Has anyone tried the Bolle EagleVision 2 lenses? They're designed to let golfers see more contrast in grass.

Thanks I'll look into them.

 

another vote for costa del mar...best glasses hands down.

 

Ive been getting mine at www.safetyglassesusa.com They have a big selection. I have had good luck with the Pyramex Zone 2 brand. Only about $6 a pair. They last a couple of seasons at least and filter 99% of the UV rays.

 

Costas are simply the best. They are super light weight and clear. I've got the Costa Del Mar triple tails. They retail at $199.99, but are well worth it if you take care of them.

 

www.peakvisionsports.com

My girlfriend's father owns this company. The sunglasses are made specifically with golfers in mind, but would be just as appropriate for mowing. And the lenses are made from the same material that space shuttle cockpit windows are made of, so they're virtually shatterproof.

 

www.peakvisionsports.com

My girlfriend's father owns this company. The sunglasses are made specifically with golfers in mind, but would be just as appropriate for mowing. And the lenses are made from the same material that space shuttle cockpit windows are made of, so they're virtually shatterproof.

Cool I'm more interested in looking good, not so much into the safety thing:waving:

 

Cool I'm more interested in looking good, not so much into the safety thing:waving:

Take a look at these. Her dad gave me this pair for free and I think they look pretty cool. Granted, they look awful on some people that try them on.

http://www.peakvisionsports.com/shop/product_detail/product_id/1661?&scid=5&category_id=5&mid=17

 

Take a look at these. Her dad gave me this pair for free and I think they look pretty cool. Granted, they look awful on some people that try them on.

http://www.peakvisionsports.com/shop/product_detail/product_id/1661?&scid=5&category_id=5&mid=17

I would need to see them on you or someone else

 

http://www.peakvisionsports.com/shop/product_detail/product_id/1661?&scid=5&category_id=5&mid=17

These make a lot of sense, combining the grass-enhancing optical properties of the Bolles Eagle Vision 2 with the clarity and strength of the Rudy Project's NXT clear-polyurethane lens.

 

Costa Del Mar all the way.... then swap to Stihl safety glasses for trimming and edging.

oh yeah costa's all the way lol. they are the best.

 

I prefer serengeti for driving, since they are not too dark and adjust. Sometimes in really bright stuff I want a set of wrap glasses that are darker, though.

My brother has a set of H20ptix that are great. made for water sports and I believe impact resistant lenses. I tried them. Serengeti either owns them now or used to. They are also much cheaper than the overrated Oakleys.

I have used cheapo plastic lens wraps lately, I find the purpose built safety glasses very uncomfortable and too dark or too light, depending on the lens choice. Anything you get will be scratched up soon, so don't spend a ton. Use good ones for driving.

 

I went over 20 years without using safety glasses because I couldnt see well going in the shade etc. Purchased the oakly transition lenses and I have not worked without them. Now my only problem is getting sweat on the lenses.Oakley is supposedly working on a hydrophobic lens that will repel water.

 

I wear prescription glasses, I lose sunglasses like crazy and they get scratched up from work, so I buy the newer "over the glasses" version from walmart. polarized, great side protection from debris and glare, and about 20 bucks with tax. I probably buy a pair every 3 months or so.

ouch I had my last pair of Oakleys for 5 years before they fell off my shirt and I dragged the garbage barrel over them.

 

when your using sunglasses in place of saftey glasses be sure they are Ansi Z87.1 rated for shatterproof.

On another note. I bought my wife a pair of Costa del mar frigate glasses with the mirrored blue lens. This is quite possibly the most comfortable and clearest pair of sunglasses I have ever worn. Just worlds apart from others I have tried including Guess... Nike... Oakley....Rayban...Serengetti... bollie and other less expensive brands. I only wear my prescription glasses as needed and they are a very light prescription. These costa del mars were actually more comfortable to drive in then my prescription sunglasses. I would highly reccomend trying on a pair if youcan afford ahigher end sunglass (we paid 179 at bass pro with the 400 series lens)

 

How do you guys deal wear sunglasses and still protect your hearing if you use muffs? Everytime I try to wear sunglasses and put the muffs on over them its like the effectiveness of my muffs goes way way down.

