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#7075974 - 01/21/12 01:58 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Mark Perry]
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Angler
Registered: 06/17/07
Posts: 362
Loc: DFW
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I wear Kaenon Klays everday and the Kaenon Hard Kores in the boat. Why these glasses have not blown up in this part of the country I am clueless. The clarity is second to none and the durability is great. they just feel right and they have a lot of styles to choose from. I like the fact that after a lot of hard use the frames are still tight and no worn out nose pieces or ear pieces. Also like the fact that there are no metal hingles exposes on the frames that can suck when you put them on in the summer. I have even worn the Klays while fighting grass fires under my helmet shield and they still look new. mark is right here guys...ive tried them all..kaenons are the BOMB!!! hard kores or rhinos in C12 lenses
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#7076043 - 01/21/12 02:41 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Extreme Angler
Registered: 12/21/08
Posts: 1352
Loc: Cypress, Texas
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I had oakleys for a couple years. This Xmas I got a pair of Costas and it's a night and day difference! Love the Costas!
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#7076164 - 01/21/12 03:49 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Outdoorsman
Registered: 12/06/03
Posts: 219
Loc: sherman texas
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#7076259 - 01/21/12 04:40 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Outdoorsman
Registered: 08/30/05
Posts: 47
Loc: Lake Fork Texas
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Oakley Scalpels are the deal ! I used to wear the Oakley Monster Dogs but switched to the Scalpels. They are perfect!
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#7076278 - 01/21/12 04:43 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Extreme Angler
Registered: 08/06/06
Posts: 1760
Loc: Lake Austin, Lake Falcon and C...
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I'm on Costa pro staff, so my opinion does not count. But, here it is anyway, Costas are the best, hands down. Personally I carry 4 different brands of expensive sunglasses in my boat. With that being said I spent $95.00 on a pair of Oakley polarized FLAK lenses 30 minutes ago in blue ice, because the pair I have had scratches on them, I can text you a copy of the receipt. (You will not find an angler more particular with sunglasses, lens color etc than I am). With options like this available at all times, 95% of the time I wear my Costa 580's. The other brands, as hard as I have tried, do not compare to the 580's under most conditions. As far as frames, this is totally up to the persons head shape, size of nose, etc. The lens color, is particular to the conditions, (cloudy, sunny, morning, evening etc.) Generally I will change glasses / lenses 2 or 3 times a day. Check this out for some good info on color of lens. http://www.costadelmar.com/perform/color
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#7076286 - 01/21/12 04:45 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Outdoorsman
Registered: 01/21/12
Posts: 182
Loc: Diamondhead, MS
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Costa 580's in Fisch, Green mirror.
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#7387085 - 04/08/12 07:39 AM
Cheap Sunglasses
[Re: SMC Flex]
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Green Horn
Registered: 04/08/12
Posts: 1
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With the wide selection of top quality brands to choose from, you will definitely find the cheap sunglasses that fit your needs and preferences.
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#7387092 - 04/08/12 07:43 AM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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TFF Team Angler
Registered: 08/22/01
Posts: 3913
Loc: Haslet TX
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Which sunglasses do you prefer? I've been looking for a little while but I can't decide. Looking in the $150-$250 price range.
I have the 400 version of Costa's and they are great! A little less then the 580's but still real good on the water.
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#7387319 - 04/08/12 09:17 AM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Outdoorsman
Registered: 06/01/11
Posts: 100
Loc: Franklin
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I worked in the sunglasses industry for years. I still know several sunglass manufacturer reps. In my opinion Maui Jim's are the best polarized glasses on the market. As for style you have to pic a size that is right for your head size and shape. I like the largest coverage ones they have. I also prefer a glass lense. Some that are extremely curved are a polycarbonate/ plastic lense, they scratch easier.
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#7387417 - 04/08/12 09:47 AM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Outdoorsman
Registered: 02/22/10
Posts: 228
Loc: United States
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Amphibia They are new but several elite series guys are swearing by them along with some great sight fishermen. I got some and I love them. http://www.amphibiasports.com/ They don't have many different styles but the ones they have are pretty cool. My other glasses are going in a drawer.
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#7387484 - 04/08/12 10:08 AM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Outdoorsman
Registered: 05/30/11
Posts: 229
Loc: abilene,texas
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#7387562 - 04/08/12 10:30 AM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Outdoorsman
Registered: 11/07/05
Posts: 57
Loc: Poetry
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Costa's 580! I really like the Man-O-War.
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#7388276 - 04/08/12 03:00 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Extreme Angler
Registered: 08/29/10
Posts: 2235
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Recently picked up a pair of Costa Galveston 580s and they nlew my Maui Jim Kapaluas out of the water in every aspect but weight of the glasses themselves. It's amazing how much different the world looks through a pair of Costas. I've used Oakley too but Costas really are kmuch better.
