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New Sunglasses #12479768 10/26/17 04:50 PM
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I've lost two pairs of costas to the lake this year already and I can't keep buying expensive shades that end up in the lake anymore.

Any recommendations for shades under 50-100 bucks?

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I recommend you start with an accessory item known as a "retainer strap" - a device designed to insure that vision glasses don't go swimming, often available for under $10. There are even models with flotation that will float many models of sunglasses. I have fished with expensive sunglasses for 30 years with such a device, and have not once lost a pair overboard.

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Originally Posted By: Flippin-Out
I recommend you start with an accessory item known as a "retainer strap" - a device designed to insure that vision glasses don't go swimming, often available for under $10. There are even models with flotation that will float many models of sunglasses. I have fished with expensive sunglasses for 30 years with such a device, and have not once lost a pair overboard.
+1 cheaper then cheap sunglasses


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+2 on the strap. But if you decide to replace your Costas, save yourself a lot of $ here:

https://www.steepandcheap.com/sunglasses?p=brand%3ACosta&nf=1

Not sure why it didn't hyperlink so just cut & paste it in your browser.

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Originally Posted By: Flippin-Out
I recommend you start with an accessory item known as a "retainer strap" - a device designed to insure that vision glasses don't go swimming, often available for under $10. There are even models with flotation that will float many models of sunglasses. I have fished with expensive sunglasses for 30 years with such a device, and have not once lost a pair overboard.


^^what he said!! Costa's have been the best sunglasses I've ever owned. Have used at least 8 other brands and for fishing specifically I always grab my Costas. If you find a pair that fits properly you might not need a retaining strap. I use the Blackfin model and it fits snug even on my big head.

Also what the other guy said try that steepandcheap website. I got a 580 glass lens pair of Costa's for like $150 on there one time!


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Originally Posted By: RJF1423
I've lost two pairs of costas to the lake this year already and I can't keep buying expensive shades that end up in the lake anymore.

Any recommendations for shades under 50-100 bucks?
strike king from Walmart. They work.

Don't get Gargoyles or WileyX. Both have laminated lenses that delaminate.


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Stop fishing...

Make more room for us on the lake, never lose sunglasses and save money!

Just kidding...

Never lost a pair and use the strap too

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I have Solar Bats. The Bill dance glasses are very good and nothing can beat them for the price. Plus the <$50 pair qualify for the solar bat bucks.

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I bought a pair of Onos. They are not Costas by any means. I need bifocals and couldn't find any Costas locally that fit me and had bifocals. Plus I didn't have the coin for Costas at the time. I will get Costas for next spring for sure.

These are Onos I bought. They are pretty nice, but not the quality on Costas.

https://www.amazon.com/Carabelle-Polariz...onos+sunglasses

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Been there done that; I have a pair of vintage aviator Ray Bans I keep in my truck. Bought a cheap pair on Ebay I keep on a strap. Both of my boys have lost Oakleys on the lake.



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I've lost $350 worth of oakleys in grapevine this summer. Maybe I should invest in a magnet? hammer

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https://amphibiaeyegear.com/
I have had them for a bit and i love them they also float

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Either strap or use common sense and don't run 30+ MPH and turn your head. I always warn passengers...if it's not tied down... you'll lose it. Rods, caps, sunglasses.


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