Tournament grade sunglasses...

[bshaner]

Looking for brand/type suggestions for a good pair of glasses on the water.  What do you prefer and why?

Brian

[Hooksetter]

Check out the thread on sunglasses on page three of Bass Fishing Products. There is alot of good info there.

[bshaner]

I read that thread.  I was just trying to solicit more information.  It's been about 4 months since that thread, didnt know if maybe there was anything new or updated info.  Maybe I should have just revived that thread.

Brian

[CuradoKev]

FWIW..

I've had Ocean Waves in Chicago frame with Green Mirror lenes for 5 years and love them. Plus, if you sit on your glasses they will fix them forr a nominal fee. Also new lenses are $45.00 if you need them . Now these are glass lenses but are not heavy to me. Most of my friends have Ocean Waves or Solarbat in Mossback Green. I may switch to Polycarb in Solarbats Mossback Green , just for a change.

I've heard so many good things about Solarbat and having a real light pair would be nice.

Good luck, Ckev

[smbassman]

Any one of the bigger names (with better warranties) will work.  The hard part is getting to try the different tints in actual fishing conditions - everyones eyes are different.  But for the frames, just try on a bunch and look for good eye coverage and minimal gap around the frames for light to sneak in.  I have Costa's (fathoms) and they are very comfortable and light weight.  You can usually tell the quality of the frames and hinges, just by handling them.

[Revtro]

I have a pair of smoke glass lens Maui Jim's that are practically brand new that I'll let ya have for $50.  I think I paid around $139 for them.  They come with a hard case.  They're great glasses, but I'm partial to the Costa's and am gonna get another pair in smoke/glass Fathom's. 

[HellaBass]

I am a big fan of Costa Del Mar - Wave Killers.? They fit my face well, that is one of the most important aspects

Rich
www.RichLindgren.com

[chase5004]

This past winter I was in the same situation. I spent a lot of time trying on and looking, both in store and on line. I ended up going with the Oakley Half Jackets, however it took me awhile to find a pair that fit my head the right way. I have noticed the clearity on the high end glasses is great compared to the lower end, and if you take care of them they will last a long time. I can also wear them all day without any issues.  I have the amber lenses and I have no complaints.

The other nice thing about the Half Jackets is I can change the lenses without any problem. I ended up spending around $175 ? Looking back at it I am very happy with the purchase. (With what I have spent over the years on cheap glasses I could have bought a couple pair, it's not that bad when you look at it that way.)

Pat