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Not many injuries occur from fishing, accept an
occasional lure in the eye. However, since fishing takes place outdoors,
you need to protect yourself from ultraviolet radiation. Also, because
fishing takes place on or near water, there is a high amount of glare.
The proper eyewear can help control glare, and let you see through
shallow water. Here is what to look for:
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Ultraviolet Radiation:
Make sure that whatever glasses you choose absorb 100% of
ultraviolet light. (See UV and its Effects on the Eyes for more
information).
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Polarized Lenses:
Glare manifests itself in what is called polarized light. Glare
increases on surfaces such as water or snow. This creates
distracting blurs. Polarized lenses absorb 98% of the glare so you
don't need to squint. It also allows you to better see through the
water, good for fishermen who fish in shallow water. These lenses
are a must for anyone on the water.
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Lens Material:
Since fishing is not a high risk sport, any lens material can be
used.
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Frame Material:
Any frame material can be used. It is basically a style
decision.
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Lens Color: The color of lens you
choose depends on the time of day you most often fish. If you are
fishing in the early morning or late evening, use a vermilion or
rose colored lens. This is a low light lens, but still blocks out
the glare during these times of the days. If you fish in the middle
of the day, use a brown or gray lens. This will provide the best
shielding from the sun.
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Prescription Lenses:
Most any frame can be fit with a prescription lens, and
polarized lenses are available in most prescriptions in all lens
materials.
Recommended Styles:
Smith
and Vuarnet
make glass lenses in the above mentioned colors and have prescription
availability on most styles, and
Legend; and Native
only make polarized lenses. Kaenon Polarized has
a new SR-91 lens that has optical clarity of glass but has the impact
resistant of polycarbonate. This rivals a popular Hawaiian brand
which we also carry but can't sell online. Kaenon also has lighter
polarized lenses good for shallow water fishing or fishing in lower
light conditions. Bolle, and Rudy Project,
Peppers, and
Anarchy make polarized styles with polycarbonate lenses and the
above mentioned lens colors and all have prescription availability (look for styles marked with an *).
Rec-Specs also has a fishing line available
with prescription lenses. Julbo also makes
frames with polarized and photochromic lenses for varying light
conditions.
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Look For
-Polycarbonate
lenses
-Durable Frame Design
-100% UVA/UVB protection
-Lens Color
-Sports Band
-Prescription Capability
Recommended Styles
-Anarchy
-Bolle
-Columbia Sportswear
-Julbo
-Legend
-Native
-Peppers
-Rudy Project
-Smith
-Vuarnet
Prescription Information
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are available with a
prescription lens. 
