Sunglasses on the water?

joekite · Since 21 Jul 2016 29 Posts Portland, OR

Just wanted to pass this on to someone who might be on the fence

I asked a guy on the beach about his glasses and if it was annoying that they are constantly getting splashed leaving spots of water, he said if you don't wear them you can get scar tissue on your eyeballs and then you will be seeing spots forever, that was what really convinced me

I got a $10 pair of sunglasses at Safeway and a $10 glasses leash online and its been really great, no issues in some pretty good crashes

Anyone who has glasses/leash setup they recommend please post

Wind Slither · Since 04 Mar 2005 2660 Posts The 503 METAL

I don't wear sunglasses in the water anymore but I probably should. I would say if you're going to bother, get a good polarized pair with 100% UV protection.

The key to them not getting fogged up or covered in spots after getting wet is to pre-treat them with the special goop that you apply, let dry, and then polish off and do that several times. It's a hassle but it will keep them clear while you're out on the water instead of obstructing your vision. Thumb's Up

Singlemalt · Since 21 Jun 2015 497 Posts White Salmon Obsessed

I’ve sacrificed countless pairs of prescription shades to the river gods. You’ll want not just a retainer, but a bright colored, floating retainer or band. Chums makes em. Even if they float, you might not ever see them again. (Nearsighted, and waves)

Since I need prescription glasses, and wearing contacts in the river is kind of gross, I used my union safety glasses benefits to buy Wiley X frames, with safety lenses. They are both UV and polarized. If you are foiling, eye protection is a good idea.

With a strap, plus a helmet, I haven’t lost a pair in a while.

The water droplets are no big deal, fogging on cold days can be a hassle. Cataract surgery is no fun, and poking your eye out with a hydro foil just isn’t that great of a sea tale. But you do get a pirate eye patch. Arrrgh.