Sunglasses

BillyTine · 02-22-2006, 02:51 PM

I know just about everyone on here fishes for swords at night but when going after fish inshore and offshore during the daytime what's the best sunglasses to wear? I just broke my good pair and need a little insight on what you guys think (Costa Del Mar, Maui Jim, Ray Ban, etc.)

-billyTine

njoimia · 02-22-2006, 02:55 PM

I like sunglasses...... i have Spy's, but thats me... all you need is for them to be polarized.......

quack quack · 02-22-2006, 03:04 PM

any cheap polarized I can find that fit well. I brake and loose to many to spend big $ on them.

ketepica · 02-22-2006, 03:04 PM

yeap, any polarized will do... brand is just how much you are willing to spend, and style preference

Capt Ted · 02-22-2006, 03:16 PM

I have ocean waves.. i actually prefer cheap polarized glasses since I am so careless with them, but Ive had my ocean waves now for about 3 years.. minor scratches but they do the job great.

BillyTine · 02-22-2006, 04:10 PM

thanks you guys, i was looking at some costa del mar's that fathom 400 series a bit pricey but damn they look like they might be worth it probably will end up getting a pair of cheap polarized glasses though still gotta do some poking around

Disco Lady · 02-22-2006, 04:24 PM

Check clear sight opticals Fortlauderdal :

bakerboy · 02-22-2006, 05:55 PM

I am a Costa fan, Maui's are great also :twisted:

swordfish123 · 02-22-2006, 07:05 PM

Costa Del Mar...worth every penny. I am on my 3rd pair of triple tails. I lost one and didnt have to think twice about buying a 2nd. I have broke numerous lenses (once on the way to bahamas, hence the 3rd pair) and Costa has replaced them at a very reasonable price and time.

I highly recommend getting Glass lenses, they are clearer and will not scratch. I like the Amber color, or if you spend a little more the Blue Mirror are awesome. And now they have a 580 type that is supposed to be unreal.

I can see sooo much in the water that i never could w/ cheaper brands.

Flatsfish B · 02-22-2006, 07:30 PM

I can honestly say i was in the same boat the "i break my glasses and cheap ones work fine" boat. My girlfriend bought me Costa's (Swordfish model with the 400 lens

) I have now had them since November and will never go back. The quality of the lens is much better. A glass lens is stronger and much cleaner/clear then cheap polarized lenses. I can honestly say my eyes feel much better wearing them as far as light giving me a headache or making it harder to see once you step right into a darker place. When you have better glasses you tend to take care of them a lot more. Also with the cheapies i would only make sure i had them while going on the boat, with the costas i like them so much i make sure i have them every time i leave the house! Good luck! i also know Costas have great customer satisfaction and will fix pretty much anything for you!

wahoo51 · 02-23-2006, 02:38 AM

I personally believe that your eyes are too valuable to wear cheap sunglasses.
Costas are a great value.
If you want a bargain you can buy them at El Capitan for $99.
Costas are very sturdy and will last a very long time if cared for.
I left my glasses behind once and bought some cheepies at a pharmacy in the keys. Honestly i could not wear them the distortion was so bad.
I find a good pair of polarized glasses are essential on the water.

There are certain things in life that are worth the extra change: Good food, Good glasses, good shoes, Bad girls, and my personal favorite good tackle. Or is my favorite Bad girls?

njoimia · 02-23-2006, 03:03 AM

amen brother....gotta wear some good ones...

jerry · 02-23-2006, 08:56 AM

ocean waves are awesome. Costas for prescriptions set up at clear sight in Ft laud.

no fish too fresh · 02-23-2006, 05:15 PM

Why is it, when you buy expensive glasses, you break them or loose them over the side of the boat right away, butt when you buy cheap glasses, they last forever.....?

Ozzy · 02-24-2006, 06:55 PM

Costas, find the frame you like and look on ebay

AMCHEVY · 02-25-2006, 01:43 PM

I usually would tell you to purchase a cheap polorized pair from any tackle or sports shop, but i just broke down and grabbed a pair of Bolle polorized glasses. They fit and feel great even when wearing a hat. No irritation where they rest on your ear. You cant hardly feel them on. Also hug nicely to your head even when looking down or bending over. Im impressed with them. Now if i can only not sit on them or something like that that would be great !!
I paid $120.00 at dicks sporting goods. On line may be less.
my 2cents

Deep_Sea_Gull · 02-26-2006, 11:25 AM

Costas. Blue mirror for offshore. Glass lenses. Pick the frame style you like.

I used to wear the cheapies too.

fishango · 02-27-2006, 06:21 AM

For me I'm a Maui fan. Been one for over 15 years and wouldn't use anything but Maui's.
Yes they are pricey but you get almost free replacements. When mine get scratchy or broken all to hell. I send them back to Maui ( actually they are in Illinois) for $60.00 they send me brand new ones, new case too !
I already have sun damaged eyes ( I think its called tridgidom) My Doc says its from when I was a kid. I don't want any more damage and the Maui's do help. They are polarized 3 times. So if you ask me they are 3 times better than the cheapos

Tight lines
DB

02-22-2006, 02:51 PM	#1 (permalink)
BillyTine Lines In Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Charleston WV Boat: sailing and saltwater fishing Occupation: lifeguard Posts: 37	Sunglasses I know just about everyone on here fishes for swords at night but when going after fish inshore and offshore during the daytime what's the best sunglasses to wear? I just broke my good pair and need a little insight on what you guys think (Costa Del Mar, Maui Jim, Ray Ban, etc.) -billyTine

02-22-2006, 03:04 PM	#3 (permalink)
quack quack Old Salt Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: lake worth Best Catch: 25lb codfish 5 yrs old first hanger Posts: 4,984	any cheap polarized I can find that fit well. I brake and loose to many to spend big $ on them. __________________ Either we can be a part of the solution or we can be the victims of a decision.

