Are There Any Good Affordable Polarized Glasses Out There? 2024
Rhino68W reply :
Looking for some polarized glasses in the $75 or less range. Any recommendations?
Rhino68W reply :
Looking for some polarized glasses in the $75 or less range. Any recommendations?
no39 reply :
On 7/22/2015 at 7:16 AM, Rhino68W said:Looking for some polarized glasses in the $75 or less range. Any recommendations?
I've found costa del mars at around that price on steepandcheap. They were a phenomenal upgrade from gas station sunglasses for sure. They were light, comfy, and clear.
Mike L reply :
Wal Mart sells a Berkley for 20.00.
I wear a pair all day, very comfortable.
Not as good as my Costa's obviously, but for 20.00 not bad.
Mike
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
I just bought a pair of SunCloud's a few days ago and love them so far. Very comfortable and very clear. They run about $50-$60.
cgolf reply :
I truly am not sure what you get in the more expensive glasses. I was given a pair of I believe are solar bats that were well above your price range and I have three pairs of strike king glasses I got on clearance with each pair being packaged with 3 KVD squarebills. The funny thing is I really like the strike King glasses, and don't see a lot of difference in viewing quality between them and the more expensive pair. I would just recommend if you go cheap, at least buy from the rack that lets you try them on, that is where some of the cheaper pairs fall down for me is fit and they don't last as long.
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
On 7/22/2015 at 8:43 AM, cgolf said:I truly am not sure what you get in the more expensive glasses. I was given a pair of I believe are solar bats that were well above your price range and I have three pairs of strike king glasses I got on clearance with each pair being packaged with 3 KVD squarebills. The funny thing is I really like the strike King glasses, and don't see a lot of difference in viewing quality between them and the more expensive pair. I would just recommend if you go cheap, at least buy from the rack that lets you try them on, that is where some of the cheaper pairs fall down for me is fit and they don't last as long.
I've heard that the cheaper sunglasses can do more harm than good for your eyes. I only have one set of eyes, so I'd prefer to keep them in good condition.
Fuese54 reply :
Strike King S11's are pretty cheap and are good for fishing
HoosierHawgs reply :
I wear a $15 pair of Berkley's for driving and working. Good glasses for a solid price. Knockaround also makes a stylish polarized pair of glasses with a nice feel for $24. They are probably the best low end glasses I've ever felt. Great for wearing around town or while boarding and on the beach as well. I put some Guy Harvey keepers behind them, and I look like the ultimate skipperOn 7/22/2015 at 8:14 AM, Mike L said:Wal Mart sells a Berkley for 20.00.
I wear a pair all day, very comfortable.
Not as good as my Costa's obviously, but for 20.00 not bad.
Mike
Basspro3106 reply :
.On 7/22/2015 at 8:14 AM, Mike L said:Wal Mart sells a Berkley for 20.00.
I wear a pair all day, very comfortable.
Not as good as my Costa's obviously, but for 20.00 not bad.
Mike
This man speaks the truth although mine finally broke after wearing them every day for 2 years and that's because I stepped on them.
AdamsEye reply :
The last pair I got was Spider Wire brand, for $20. I can see in the water quite well with the cheapies, and have even turned a few people onto them for things other then fishing. For one they make great driving lenses, and with the right tint even help with night glare like a boss.
I throw on my blue blockers and...
Can you finish that add?
paleus reply :
I got a pair of Natives for $60 on Sierra Trading Post. They were normally $130
hatrix reply :
I have had these for like 3 or 4 years and are still going strong. They have good clarity and I like them better then the strike kings. I have like a dozen or more pairs but these are my favorite for whatever reason. I think they were like $15-20 from walmart
wisconsin heat reply :
I use the YUM $5 pair from wally world. (I lose them often) But they aren't bad sunglasses, they are fairly sturdy and fit my face like a glove. The polarization is also better than a pair of Igogs I bought for $25.
OperationEagle reply :
On 7/22/2015 at 8:19 AM, Slipknot_Fan666 said:I just bought a pair of SunCloud's a few days ago and love them so far. Very comfortable and very clear. They run about $50-$60.
