subject: Polarized Sunglasses [print this page] Polarized sunglasses have been popular for years with fishermen and boat enthusiasts who have the need to reduce the glare that is reflected from the water.
Now many other people who spend time outdoors have already discovered the benefits of polarized eyewear, so interest in these types of sunglasses has soared.
Not including fishermen and boaters, outdoor enthusiasts who benefit the most from polarized sunglasses include bikers, skydivers, military personnel, golfers and joggers, who may all enjoy a clearer view and the elimination of glare.
These sunglasses can be used for driving and, can reduce the glare from a long, flat surface such as the car hood or the surface of the road.
Polarized sunglasses also can be worn indoors by people that are sensitive to light, including cataract surgery patients and those that are continually exposed to bright light.
How Do Polarized Lenses Work?
Light that is reflected from the surfaces of a flat road or smooth water is usually horizontally polarized. This means that, instead of light being scattered in all directions in more usual ways, reflected light usually travels in a more horizontally oriented direction. This creates an annoying and dangerous intensity of light that we see as glare.
Polarized sunglasses cut the glare and haze so your eyes are more comfortable and you can see better. Polarized lenses contain a special filter that blocks out this type of intense reflected light, reducing glare.
Also, polarized lenses may reduce the visibility of images produced by liquid crystal displays (LCDs) that are found on the dashboards of some cars and in other places such as the digital screens on automatic teller (bank) machines.
With polarized lenses, you may be unable to see your cell phone or GPS device. Pilots and boaters have reported similar problems when viewing LCD displays on instrument panels, which can be a crucial issue when it comes to making split-second decisions based strictly on information displayed on a panel.
However, for most other sports and activities, polarized sunglasses offer great advantages. Now, many polarized lenses are available in combination with other features that can greatly enhance your outdoor experiences.
Polarized chrome lenses, which change from light to dark,or LTD, may be right for the light-sensitive person who is frequently in and out of the sun in a days time.
Whether you spend your time motorcycle riding, skydiving, in the military, driving or jogging, polarized sunglasses could be the best choice to help you enjoy your life outdoors!
