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Best Sunglasses in 2020 for the Outdoorsmen

Best Sunglasses in 2020 for the Outdoorsmen

by Shannen Knight in Sporteyes Blog Posts

Whether you are looking for a holiday gift, a birthday present, or preparing for a vacation, sunglasses are always a great idea for any man. They are thoughtful, help to protect the eyes from the sun and the elements, and have so many variety to choose from depending on what activity they will be used for. Whether he's into golf, climbing mountains, or something in between, we've got you covered.

Here's a list of our top picks for Sunglasses for Men (no matter what his activity is)

Julbo Sherpa for Mountaineering

Mountaineering sunglasses for men

Got a mountaineering guy in your life? These round, traditional mountaineering glasses feature leather side shields and full wrap temples to keep them in place in the most precarious situations. They easily fit under a helmet or hat. Since they let in only 13% of visible light, they are perfect for use in full sun while hiking or climbing, even at high altitudes.


Tifosi Veloce for Biking, Running, or Golfing

Sunglasses for men - Tifosi Veloce

The Veloce sunglasses from Tifosi are one of the most versatile sunglasses out there. They offer multiple lens colors that can be swapped out depending on your activity and the lighting conditions. No need to carry multiple glasses around. Want to improve your golf or tennis game? Choose the green lens for increased contrast. Biking home from work in the evening? Go for the clear lens. Running on a bright sunny day? Smoke, Blue, Red, or Modulator lenses are perfect. Having a hard time reading the menu at your après-ride restaurant? Veloce sunglasses are also available with Readers. Be sure to check what lenses are included when purchasing your frame - some have one set of lenses, while others come in sets of three.

Gargoyle Classic for Military or Hunting/Shooting

Best sunglasses for men. Gargoyle Classic worn by The Terminator

Arnold Schwarzenegger wore Gargoyle Classic sunglasses as The Terminator in the movies, and it's no wonder why. Amazingly sturdy, these sunglasses exceed all ISO and ANSI (work safety) test standards and exceed MIL-STD 622 (Military) ballistic tests. If they're good enough for Arnold (and the military and your workplace), they're good enough for anyone!


Panoptx Diablo for Motorcycle Riding

sunglasses for men. Motorcycle sunglasses. Diablo by Panoptx 7eye

Whether your motorcycle is a way of life or a casual pastime, you need to protect your eyes from wind, rain, or snow. These flexible, full wrap sunglasses have a sturdy foam around each eyecup to keep out the elements. The lens options include clear, tinted, photochromic (get lighter or darker depending on the light), and copper (provides more contrast while driving/riding). A really nice feature on the Diablo is that the temples can be adjusted to be longer or shorter, ensuring a perfect fit under a helmet. Need a prescription lens? No problem - all the lenses can be ordered with your exact prescription.

Bolle Anaconda for Boating or Fishing

Bolle Anaconda sunglasses for fishing and boating

When fishing or boating in sunny conditions, a good pair of polarized sunglasses is a must. The Anaconda by Bolle is an excellent choice due to its high-quality polarized lenses, stylish frame, and very reasonable price tag. The lenses are coated with an Anti-fog treatment and Hydrophobic & Oleophobic treatments to repel water and oils.

Vuarnet 003: The Dude for Anything!

Vuarnet 003 - The Dude - Best sunglasses for men

OK, so maybe this isn't for a specific activity, but Vuarnet is classic, high-end, and always spot on. And you can't get more classic than the ‘003’ style. It was created in the 60’s, and entered into legend with the film The Big Lebowskiwhere they were worn by Jeff Bridges, AKA “The Dude”. You can’t get much cooler than that.


Non-Prescription Sports Goggles for Court Sports (racquetball/squash, tennis, basketball, and more)

non prescription sports goggles for men

Got someone in your life who just can't get enough of racquetball, tennis, baseball, or other fast-moving sports? These inexpensive, non-prescription goggles are safety-rated to provide protection and full peripheral vision to help improve your game!

Hilco Pro Sport goggles for racquet sports

Pro Sport goggles by Hilco for racquetball, tennis, basketball, and more

These are non-prescription only and designed for all racquet sports. The Pro Sport by Hilco comes in clear lenses, clear with a slight mirror finish to cut down on the glare from overhead lights, or tinted for outside use.

Hilco Court Sight goggles for racquet sports

Court Sight sports goggles from Hilco for racquetball, tennis, basketball, and more

Another non-prescription sports goggle from Hilco, the Court Sight has great peripheral vision and is available in clear, clear with a light mirror coating, and yellow for higher contrast.

If you need advice on the best sunglasses for a particular sport or activity, give us a call, and we can help point you in the right direction. A Sight for Sport Eyes has thousands of sunglasses and sports goggles for any of life's adventures. And if you still really can't decide for that special someone, a Gift Certificate lets them pick out their own style. Available in any amount at sporteyes.com

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