You should use polarized lenses to block glare, be able to see deeper into the water and protect your eyes from strain.
When you’re out fishing, most of the time the weather is bright and sunny. Glare is one of the enemies you face when out there on the water.
Glare results from light waves being reflected off solid surfaces like water, snow or sand. When the sun’s rays hit the water, they bounce off and come straight into your eyes. Apart from being a nuisance, glare decreases your vision, depth perception and distorts colors. This makes it harder to see causing you to squint and experience eye strain and headaches.
A polarized lens is coated with a chemical that blocks glare allowing only the vertical light waves direct light to pass while blocking reflected light. This way polarized lenses reduce up to 98% of reflected light.
With incoming surface glare eliminated, visual clarity is improved, contrast enhanced, and the true perception of colors enabled. Images look darker and cooler, objects are crisp and clear, and details are easier to see. You distinguish rocks, fish, and other life under the water. Plus you no longer have to strain and suffer from eye fatigue.
But, not all polarized lenses are created equal. The level of polarization treatment applied and therefore the glare reduction varies.
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