How to buy the perfect pair of sunglasses for hiking

Good quality hiking gear is not cheap. But, it is well worth investing a bit
of money into buying the best that you can afford. Doing so ensures that
you will be able to get plenty of wear out of what you buy. In the long
term, taking this approach will actually end up saving you money.
Today, we are going to look at buying an item of hiking gear that many
people forget about – sunglasses. A good pair like the ones you can find
on this website are stylish enough for you to be able to get plenty of
wear out of them. Here is a roundup of what you need to look for when
choosing a pair.

Consider buying a classic set of sunglasses
If you are planning to wear them for years to come, it is a good idea to
stick to the classics. They are the kind of sunglasses that never
completely go out of fashion. Often, you will be able to continue to wear
them despite your taste in clothing changing.

The right style for you
The fact that you are going to be wearing them so often means that the
style you choose is important. They need to suit you so it is important to
understand which lens shapes work best for you. The first step in doing
this is by correctly identifying your face shape. Reading this guide will
help you. Once you know what your face shape is you will be able to quickly narrow down your options. This short video shows you how to choose the right shape and style.

Get the fit right
When buying a pair of sunglasses to use for hiking, it is particularly
important to get the fit right. They need to stay in place, especially when
you are navigating rough terrain.

Do they provide adequate protection?
The lenses should provide adequate protection from the sun. But, they
must not be too dark. It is important to have a clear view of the terrain
you are walking on. If you do not it will be all too easy to miss your
footing and injure yourself.

Make sure you protect your sunglasses Having spent quite a bit of money on a good pair of sunglasses, it makes
sense to protect them. You do not want to have them rattling around in
your rucksack getting scratched. So, it is a really good idea to use a hard
case. But, make sure that it is not too bulky. You do not want it to take
up too much space.

It makes a massive difference to have the right sunglasses for the right situation

Consider buying a strap
On some days you can’t be sure what the weather is going to do. One
minute it will be raining, the next sunny. On days like that, you are going
to inevitably be putting your glasses on and off. You could buy a strap so
they can hang around your neck when not in use. If you have bought the
kind of case that has belt loops on the outside you could use that
instead. This is far better than constantly having to take your backpack
on and off to stow away or find your glasses.

What do you look for in a pair of hiking sunglasses?