 

I buy the Stihl's at my local dealer. Ten bucks a pop. I'm protecting my eyes, not making a fashion statement.

 

I agree with lawn maniac i also wear muffs and it does reduce their effectiveness i think and on occasion it really hurts my ears with the glasses behind my ear

 

Not sure what's best for mowing but for driving I can say only one thing...Serengeti Drivers. Best freakin' driving glasses ever created by anyone. I bought a pair when I was in college in the mid 80's. Still have them and wear them every day. They have glass lenses so they don't scratch unless you abuse them. They are around $70 - $80. I have the Aviator shape lens but just get what fits your face best.

 

Glasses last about 5 minutes before the lenses fill up with sweat making visibility impossible. The only thing that might work would be a face shield but thats just a "bit" on the bulky side.

 

oakley has a hydrophobic solution to wipe on lenses to repel water. They are also coming out with a hydrophobic lens.

 

Glasses last about 5 minutes before the lenses fill up with sweat making visibility impossible. The only thing that might work would be a face shield but thats just a "bit" on the bulky side.

A sweatband or bandanna might help you if you are actually getting sweat running off your head onto your glasses. I am folically challenged myself and have to have something under my hat to soak up sweat when its hot or I get sweat in my eyes and on my glasses. I use a bandanna folded into a triangle and put over my head biker / redneck style. This is a big help. If you are talking about fogging of the lenses from sweat and humidity, get some Cat Crap. No, not real cat crap. Its an anti fog lens coating that works great. Its available from Campmor.com and probably other places too.

 

I have used Serengeti glass lensed photochromatic drivers for years. Very crisp vision, excellent in less than super-bright conditions where dark lenses are too dark. Much more detail than a set of really dark lenses. But they are NOT suitable for working in. I put a pebble through one pair about 10 years ago and instantly switched to plastic shatterproof lenses. I was lucky not to be injured by the glass. I still have two pairs I use for driving. Pretty well made, too.

There have been so many companies bought and sold, I'm not sure if they are still made by Serengeti, but the H2Optix line is very lightweight and comfortable. Bolle' may make them now, I'm not sure. Mine are polarized and I use them in very bright conditions. One negative of polarized lenses is that some things in your vehicle may be erased at certain angles by the polarization, such as a digital radio readout or various other gauges. In my car I have to turn my head to see the radio readout.

I like Oakley wraps in the grey lens, but they are fragile and I've had two sets crack the temple from stress over time. Way overpriced, too.

Cheap $15 plastic lensed wraps from Target are what I use, since anything you use will soon be scratched up from trimming/edging. I have a pair of serengeti frames I had re-lensed with lighter plastic lenses at a shop for days when it is not bright and the regular dark lenses are too dark.

I'd suggest you get one pair of nice photochromatic shades for driving, one nice dark wrap style for really bright conditions, and cheapos for work.

Not much need to spend over $50 or so. Check ebay for overstocks and discontinued models at a discount. Beware of fakes, especially Oakleys.

I find the purpose made protection glasses sold by the various equipment manufacturers to be too dark or light, too heavy, and to have distorted vision and haven't found a comfortable pair yet either.

 

we get BOA's from the hardware supply store down the road. 3.50 for a pair and they last the entire season. polarized and shatterproof. go to an actual hardware store not lowe's or home depot but a real store where construction equipment is sold at. garentee you'll love 'em. our guys have been wearing them for the past four seasons. keep a box in the shop, first pair is on us and 4.00 for another after that

 

Costa Del Mar all the way.... then swap to Stihl safety glasses for trimming and edging.

Costa's all the way for me for everything. they are ANSI approved as well

 

Drug fair $12.99 glasses.