I also wear SunCloud's and think they are good for the money. Check out Sierra Trading Post or other similar retailers. You can typically get them for $25-$28 by looking for promo codes that knock things down further from their listed price of $50-$60.
They are made by Smiths Optics. Their "more affordable" line but couldn't tell a difference when I was comparing in the store.
edfitzvb reply :
BEST polarized glasses I ever wore were Maui Jim. If you re patient you can get a pair on eBay for under $100.
Bassfink86 reply :
Strike King S11's, I have two pairs and they are great
Logan S reply :
The only difference I've ever noticed is with the Costa 580 Glass lenses. They have an additional filtering quality outside of basic polarization. Even then, it's not like a night and day difference...
Outside of those, every pair of polarized glasses has essentially been the same for me when it comes to cutting glare. Fit and finish is nicer on the more expensive ones and that is what you're paying for mostly. There is also a difference in general clarity/quality between glass and plastic lenses.
ww2farmer reply :
Strike King S11's....I have given mine to several guys who wear much more expensive glasses, and they were like... "Why did I spend so much money on glasses before?"...having never owned anything any higher priced than these S11's, from the reactions I get from people who do, and have tried these, I don't think I ever will. They are pretty rugged too. Mine are going on 4 years old and are in fine shape.
Steveo-1969 reply :
Another vote for Strike King S11s, which are about $40. I bought gray lenses and then a year later also amber lenses. I now wear the amber lenses for all light conditions and love them.
Rhino68W reply :
What color lenses do you guys recommend?
Starchalopakis reply :
I work at a boat dealership and we sell Yachters Choice polarized glasses, they retail for $19.95 and are an awesome pair of sunglasses for the money.
the reel ess reply :
I'm on my second pair of Calcutta Steelhead amber. $22. I can buy them 4 times and still come out ahead.
jonnyblazex reply :
I agree with the costa del mar glasses with the 580g glass being top of the line. They are unreal. I have tried every cheap pair of polarized glasses imaginable, and these blow them all out of the water tenfold. Crazy clear, and comfortable, and I never want to take them off! I use the amber lense with green mirror outside, and it works great, I can see great in and out of the water in any weather condition. I would never want another pair of shades, these fit all aspects for me. I even wear some dorky floaters when on the water, because I would probably lose these just like the other 5 pairs that fell into the water never to be found again. The thing that would hurt me the most is that I couldn't get them again for what I paid, got a steal on the auction site. Brand new paid $80, retail for new, (I tried the same pair on in the store) cost $250! Heck of a deal for that price!! Keep an eye out for later, the cheap ones will get you by, but in the end, they are the cheap ones, and you get what you pay for!
Avalonjohn44 reply :
I have two pairs of Igogs, each one only $30, and they float. They really filter well and make certain colors (yellows/oranges/reds) 'pop'. I was recently in the market for some Oakleys, but in the end couldn't justify the price especially because I couldn't see any difference in vision quality side by side. Glad I saved the money, now gonna blow it on zMan lures and shroom jigheads.
HoosierHawgs reply :
On 7/23/2015 at 2:25 AM, Rhino68W said:What color lenses do you guys recommend?
For general sight fishing Amber will serve you well. If you can only afford one pair of glasses, go with Amber lenses. Great all around color for fishing.
1201vilbig reply :
A big Plus 1 on SteepandCheap.com. You have to check often but today they have Costas as low as $52.00. I also saw Native Eyewear, Kaenon & Oakley tonight.
HoosierHawgs reply :
On 7/23/2015 at 10:13 AM, 1201vilbig said:A big Plus 1 on SteepandCheap.com. You have to check often but today they have Costas as low as $52.00. I also saw Native Eyewear, Kaenon & Oakley tonight.
How were ya'll's experiences with Steep and Cheap? There are some real deals on there! I'm pretty weary, but have bought stuff at an amazing discount at Outlet Bait and Tackle and haven't been burned yet.
FishTank reply :
Check out Sierra Trading Post. They have Costas, Oakleys, Maui Jims' and many others for cheap. They also have 40% off coupons floating around usually. I picked up a pair of Seringetti's that were normally $300 for $90. Best pair of sunglasses I have ever owned.
no39 reply :
On 7/23/2015 at 10:31 AM, HoosierHawgs said:How were ya'll's experiences with Steep and Cheap? There are some real deals on there! I'm pretty weary, but have bought stuff at an amazing discount at Outlet Bait and Tackle and haven't been burned yet.
