Sunglasses Review

New polarized WX saint

Superior Vision Meets proven protection

The new polarized WX Saint from eyewear innovator Wiley X, Inc. delivers superior glare-cutting performance and protection that stands up to an array of dangers found on the water and in the great outdoors. At the heart of the new Polarized WX Saint is Wiley X’s shatterproof, smoke green-tinted lenses featuring advanced Filter 8™ polarizing technology for advanced glare-cutting performance as well as allowing anglers to “read” the water and make out things like drop-offs, grass beds, rocks and structure under a wide variety of light conditions.

These glasses meet stringent ANSI Z87.1 High Velocity and High Mass Impact Safety standards, providing fishermen, boaters and outdoorsmen with occupational grade eye protection. Wiley X is the only premium sunglass brand with this level of protection on every pair of glasses it makes. The new WX Saint goes even further, meeting the updated MIL-PRF-32432 (GL) MCEP Standard (superseding the GL-PD 10-12 MCEP Standard) for military protective eyewear. For more information contact www.wileyx.com.

costa’s new sunglasses

perfectly blend performance, style

Just in time for the official start of summer, Costa introduces two new sunglass styles for women, Inlet and Miss Britt. More than just a pretty pair of shades, these sunglasses are a perfect blend of world-class performance technology and on trend styling.

Inlet features a medium fit with a deep square shape, accentuating the decorative stainless steel Costa logo plaque on the temples. It comes with the performance technology Costa’s known for, including flexible spring hinges, nearly indestructible co-injected molded nylon frames and no-slip nose pads for a “forget-they’re-on” fit. Inlet is available in tortoise, shiny black and the new pink coral and pomegranate fade frame colors, and starts in retail price at $169.

Miss Britt offers a large square eye frame shape in a medium fit. It offers much of the same performance technology as Inlet, but features integral nylon hinges for an even more durable fit. Miss Britt, named after legendary offshore captain Ray Rosher’s boat, is available in bright new frame colors for 2013, including ocean (light blue) and coral, as well as tortoise and squall (dark gray). Its retail price starts at $129.

Both styles are available in Costa’s patented 580™ lens technology. The lenses block yellow light – the harshest light – from entering the eye, allowing it to truly relax. The result is razor sharp color enhancement and unparalleled polarization.

For more information, contact 1-800-447-3700 or visit the company’s web site at www.costadelmar.com.

flying fisherman® azore sunglasses now with mirrored lenses

Along with looking sleek and stylish, the Flying Fisherman® Azore sunglass is made for performance, both on and off the water. Comfort and strength abound for this perfect polarized sunglass from the Master Angler Eyewear Series. TR90 Grilamid frames are lightweight and comfortable, with the durability that anglers demand. Functionality includes flawless, ground and polished polarized glass lenses, an anti-reflective inside coating to reduce back-glare, a outside multi-layered mirror coating for added glare reduction, and 100% protection from damaging UV rays.
Originally added to the collection in only non-mirrored lens options, blue and green mirror options will be available in the fall of 2013. Flying Fisherman®’s AcuTint™ Lens Color System enhances color contrast, without distorting natural colors, resulting in sharper visual clarity — making it easier to spot fish and structure beneath the water’s surface…where the fish live! The new frame/lens options are available in Shiny Black frames with Smoke-Blue Mirror lenses, or Amber-Green Mirror, at $149.95 MSRP. They’re also available in Shiny Tortoise frames with Smoke or Amber lenses at $139.95 MSRP. All come with a hard shell, zipper case and lens cleaning cloth.

For more information on the full line of Flying Fisherman® products, along with testimonials, and a dealer locater, visit www.flyingfisherman.com.

Kaenon Sunglasses

sunglasses now with mirrored lenses

Kaenon was founded by two brothers who were unsatisfied with the sunglasses available on the market. Determined to create something better, they developed the proprietary SR-91® lens — the world’s first non-compromising polarized lens. Wrapped in unique, California-designed frame styles built for comfort and performance, along with distinct colorways and hand-painted treatments unique to Italian craftsmen, Kaenon sunglasses became more than a reality, they raised the standard in performance eyewear.

Bridging the past with the future, Clarke™ brings a fresh wave of style and street cred to the Kaenon line up, for both men and women. This retro-inspired piece puts simplicity on a pedestal with its less-wrapped 6-base frame. But that’s not the only thing you’ll love about it – broad spectrum UV protection, impact-protection and unmatched clarity are provided by the most-advanced SR-91™ lens, in both polarized and non-polarized options, guaranteeing the sharpest vision under the sun. Variflex™ nose pads offer additional comfort making Clarke equally at home on the street, water, golf course, or wherever your pursuits may lead. Clarke starts at $149 and is prescription adaptable. Clarke is available in Green Tortoise w/ Grey Lens, Tortoise w/ Brown Lens and Black w/ Grey Lens. Available at Kaenon.com and through Kaenon’s Authorized Retail Network.

maui jim’s third bay

polarized sunglasses

Maui Jim’s newest premium polarized sunglasses for water sports are named after the largest and most powerful of three surf breaks at Pohoiki Beach on Hawaii’s Big Island: Third Bay (Style #268, $229 US MSRP). Part of the company’s ON THE WATER Collection of sunglasses and designed with special features for anglers and boaters, this style shields your eyes from the sun’s rays with bigger lenses; wide temples; a snug fit; anti-corrosive, spring hinge hardware; oleophobic lens coatings to repel water and grease; and scratch-resistant properties.

