Understanding How Polarized Fishing Sunglasses Work

By Essie Osborn


Understanding how polarized fishing sunglasses work is far from simple. If you have a basic understanding of physics, you may already know how light works and why these specialized lenses are helpful under certain conditions. Polarizing lenses are not merely darkened; they filter out reflected light off water and other surfaces. You may just want to take this technology on faith. However, advertisements are not always your best source of information.

However, a basic understanding can help you select the right protective lenses for your purpose. Although many advertisements claim that fisherman lenses are also good for skiing and other snow sports, as well as for cycling, driving, and golfing, this may not be true. The old adage: 'buyer beware' holds true in this case.

There are some sites online that detail the way polarizing lenses work, as well as why they help minimize certain types of glare and when they are helpful. Apparently light is usually 'scattered', so it comes at your eyes from many directions at once. However, when it is reflected, it travels in a much more direct and intense path to your eyes. This intensity is called glare, and it can be both uncomfortable and harmful.

The time of day affects how glare-filtering lenses work, according to experts. Fishing sunglasses work best when the sun is neither too high nor too low. Wearers learn how to hold their heads and direct their glances for best effect, as well. When looking into the water, the angle is important for best sightings of the bottom of the lake, river, or ocean, as well as the best view of fish.

Water reflects light in a polarized way. Although some sites say that snow does as well, other say that it does not. Some information warns that, while skiers may find that objects at a distance look very clear, they might be unable to detect icy patches when wearing this type of lens. There are similar warnings for drivers and those who need to be able to see digital displays on instrument boards.

This topic is both intriguing and simple enough to make a good science fair project. For those who don't want to stretch their minds, reputable manufacturers should have customer service reps to answer questions. Fishing magazines and online sites might make recommendations; just be sure they're not cleverly disguised ads for a certain product that may or may not be suitable. The aim for fishermen is to block harmful glare and see underwater when stalking fish.

Find a reputable manufacturer. You don't want to sacrifice either your vision or your safety just to get a bargain. Once you've found a good source for glasses, you might want to see if any fishing organizations rate them. Customer reviews can also be helpful, as can the experiences of your fishing friends and the advice of your eye doctor.

However, if you really want to know, the internet has some fascinating articles. There's even a way to make sure that the lenses you have are really polarized - it involves looking at reflections in a certain way and then cocking your head and seeing if the image changes. Check it out; after all, knowledge is power, right?




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