Speaking of sunglasses

[NoOtherWay]

Lost my go to Smith sunglasses a month ago at the lake when I put them on my hat, then forgot and bent over the water.

I liked the Smith’s, but figured I’d try the Costa kool-aid. Bought a pair for $220 off the website. Received them a couple weeks ago, no complaints about the lenses (I got glass) but the frames feel really cheap, like gas station purchase cheap. Really disappointed. I’m returning them.

Side note: I did some research, Costa was sold to Luxottica in 2020, Luxottica is the corporation that owns RAY-BAN, Oakley, and about 5-7 other brands.

Thinking about sticking with Smith’s. I have a couple throw around $45 Heatwaves that aren’t bad sunglasses ( feel like better quality then the Costa’s), I just prefer glass lenses.

What is everyone else wearing on the water? How do you like them?

 

[2Driver]

Smiths

 

[Xtrmwakeboarder]

Gatorz. Made in the USA out of aluminum. I like the ANSI Z87.1 magnums and pull double duty with them on the range.

 

[Spudsbud]

I got a wide head. 155 in glasses sizing
Tough to fit. Most are 135-145.

 

[napanutt]

Not sure how I manage but I’ve had two pair of high end sunglasses in 20 years. Revos for almost 10 years and now the Ray Bans for almost 10.

 

[Justsomeguy]

I've been looking at Gatorz. I love my floating dragons. My floating blenders aren't bad either. Especially for the cost. But gatorz have my attention.

 

[185EZ]

walmart, $5 polarized. I scratch them lose them break them and I'm not going to spend $200 on glasses
Mrs EZ got me Maui Jim and I never wear them. Feel like cheap pos compared to walmart

 

[dezrtracer]

Ray Ban 4057 polarized . Sunglass Hut has a great deal on them .

 

[Dan Lorenze]

Lots of good brands.. I find Maui Jims to be the best quality, frames and lenses.

 

[CoolCruzin]

Maui Jim’s

 

[Magic Mike]

Maui Jim’s Big waves for my big head.

 

[TexasJet]

3 pair of Oakley's. Love them all.

 

[Xtrmwakeboarder]

I've been looking at Gatorz. I love my floating dragons. My floating blenders aren't bad either. Especially for the cost. But gatorz have my attention.

I love em. You adjust the fit by bending the frames. I've got a small head, 7 1/4, and these are the only frame I can get to fit correctly. "It works the opposite way as well if you've got a big head. They've also got an adjustable nose piece which none of my previous wrap-around Oakleys had.

 

[MooreMoney]

I have a Ray-ban pair for 8 years. I bought a second pair a couple weeks ago in the same frames but different color. When you find something you like you stick to it.

 

[BIGRED9158]

I got a wide head. 155 in glasses sizing
Tough to fit. Most are 135-145.

You need look at the heatwaves xl series made for people with big heads

 

[mash on it]

Ray-Ban wayfarers. For 30+ years.
Current pair since 2010, or so.
Polarized lenses, can't stand the green lenses.

Dan'l

 

[riverroyal]

I had a warrany issue with a oakley set last year. The connecting area broke
Absolute fucking nightmare with Luxottica.
They really ruined the oakley name

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

You need look at the heatwaves xl series made for people with big heads

This. The XL Vise Heatwaves fit me great.

 

[MSum661]

 

[clarence]

Ray-Ban wayfarers. For 30+ years.

Since 1985.

 

[napanutt]

Since 1985.

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Don Johnson was the shit. Sure that was 85? Hell my kid was born that year.

 

[Vamodsquad]

KD's

 

[mash on it]

Don Johnson was the shit. Sure that was 85? Hell my kid was born that year.

Ray-Ban wayfarers go back to the early 50's.
As a (poor) kid in high school, and working at a welding shop, American Optical tru gray safety glasses...7.99 at the time.

Dan'l

 

[napanutt]

Ray-Ban wayfarers go back to the early 50's.
As a (poor) kid in high school, and working at a welding shop, American Optical tru gray safety glasses...7.99 at the time.

Dan'l

I was poor as fuck, 84ish. Got a pair of Vuarnets for 100 or so and was sold. Love the quality of the expensive ones.

 

[TrollerDave]

I get these Smith and Wessons through work. They fit me great and are light and comfortable. I wish the lenses were a bit better, more “clear” like my Spys. My favorite pair were Smiths.

