Outdoor glasses

Outdoor eyewear - high quality models available from Sportano In the world of bushcraft and outdoor activities, outdoor eyewear plays a key role in protecting and supporting vision. In changing, often extreme conditions, ensuring adequate eye protection is essential. From strong sunshine and fierce gale force winds to flying pollen and insects, the challenges that outdoor adventurers can face are numerous. Outdoor eyewear must therefore not only be comfortable and stylish, but above all functional and durable. In the Sportano sports shop you will find outdoor eyewear from tried-and-tested brands such as Oakley, GOG, Bliz, DYNAFIT and UVEX.Choosing outdoor eyewear: key features and functionsChoosing the right outdoor eyewear is essential to ensure comfort and eye safety in a wide variety of environmental conditions. UV protection is an essential function that outdoor eyewear must provide. Harmful UVA and UVB rays can cause damage to vision, so it is important that the glasses offer 100% protection against these rays. Polarisation is another key feature that significantly increases comfort by reducing glare from surfaces such as water, snow or wet roads. Thanks to polarisation, the image is clearer and colours are more saturated. Durability and impact resistance are features that are particularly important in bushcraft, where glasses can be exposed to a variety of mechanical hazards. Consideration should be given to the frame and lens materials - polycarbonate is a popular choice due to its high impact resistance. Wearing comfort is also a key consideration. Eyewear should fit snugly to the face, be pressure-free and provide adequate ventilation to avoid lens fogging. Adjustable nose pads and flexible temples can increase comfort, especially during prolonged activity. Comparison of sunglasses, windscreen and polarised sunglasses Sunglasses are an essential piece of equipment in protecting your eyesight outdoors. Their main function is to protect against intense sunlight and UV radiation. They usually have dark lenses that can be adjusted to different light levels. Wind goggles are designed to protect the eyes not only from wind, but also from dust, sand and small foreign objects. They are ideal for those engaging in fast-paced outdoor activities such as cycling or skiing. They usually have a more enclosed design around the eyes to provide better protection. Polarised glasses offer advanced glare protection, which is particularly important in environments with lots of reflective surfaces such as water, snow or wet roads. Polarised lenses not only reduce glare, but also improve contrast and visual acuity, which is invaluable when observing nature or navigating the outdoors. Lens technologies and vision safety in bushcraft In bushcraft, where outdoor activities often take place in changing and demanding conditions, lens technologies in outdoor eyewear play a key role in protecting and improving vision. Photochromic lenses, which automatically adjust to changing light conditions, darkening in bright light and brightening in shade, are ideal in changing weather conditions. As a result, they provide optimum visibility in a variety of environments, from bright sunlight to the shade of a forest. Anti-reflective coatings significantly improve visual comfort by reducing glare and scattered light that can cause eye fatigue. These coatings are particularly important in environments where there are many bright surfaces, such as snow or water. Polarised lenses eliminate blinding glare from horizontal surfaces, which improves visual acuity and contrast. This is extremely important when navigating through waterways or when observing nature in bright conditions. UV protection is key, as prolonged exposure to harmful UVA and UVB rays can lead to damage to vision. High-quality lenses provide 100% UV protection, which is essential for any outdoor activity. How to fit glasses for different weather conditions? Fitting glasses for different weather conditions requires an understanding of how different types of lenses and coatings perform in specific environments. In bright, sunny light, eyewear with dark sun lenses that provide protection from intense light and UV rays are best. These lenses should also have an appropriate level of polarisation to reduce glare, especially for activities on snow or water. In changing light conditions, such as frequent transitions from light to dark areas, photochromic lenses are the ideal choice. These lenses dynamically adjust their tint, providing optimal vision in different environments. On cloudy days, it is advisable to choose glasses with lighter lenses to improve visibility by increasing contrast and brightness. These lenses should still offer UV protection, even if the sunlight is not intense. In conditions where there is strong wind, rain or snow, goggles with full side protection or goggles are the best choice. These offer protection not only from light, but also from wind, rain and snow, which is key to maintaining good visibility and protecting the eyes.