Polarized Sunglasses have become a common sight in most sports activities. Good quality polarized lenses enhance vision for most athletes, enabling

them to compete at the top of their game.  For example, if you're watching

a baseball game, you'll see most of the players are wearing polarized sunglasses. The polarization in the lenses helps eliminate the horizontal

glare that is reflecting off the grassy field. Polarized lenses are even more beneficial if the outfield grass is wet from a recent rainfall. Sunlight will reflect off of wet surfaces, which could ultimately cause some very intense glare.

Sunglasses with Polarized Lenses can also be seen being worn by cyclists. Sunlight reflecting off flat road surfaces can be very blinding, which at

times can be dangerous. If a cyclist is traveling at high speeds, the glare from the flat road can hide certain dips or bumps in the road, which could ultimately cause an accident.

Polarized sunglasses, when filtering out glare, can also help the reduction

of stress, fatigue and headaches, all of which can be caused by glare. Not having the proper sunglass lenses, can make the user have to squint all

day, which is very stressful and can restrict vision.  Over time, squinting

all day in the sun can also cause wrinkling of the skin, around the corners

of your eyes, which can lead to the condition known as Crow's Feet.

Fishing is one sport where polarized sunglasses are almost always seen.  Water is a flat surface, where sunlight is constantly reflecting, which can cause a blinding effect to the fisherman. Moving water, such as ocean fishing, or lake fishing where there is a lot of boat traffic, causes even more intense glare, because the sunlight is constantly bouncing and reflecting off the waves.  A good pair of sunglasses that are polarized is one of the most important tools to a fishermen.  Since the lenses filter out the glare, they literally can enable the user to see underwater, whereas if he didn't have them he wouldn't have that advantage.

Polarized Sunglasses are often used in the sport of skiing, whether it is snow skiing or water skiing. The polarization can help the snow skier see the different moguls and dips on the slopes, where as regular tinted lenses would not give them that ability. Water skiers can benefit from the polarized lenses, as they will help them see the different wave patterns more clearly.

These are just a few of the sporting activities where polarization is used. Auto racing, beach volley ball, jogging, hiking, boating, kayaking, and even hunting are also sports where you are likely to see sunglasses that have the proper type of  lenses.

 When dealing with protecting your eyes, the best rule to keep in mind  is to use common sense. If there is a chance of getting hit in the face when participating in sports, you may also want to consider shatter proof lenses or safety glasses. UV Protection, comfort, peripheral vision and cost are other factors to consider when choosing  your polarized sunglasses.

Why FishGillz Sunglasses are the Perfect Choice

Polarized Sunglasses Features and Benefits - Why Choose FishGillz

Ultra-Light Frames - FishGillz Polarized Fishing Sunglasses only weigh 1/2 of an ounce and are incredibly comfortable
Polarized Lenses -  All FishGillz Floating Sunglasses have high quality polarized lenses that are made by the 3M Corporation
100% Peripheral Vision - FishGillz Polarized Sunglasses have a wrap around sports frame providing 100% Peripheral vision

UV Protection - All FishGillz Fishing Sunglasses have 100% UVA/UVB protection from Ultra-Violet Rays
Durable Frames - FishGillz Sports Sunglasses are made of a very rugged yet flexible polymer blend.
UV Coated Frame Finish - FishGillz Polarized Sunglasses have a UV Resistant barrier on their frames, protecting the finish from the damaging effects of the sun.
Gator Grip Temple Locks - FishGillz Fishing Sunglasses have rubber tip temple locks to ensure a snug, comfortable fit.
Affordable Price - FishGillz Sports Sunglasses are 1/2 to 1/3 the price of most designer brand sunglasses