Choosing Non-Prescription Sunglasses — Page 6: Choose the best sport specific sunglasses

Specific frame and lens combinations work best for specific sports. Here is a list of common sports and our recommendations for the best sunglasses for each. No matter the use or color of your lenses look for Polycarbonate lens materials. Here are some examples of activities and frame/lenses suggestions:

• Golf Sunglasses - Specific sunglasses/lenses for golf are very popular with golfers today. Oakley, Bolle and Serengeti make high contrast warm lenses that is ideal for golf.
• Tennis Sunglasses - Tennis sun glasses like the Bolle Competivision lens works to mute the entire spectrum except the optic yellow range and allow the eyes to pick up the yellow tennis ball quickly.
• Volleyball Sunglasses and Softball Sunglasses - Nylon frame material and high contrast lenses for cloudy days and brown lenses with mirror coating for sunny days work best for Volleyball and Softball players. For indoor use clear and yellow lenses are perfect.
• Cycling Sunglasses/Biking Sunglasses - Most cycling sunglasses and biker sunglasses lenses are high contrasting and allow more light transmission while blocking glare. Low light conditions, rainy and cloudy days, glaring sunny days, and night riding need interchangeable lenses to work in all of the different light conditions. Rose is a great tint for this activity.
• Fishing Sunglasses/Boating Sunglasses/Sunglasses for Sailing/Marine Sunglasses - Polarized lenses work best around water for all boating, fishing and sunning activities. Having mirror coating is an added bonus. Water glare is harsh.
• Military Sunglasses/Police Sunglasses - require frame and lens combinations that offer polarized lenses and complete coverage of the eyes for optimal performance on the job. Mirrored lenses work well if you are in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
• Shooting Glasses - Shooting lenses are generally high contrast to allow as much light transmission while blocking all glare. Traditional shooting lenses are Lemon, Copper or Citrus. Frame styles that offer complete coverage work best as well.
• Motorcycle Sunglasses - Motorcycle riders need complete coverage and Polycarbonate lenses for safe riding. Polarized lenses work well and if riding for extended periods of time in direct sun, Mirrored lenses are suggested as well as Transition lenses for night and day riding. A snug and comfortable fit in addition to gaskets can be critical to keep the wind and dirt out of the eyes.
• Driving Sunglasses - Optimizing the open road experience with a quality pair of shades is pure Americana. Look for polarized lenses and good coverage to block glare. Early morning and late afternoon driving into the sun require a good pair of driving sunglasses for safe driving. If you don't like polarized lenses Gradient sunglasses fight intense light above, while providing a clear view below.
• Running Sunglasses - lightweight frame and high contrast lenses are great when running or jogging. Such features of running sunglasses and non-slip nose pads and temple tips create a comfortable fit on the face. Oakley Sunglasses offer this amazing frame technology. Look for light tints like Lemon or Citrus for running in cloudy or rainy conditions and green, brown or grey lens for more sunny days.