Polarized sunglasses...wow!

BoxsterCharlie · 05-30-06, 09:12

I've owned two pairs of Oakleys and some other good glasses, and I'm not sure why but I assumed they were all polarized.

Well, I just got a new set of Ray-bans with polarized lenses and I'm just blown away! They take away glare without needing to cut the light nearly as much. It is quite shocking, reminds me of those old "blu-blocker" sunglass commercials!

There are some issues with them. Some glass surfaces are treated in various ways and you see weird effects like checkerboard patterns, purple windshields on people behind you, etc. And of course if I pivot my head my instrument panel goes black.

On the plus side, they make paint look deeper and render great color under mid-day sun. My Speed Yellow Boxster, which is a bit on the pale or washed-out side under string light, looks better than ever.

In short, highly recommended!

truzoom · 05-30-06, 09:42

How much did they run you? I have been considering buying a good pair of polarized sunglasses, but I can't seem to decide if I want to spend a lot or a little.

BoxsterCharlie · 05-30-06, 09:48

These ones cost me $90 off eBay. They should last a long time though, the lenses are real glass. I'm ashamed to say I've paid much more for Oakleys and they look like crap after a year. Chipped paint on the frames, lenses than scratch easier than anything this side of a black iPod Nano.

autobahn · 05-30-06, 10:07

I have Rx sunglasses, and I'll always pay the premium for the polarized lenses. You get used to having to look at LCD screens dead on and the weird car window checkerboarding when you realize how much glare they cut.

Also, there are some rediculously expensive polarized sunglasses out there that aren't worth it, but there are also some that are very bad and less expensive.

Ray-ban is a good brand. Stylish frames and their lenses are pretty good too. I personally have all my Rx sun lenses mounted into Ray-ban frames because I like their simple but elegant/sporty look.

Ben Kenobi · 05-30-06, 11:04

I have prescription polarized sunglasses too and very much noticed a huge difference. You do see the patterns in LCD displays, rear windows in vehicles and even glass in some office buildings are patterned. Just think of them as "special" glasses. One thing I have found is driving all day with them on sure does reduce eye fatigue and they are great in hazy, rainy and up here bright snowy weather. Glad to hear you're enjoying your Ray Bans.

RCBuddha · 05-31-06, 12:12

I also have RX polarized sunglasses. I could not imagine driving without them!

OutlawTitan · 05-31-06, 12:56

Personally I think the Maui Jim polarized glasses are the best!

PrinzII · 05-31-06, 02:12

My Gants have a Polarized clip and, like everyone else, I get the issues with LCDs. But it definitely cuts down the glare.

Still waiting for Polarized Transitions Lenses.

flatstick · 05-31-06, 03:37

Cool to see you guys are on the polarized lens kick. I have been using them for years since I fished a lot. my eye doctor told me that the added bonus is that these lens are also great for you eyes. he said they do a very good job on the harmful sun's rays.

TnM6i · 05-31-06, 05:05

I recently bought my first pair of poloarized glasses, Bolle Meanstreaks with the Cactus tinted lenses. They are absolutely excellent for driving in the glaring sun. I do get a little of the checkerboard and weird rainbow effect issues, but the view straight ahead through the windshield is great. They really cut down the glare and make the road and everything on it more visable. Also, my Lapis Blue paint looks even better that it does

I will only own polarized lenses from now on.

flatstick · 05-31-06, 06:00

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Originally Posted by TnM6i

I recently bought my first pair of poloarized glasses, Bolle Meanstreaks with the Cactus tinted lenses. They are absolutely excellent for driving in the glaring sun. I do get a little of the checkerboard and weird rainbow effect issues, but the view straight ahead through the windshield is great. They really cut down the glare and make the road and everything on it more visable. Also, my Lapis Blue paint looks even better that it does

I will only own polarized lenses from now on.

Also for detailing purposes you can see any polish or LSP that you may hve missed. guess the lenses serve many purposes

Autoeng · 05-31-06, 06:43

Buy a pair at Wally World for $10 to make sure you can live with the weird things they do (listed above). I didn't like having to take them off to do some things (fill up with gas so I could see the LCD) so I decided not to spend big bucks on a higher end pair.