Sun Glasses

Sunglasses are an important part when you are outside “Out of home”. Whether you are out hitting a trail running, hitting snow during winter, or just relaxing out there in the sun.

 

Two important things to look on a sunglass.

 

1)Frame

 

You want a very good thermoplastic frame, which can take high impact collisions, handle temperature extremes, scratch resistant. And while doing all this, it should be lightweight too. Also, it should fit snugly. The other important part of frame is the ‘hinges’, most sunglasses fail there, it should be very durable. Then there are fancy stuff like, gap next to the eye brow, even though its fancy, its highly effective, during high humid sweat inducing workouts. Other stuff is the nose pad. While I don’t have much trouble regarding that, few people consider it very important. The fitting next to the ear should also be considered.

 

Never buy frames online, as you need to try it on before deciding, Hit a store and buy, If you are really ‘cheap’, check the model and buy it online. (its not worth it!)

 

2) Lenses.

 

Make sure you have a frame which allows interchangeable lenses. So you can just have a frame you love and go for different lenses. I own two different lenses, One which is polarized. Polarized lenses may be costly, but its worthy. It cuts glare and is good on eyes. The picture clarity is definitely better than ‘naked eye’. Then comes, a lens for low-light or no-light conditions, this lens won’t be polarized and is not required. Sometimes I feel it shows the world in a brighter way than naked eye. It is ideal for running in rugged conditions, where you want to see a sharp rock on your path.

Also the lenses can be lightweight, scratch proof and all. If you are too jumpy, you may need a sports band. do I need to tell you that.. !

 

 

I own a Native Hardtop XP with two mentioned lenses and I love it. I use it for virtually everything. Mostly the polarized one, unless I am out running in very cloudy conditions. It is very rugged and is long lasting.

 

 

 

 

What do you wear and what do you feel about it ? Comment below.!

 

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