02-22-2006, 07:30 PM	#10 (permalink)
Flatsfish B Hooked Up Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Boca Boat: 2300 Keywest Best Catch: 77'' pumpkin Occupation: Sales supervisor Posts: 682	I can honestly say i was in the same boat the "i break my glasses and cheap ones work fine" boat. My girlfriend bought me Costa's (Swordfish model with the 400 lens ) I have now had them since November and will never go back. The quality of the lens is much better. A glass lens is stronger and much cleaner/clear then cheap polarized lenses. I can honestly say my eyes feel much better wearing them as far as light giving me a headache or making it harder to see once you step right into a darker place. When you have better glasses you tend to take care of them a lot more. Also with the cheapies i would only make sure i had them while going on the boat, with the costas i like them so much i make sure i have them every time i leave the house! Good luck! i also know Costas have great customer satisfaction and will fix pretty much anything for you! __________________

02-23-2006, 05:15 PM	#14 (permalink)
no fish too fresh Lines In Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: ft. lauderdale Occupation: real estate Posts: 67	sunglasses Why is it, when you buy expensive glasses, you break them or loose them over the side of the boat right away, butt when you buy cheap glasses, they last forever.....?

02-25-2006, 01:43 PM	#16 (permalink)
AMCHEVY Grunt Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: RHODE ISLAND Boat: FISHING ,BOATING, OUDOORS Occupation: MANAGER Posts: 3	I usually would tell you to purchase a cheap polorized pair from any tackle or sports shop, but i just broke down and grabbed a pair of Bolle polorized glasses. They fit and feel great even when wearing a hat. No irritation where they rest on your ear. You cant hardly feel them on. Also hug nicely to your head even when looking down or bending over. Im impressed with them. Now if i can only not sit on them or something like that that would be great !! I paid $120.00 at dicks sporting goods. On line may be less. my 2cents __________________ REEL DEAL 23' POLAR W/A SUZUKI DF250 WARWICK RI

02-22-2006, 02:55 PM	#2 (permalink)
njoimia Lines In Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Miami Beach Boat: 56' Best Catch: all of them. Occupation: fishing Posts: 98	I like sunglasses...... i have Spy's, but thats me... all you need is for them to be polarized.......

02-22-2006, 03:04 PM	#4 (permalink)
ketepica Grunt Join Date: Feb 2006 Boat: fishing, golf, dance, football Occupation: IT Posts: 16	yeap, any polarized will do... brand is just how much you are willing to spend, and style preference

02-22-2006, 03:16 PM	#5 (permalink)
Capt Ted Hooked Up Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 186	I have ocean waves.. i actually prefer cheap polarized glasses since I am so careless with them, but Ive had my ocean waves now for about 3 years.. minor scratches but they do the job great.

02-22-2006, 04:10 PM	#6 (permalink)
BillyTine Lines In Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Charleston WV Boat: sailing and saltwater fishing Occupation: lifeguard Posts: 37	thanks you guys, i was looking at some costa del mar's that fathom 400 series a bit pricey but damn they look like they might be worth it probably will end up getting a pair of cheap polarized glasses though still gotta do some poking around

02-22-2006, 04:24 PM	#7 (permalink)
Disco Lady Grander Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 3,438	Check clear sight opticals Fortlauderdal :

02-22-2006, 05:55 PM	#8 (permalink)
bakerboy Grunt Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 25	I am a Costa fan, Maui's are great also :twisted:

02-22-2006, 07:05 PM	#9 (permalink)
swordfish123 Hooked Up Join Date: May 2004 Location: Oxford, Mississippi Boat: Whatever Hatteras lets me fish on Best Catch: ~250lb Blue Marlin- Marsh Harbour Occupation: Gulf Coast Hatteras Intern Posts: 318	Costa Del Mar...worth every penny. I am on my 3rd pair of triple tails. I lost one and didnt have to think twice about buying a 2nd. I have broke numerous lenses (once on the way to bahamas, hence the 3rd pair) and Costa has replaced them at a very reasonable price and time. I highly recommend getting Glass lenses, they are clearer and will not scratch. I like the Amber color, or if you spend a little more the Blue Mirror are awesome. And now they have a 580 type that is supposed to be unreal. I can see sooo much in the water that i never could w/ cheaper brands.

02-23-2006, 02:38 AM	#11 (permalink)
wahoo51 Grunt Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Miami Boat: General Fishing Occupation: Financial Advisor Posts: 19	I personally believe that your eyes are too valuable to wear cheap sunglasses. Costas are a great value. If you want a bargain you can buy them at El Capitan for $99. Costas are very sturdy and will last a very long time if cared for. I left my glasses behind once and bought some cheepies at a pharmacy in the keys. Honestly i could not wear them the distortion was so bad. I find a good pair of polarized glasses are essential on the water. There are certain things in life that are worth the extra change: Good food, Good glasses, good shoes, Bad girls, and my personal favorite good tackle. Or is my favorite Bad girls?

02-23-2006, 03:03 AM	#12 (permalink)
njoimia Lines In Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Miami Beach Boat: 56' Best Catch: all of them. Occupation: fishing Posts: 98	amen brother....gotta wear some good ones...

02-23-2006, 08:56 AM	#13 (permalink)
jerry Hooked Up Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Jamaica Boat: 35ft Contender Best Catch: they are all good Occupation: Operations Manager Posts: 359	ocean waves are awesome. Costas for prescriptions set up at clear sight in Ft laud.

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