They're legit. I was bit leery at first too, but they're run by backcountry. Great service, fast shipping. I buy clothing from them a couple times a year. I actually got a decent price on my smith optics sunglasses from them as well.
Hogsticker reply :
Wileyx P17, 60 bucks on that auction site. Get the smoke gray lens for all around fishing conditions.
1201vilbig reply :
On 7/23/2015 at 10:31 AM, HoosierHawgs said:How were ya'll's experiences with Steep and Cheap? There are some real deals on there! I'm pretty weary, but have bought stuff at an amazing discount at Outlet Bait and Tackle and haven't been burned yet.
I've bought 3 pairs of Costas so far - 2 for me & a pair for my wife. Very quick shipping & excellent communication. You do have to check often for the very best deals. The "P" lenses are discounted a lot more than the "G" lenses.
Neil McCauley reply :
I have used Tifosi Tyrant fototecs for years. They're about 90 but worth it. They are made for road cycling and adjust for lowlight conditions.
boostr reply :
Check out Reflekt Polarized, have a pair and fit nicely. They start at 79$-129$. They make floating frames also, and they have an awesome lifetime warranty.
Check out Peppers also a great lifetime warranty, and are below your price point.
Allen Der reply :
Wiley X or Flying Fisherman
robster80 reply :
i bought a pair of bronze lens $5 berkleys from walmart recently. also bought a pair of $329 bronze maui jim. the mauis definitely r lighter and look cooler but looking thro them i swear the $5 berkleys are more clear, have better contrast and the colors r way more vibrant. i am probably sending the maui jims back
Rhino68W reply :
On 7/23/2015 at 12:34 AM, Bassfink86 said:Strike King S11's, I have two pairs and they are great
Are there any numbers after the S11? And what lenses did you get? I will be fishing freshwater lakes for LMB stained-muddy water.
J Francho reply :
I get Fisheyez from DSG or Gander for around $20.
TwoCan reply :
+1 to whoever said steepandcheap, I bought a pair of costa Straits the other day. With next day shipping it totaled 84 bucks and I still saved 108 dollars. If I knew I was going to like them this much I would have bought a second pair and a different color lens.
icatchlittlebass reply :
Is steap and cheap reliable? I saw online they were fakes, I didn't think so, but I decided to wait for another sale to be sure.
scaleface reply :
On 7/23/2015 at 2:25 AM, Rhino68W said:What color lenses do you guys recommend?
I like brown .
scaleface reply :
I wear prescription glasses and once had a pair of polarized ones for fishing. Right now I just buy cheap clip ons. My next pair of glasses I want the ones that get darker in the sun with polarization . I dont know if they can be got like that though /
no39 reply :
On 7/28/2015 at 6:01 AM, scaleface said:I wear prescription glasses and once had a pair of polarized ones for fishing. Right now I just buy cheap clip ons. My next pair of glasses I want the ones that get darker in the sun with polarization . I dont know if they can be got like that though /
I know smith makes prescription lenses that are also photochromic. However, I think they only offer it in certain colors.
WRB reply :
If you have Costco nearby their store brand is very good if you like the style. Costco stores also have road show deals at times with name brands like Maui Jims in your price range.
I prefer dark gray for general bright sun conditions, dark Amber for over cast or lower light conditions.
Tom
ripinit reply :
If you wear glasses, get the Fish finder Over-glasses at Bass Pro. They are good even if you don't have glasses. They are much better than my Cacoon's for half the price..
1201vilbig reply :
On 7/28/2015 at 4:20 AM, icatchlittlebass said:Is steap and cheap reliable? I saw online they were fakes, I didn't think so, but I decided to wait for another sale to be sure.
Not fakes. They carry a lot of outdoors type of gear of different brands. You just have to check often for the best deals since they "blow out" items quickly.
zeth reply :
Suncloud gets a thumbs up from me as well. But I did upgrade to Maui Jim for $280 and it was well worth it. Good idea to get an average pair and then to save and upgrade. Then you'll have a backup.
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