Choosing the right pair of sunglasses for your sporting activities goes way beyond which pair looks cool. The proper design and lens tint can actually improve your visibility and performance. Here is a guide to choosing the right pair of sunglasses for various sports.
Step One
Sunglasses for snow activities: For skiing or snow boarding you need maximum visibility on the slopes. To reduce the glare from the sun hitting the snow, try amber tinted lenses.
Step Two
Water sports sunglasses: Whether you’re fishing or riding on a sea-doo, you’ll need sunglasses that cut down the glare of the sun off the water’s surface. Polarized sunglasses do a great job of eliminating this glare but still allow you great visibility.
Step Three
Sunglasses for other outdoors activities: Dark brown or grey sunglasses for sunny days work best at protecting your eyes from the sun and still allow you to see well. Low lighting conditions, such as cloudy days or evening light, call for yellow or amber-tinted sunglasses for best visibility.
Which lens color is the best?
Color is a personal choice and doesn't affect how well the lenses protect your eyes from UV light. Gray and brown are popular because they distort colors the least. Athletes may choose other tints for their color-enhancing properties; for example, yellow lenses are popular with skiers and target shooters because they work well in low light, reduce haze, and increase contrast for a sharper image.
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