Surfing Waves

My eyes are killing me after every session. Which surf Eyewear works? Polarized?

I’ve got serious red bump on Sclera of right eye. Wind and sun is making it worse. Which shades work?

I tried a Oakley, Seaspecs and Icicles – they all fog. What works?

Doctor says give it up or get surf goggles. So which pair do I need?

Has anyone tried anything that works good on the water? Won’t fog or spot?

Hi and welcome to the forum. I have put all your threads into on thread as they are all asking the same question.

KS

kre8tiv,
My eyes are very sensitive to bright light and I was snow blind early on when learning to surf. So, I have tried a variety of solutions.

Absolutely no fog and no droplets is not possible. But, I have found something that works pretty well.

However, I have been using a pair of Silverfish sunglasses with polarized and corrective lenses for many years. In fact, my corrective lenses are bi-focal. But, the lenses were made without the old-fashioned bi-focal line (i.e., progressive). This is what my sunglasses look like:
http://www.silverfish.com/eyewear/Discount-Surf.html?gclid=COeOvt-L4rUCFQwFnQodA38ANQ

To minimize fogging, I use a diver's anti-fog solutions. I use this one the most
http://www.sportchalet.com/product/300634_0178940.do?kwid=mcnett+sea+drops+1.25+oz.&gclid=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sportchalet.com%2Fproduct%2F300634_0178940.do

and this one when the air and water temperatures are really cold
http://www.sportchalet.com/product/300634_0949970.do?kwid=mcnett+sea+gold+1.24oz.&gclid=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sportchalet.com%2Fproduct%2F300634_0949970.do

I place these solutions on the inside of the lens. (I'm a born motorcyclist. Long before these anti-fog solutions, Fog City Shields, and other products were available, I taught my riding buddies to slice open a raw potato and rub it on their face shields for Winter riding.)

Most often, I don't worry about spots on the exterior of the lens. But, when I'm in the mood, I'll use this windshield (windscreen) product:


There are several vendors selling sunglasses like the ones I use. An important feature is having a non-elastic strap. A non-elastic strap stays on when you wipe out. Two other features I like: 1) as much peripheral vision as possible (goggles provide none), and 2) very thin frame holding lens so that water cannot accumulate.

Your mileage will vary.

I have cataracts and to try and stop those getting worse I bought a cheap pair or wraparounds, (£20), they are polarizing; so good for UVa and UVb. The wraparounds stop the wind and spray, and also on the side. I've attached a lanyard that is then attached to the wet-suit so I don't loose them. Because they are not goggles they don't fog up. Only problem is now and again they come off and pick up a little wax from the board: that's difficult to clean off in the sea. Other than that, its one of the best things I've done, as the sun is predominantly in the eyes at my local beach and it has made my life so much easier.

Greg

"Thank you for the feedback. I have heard good things about Oakley and Kurtis Surf Goggles. These offer a polarized custom fit, but has anyone tried them http://www.KurtisUSA.com ?"

Oakley Surf sunglasses are definitely a users best choice. With great design and comfortable fitting, it offers great quality too. I got it from an online store years ago, and have the new feeling till date.