Polarizing glasses are a key accessory for fishermen. They are useful no matter your target and your fishing technique.
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Polarizing Lenses : These lenses reduce the glare caused by the reflection of light on water, thus improving underwater visibility. By filtering reflected light, they allow a better perception of what is happening under the water surface, which is crucial for spotting fish.
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UV Protection : They offer protection against the harmful UV rays of the sun, which is essential for long fishing days.
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Contrast Enhancement : These glasses improve contrasts, allowing fishermen to better see fish and underwater structures.
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Safety : They offer protection against flying hooks and other hazards.
How to Choose Your Polarized Sunglasses •
Lens Quality : Opt for high-quality lenses that offer superior optical clarity. For example, a mineral lens is more scratch resistant and offers better contrast.
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Frame : The frame should have a good grip to prevent them from falling into the water. In this regard, a cord is strongly recommended if you are fishing from a boat.
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Fishing Style and Lens Color : The color of the polarized lenses should be chosen based on the conditions. It is often useful to have several pairs for different fishing conditions.
Which color to choose for your polarizing glasses 1.
Gray • Light Conditions : Ideal for strong light conditions.
• Color Perception : Maintains the neutrality of colors, which is important for seeing the environment in its natural colors.
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Brown or Copper • High Contrast : Enhances contrast, particularly useful in variable light conditions. Allows better perception of underwater details, ideal for river or lake fishing.
• Light Conditions : Performs well in medium to strong light conditions.
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Green • Contrast and Clarity : Improves contrast and clarity in mixed brightness conditions. Particularly suited for fishing in environments where green is predominant, like rivers and lakes with a lot of vegetation.
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Yellow or Amber • Low Light : Excellent for conditions of low light, like early morning or overcast weather. Enhances contrast in challenging conditions and helps to see clearer in the water.
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Blue or Mirror • High Sea Fishing : Ideal for high sea fishing, as it reduces the glare from the water surface in Strong Light conditions.
Leading Brands and Models • The
Costa Del Mar glasses : Recognized for the exceptional quality of their lenses.
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Korda Glasses : They offer specific models with a good value for money, targeting carpers more.
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JMC : Popular brand for fly fishermen offering glasses with good UV protection.
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Fox Rage glasses are designed for predatory sport fishing.
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Leech and
Outwater : They offer innovative models.
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