 

[HNL2LHC]

3 pair of Oakley's. Love them all.

Right there with you….

 

[Ryan00TJ]

Rheos Eddie series. They float and their customer service is second to none!! Great warranty.

 

[Flatsix66]

#1 Maui Jim Neutral gray or Blue Glass, #2 Costa Blue and Green Glass. Lately have been having good luck buying the Glass Costas on Jomashop for $80-130.

 

[Mcintyrelocal]

Black Flys. Been wearing them for 23 years.

 

[Kfabe]

Madson makes great glasses. Especially for you pumpkin headed fellows.

 

[The Prisoner]

Geez. A whole thread for the stalker. gonna have to buy more Reagan stamps

 

[Roosky01]

Speaking of sunglasses....I donated a pair of Oakley Holbrooks to the lake today! Hadn't done that in a couple years so I guess I was due?

Last year it was two fuk'n iPhones....

 

[Flying_Lavey]

I really like Bombers. Specially for the lake. Polarized, they float, the foam keeps the wind out, and very reasonably priced.

 

[spectra3279]

You guys will laugh, but I only wear blu-blockers eagle. I catch them on sale for 25 bucks and order 3 pair. Good for 2 years or so

 

[Bpracing1127]

Oakleys!!!!

 

[clarence]

Got a pair of Vuarnets for 100 or so and was sold. Love the quality of the expensive ones.

Wore their glacier glasses until the Wayfarers.

Struggled with migraine-related light sensitivity several years ago and remembered them - looked and they weren't available then.

Just checked and they are now:

GLACIER REGULAR

Vuarnet Glacier is a mountain icon. Pilot shape, removable side shields and nose bridge, the Glacier Regular protects from the very strong intensity of the sun on the highest peaks. The frame is made of titanium, beta-titanium and bio-acetate, and the accessories are in leather. Mineral glass...

us.vuarnet.com

Just ordered a pair.

Thanks for reminding me.

 

[LuauLounge]

How come cheap sunglasses last forever, expensive ones like to party and go swimming?

 

[Dogzonboard]

Wiley X. Great optics and super durable - have owned mine for over 10 years now and they are worn pretty much every day:

Wiley X Sunglasses and Safety Glasses - USA Online Store

Discover and shop high-end protective sunglasses, tactical goggles, apparel, and more available on the official Wiley X online store.

www.wileyx.com

 

[ltbaney1]

maui jims for my fat head.

 

[spectra75]

maui jims for my fat head.

Spy Cooper for me. Same pair for five years!

 

[Mototrig]

I get these Smith and Wessons through work. They fit me great and are light and comfortable. I wish the lenses were a bit better, more “clear” like my Spys. My favorite pair were Smiths.
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Yup! These Smith n Wesson 's are all but Indestructible. I keep a few pair in the boat and each vehicle as backup.
Obviously I need to downsize

 

[jetboatperformance]

 

[Ace in the Hole]

Lost my go to Smith sunglasses a month ago at the lake when I put them on my hat, then forgot and bent over the water.

I liked the Smith’s, but figured I’d try the Costa kool-aid. Bought a pair for $220 off the website. Received them a couple weeks ago, no complaints about the lenses (I got glass) but the frames feel really cheap, like gas station purchase cheap. Really disappointed. I’m returning them.

Side note: I did some research, Costa was sold to Luxottica in 2020, Luxottica is the corporation that owns RAY-BAN, Oakley, and about 5-7 other brands.

Thinking about sticking with Smith’s. I have a couple throw around $45 Heatwaves that aren’t bad sunglasses ( feel like better quality then the Costa’s), I just prefer glass lenses.

What is everyone else wearing on the water? How do you like them?

Costa Blackfin Pro

https://www.costadelmar.com/en-us/sunglasses/6S9078-97963887380?cid=PM-FGS_000000-5.US-CDM-EN-PLA-HighPrice&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping&utm_content=highprice&gclid=Cj0KCQjwidSWBhDdARIsAIoTVb3j0ZRKaERfrkLynZhN0a0hkrv2hWOCaC2nMh4BxO7JRguL9LzlxxUaAsuZEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

I bought them from I wear sunglasses in havasu with the RDP discount. I have a big head and these things are great..