Replicas of famous brands are also readily available. If you purchase a brand name pair and want to ensure the ones you receive aren't a cheap imitation, verify with the product warranty. Authentic designer sunglasses will have a warranty with the designers' label and contact information and come with a sound money-back guarantee.