Unique to all Maui Jim sunglasses is PolarizedPlus2® lens technology that protects eyes on both sides of each lens. This technology reduces 99.9 percent of harmful glare from any flat, smooth, or shiny surface, which makes it possible to see below the surface of water, an invaluable feature for boaters and fishermen. Additionally, Maui Jim sunglasses cut 100 percent of UVA and UVB rays while enhancing color. Each style in the On the Water Collection has unique, bi-gradient mirror technology that adds protection from light through the top and bottom of each lens – basically, Maui Jim sunglasses squint for you to reduce eye fatigue.

Third Bay has SuperThin (ST) Glass lenses that come in two colors: Neutral Grey and HCL® Bronze. High-grade, injection-molded frames come in Black Gold or Matte Tortoise and feature an eye size of 65 mm; bridge size of 19 mm; and temple length of 135 mm, as well as an 8-base curvature. Third Bay is available with MauiPassport™ prescription lenses. Visit MauiJim.com for more information.

Native eyewear

moving for fully functional, highest quality lenses with style
Featured here are the Haskill and the Highline – these are great products that hit on what Native is moving toward – fully functional, highest quality lenses with some style! On the Sell Sheet, the Unit Price is wholesale, FYI, so on anything, go with MSRP. If you want any other images, let me know and I’ll get you set up.
Highline: MSRP $109-129 (with Reflex lens)
Uniting throwback styling with the innovative N3® lens, Native presents the Highline, where expression and technology live.
Haskill: MSRP – $159-179 (with Reflex lens)
Classic aviator style and exceptional technologically advanced N3® lenses. In the cockpit for speedy singletrack? On the glacier for the summit? You got your wingman. Don’t loose that lovin’ feeling with the Native Haskill.
For more information visit www.nativeyewear.com.

New Frontman

part of Smith’s Evolve Collection

The new Frontman utilizes a wrap style and thick temples to protect the eyes from side sun glare. With crisp and fresh surfacing details, the Frontman is part of Smith’s Evolve Collection with the frames comprised of a 53% bio based material derived from non-GMO castor plants for lightweight, yet durable frames. The Carbonic TLT Lenses are available in both polarized and non-polarized versions. The addition of Megol on the temple tips and nose pad gently adheres to the skin when reacting with perspiration or moisture to reduce the risk of your glasses slipping off your face. MSRP $80 non polarized lens, $119 polarized lens. For more information on the new Frontman go to www.smithoptics.com

Columbia’s Yellow Tail and Lobos Polarized Sunglasses

PFG Yellow Polarized

Details: Proprietary Ziess-PFG Polarized-Pro Lens technology: superior clarity, zero glare, with Pro-Shield treatment for easy care. “Notched” heritage lens shape. H90-Gripol Co-injected frame construction; durable, yet lightweight framework with open-temple design offers all-day comfort and easy air circulation. Semi Rimless framework with 8-Base curvature provides ample coverage and unobstructed downward vision. Adjustable Gripol nosepads and temple tips grip securely, becoming “tacky” when in contact with moisture and wind for extra grip during activities. Medium to large fit. Heavy duty stainless steel spring hinge. Suggested retail: $239.00 – $259.00
PFG Lobos Polarized

Details: Proprietary Ziess-PFG Polarized-Pro Lens technology: superior clarity, zero glare, with Pro-Shield treatment for easy care. Full-frame, wide temple with 8-Base curvature, wraps for superior coverage and total light blockage. H90 frame construction, durable, ultralite framework is generously sized for superior fit and all day comfort. Bi-injected Gripol nosepads and temple tips grip securely and become “tacky” when in contact with moisture, providing extra grip during all activity. Large fit. Heavy duty stainless steel spring hinge. Suggested retail: $199.95. For more information go to www.columbia.com.

oakley look

engineered for lifestyles that refuse to stand still

Oakley Bottle Rocket™ makes performance soar with semi-rimless architecture and a wide open view of possibility. The lightweight yet durable O Matter® frame offers all-day comfort with Unobtainium® earsocks, a material that actually increase grip when you sweat. This classic Oakley look is engineered for lifestyles that refuse to stand still.
Oakley HD Polarized lenses come standard with Bottle Rocket, and there’s nothing standard about their performance. They don’t have the haze and optical distortion common to ordinary polarized lenses, and with the patented innovations of High Definition Optics® (HDO®), you get unrivaled visual clarity and protection. This particular style features The Deep Blue Polarized lenses help you see more in that they reduce eye fatigue caused by the blinding glare and harsh blue light of open water. The lens tint also filters and balances light to help you spot the trophy, work your lure to it, and track its fight to keep it.

For more information visit www.oakley.com.

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