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#7389545 - 04/08/12 09:21 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Accutrigger33]
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Extreme Angler
Registered: 01/20/07
Posts: 2488
Loc: Southlake, Texas
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I went with Mark's recommendation, ordered the Hard Kores but could not get the C-12 lens, they are coming with G-12 unless my email got to them before they shipped, hopefully I do not have to send them back. I wear Kaenon Klays everday and the Kaenon Hard Kores in the boat. Why these glasses have not blown up in this part of the country I am clueless. The clarity is second to none and the durability is great. they just feel right and they have a lot of styles to choose from. I like the fact that after a lot of hard use the frames are still tight and no worn out nose pieces or ear pieces. Also like the fact that there are no metal hingles exposes on the frames that can suck when you put them on in the summer. I have even worn the Klays while fighting grass fires under my helmet shield and they still look new. mark is right here guys...ive tried them all..kaenons are the BOMB!!! hard kores or rhinos in C12 lenses
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#7392543 - 04/09/12 06:04 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Outdoorsman
Registered: 12/03/10
Posts: 61
Loc: Fort Leonard Wood, MO
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I'm partial to Willey-X they saved my eye in Iraq and I want that protection at 70+ on the water.
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#7394698 - 04/10/12 09:56 AM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Extreme Angler
Registered: 06/03/02
Posts: 1675
Loc: College Station,TX
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I have gone through a bunch of different brands. I ride a motorcycle daily so I am always on the hunt for a better set of glasses that I can use for both riding and fishing. I currently have WileyX and the pair I had before was WileyX as well. The Amber with Emerald overlay is a great lens as far as contrast etc, but these things fog up like crazy. From what I see around the internet, lots of guys on the military forums have the same problem. I contacted WileyX and they said "hmmm, they shouldn't do that, must be your environment." Really? No kidding, that's why I bought a brand of glasses that claimed to be anti-fog, because I am in an environment that tends to fog lenses. So stupid.
My Panoptx did not fog like these Wileys, but they don't make a set with the color lens I want anymore.
Maui Jim had the best polarization in my experience. Oakleys are good, but I can't get the lens I want in the model I want. Costas are great, but too heavy for me to ride with.
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#7395043 - 04/10/12 11:28 AM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Extreme Angler
Registered: 03/29/08
Posts: 1044
Loc: Waco, Texas
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I noticed the other day that Walmart has a good selection of Wiley X made sunglasses in their vision centers at the front of the store. They seem to be good quality frames and lenses. I think the price is from 49 to 79 dollars. May give them a look the next time you go to Walmart. They are in a seperate display inside the vision center.
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#7395061 - 04/10/12 11:33 AM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: GeneTX]
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Extreme Angler
Registered: 09/01/04
Posts: 2935
Loc: Flower Mound
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Amphibia They are new but several elite series guys are swearing by them along with some great sight fishermen. I got some and I love them. http://www.amphibiasports.com/ They don't have many different styles but the ones they have are pretty cool. My other glasses are going in a drawer. The fact that they float is awesome!! I have lost three pairs of $250 costa del mars in the lake in the last 5 years. I finally at least went to the frat straps to keep them around my head at all times!
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#7396939 - 04/10/12 06:06 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Pro Angler
Registered: 01/28/11
Posts: 536
Loc: San Diego, CA (in TX often)
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I own 3 different Oakleys (mostly bronze polarized) non specific fishing glasses. I never had a problem with them. With all the hype of Costa Del Mar 580G Glases, I decided to buy myself a pair. Well, the lenses are very good (not much noticeable difference site fishing vs. the Oakley though). Slightly better. However, what I don't like about the Costa is even after trying on all the pairs for 5 minutes each, not one didn't put pressure on my temple and give me a head ache. I wear my Oakleys most of the time now unless it's super super bright and I'm exclusively site fishing- then the Costas (for as long as I can tolerate before they are uncomfortable). Plus wearing glass freaks me out. I say go with any Oakley... Antix and Gascan are my two favorite and most comfortable, but some of the old timers might find them too racy so for them I would suggest the Flak Jacket.
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#7397681 - 04/10/12 09:09 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Outdoorsman
Registered: 08/19/11
Posts: 30
Loc: san angelo
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I had a pair of Oakley Flak Jacket XLJ's that I loved. They were so comfortable. Now they are at the bottom of twin buttes. 210 dollars down the drain.
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#7397730 - 04/10/12 09:19 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Pro Angler
Registered: 03/27/08
Posts: 567
Loc: Sadler TX. Lake Texoma
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My dad has some AWESOME costas (cant go wrong there( I on the other hand have the new strike kings and i like them alot..
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#7398138 - 04/10/12 10:39 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Outdoorsman
Registered: 03/26/08
Posts: 125
Loc: Coppell,TX
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Never get oakley's for fishing. Sun screen kills the plastic lens. Looking at the Oakley lenses will make them scratch. Costa Man of Wars with Blue 580 glass are the best around.
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#7398261 - 04/10/12 11:35 PM
Re: Sunglasses recommendations
[Re: Zack Jones]
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Outdoorsman
Registered: 11/24/11
Posts: 49
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Just go by what you and your eyes feel comfortable with,and you decide,everyone has their own opinion.
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