Skimboarding Sunglasses

Skimboarder Bill Bryan, 12 time World Champion, in Laguna Beach, CA

When choosing sunglasses for surfing, consider the following:

1. A rigid frame with minimal give helps keep frames on your head. Flexible frames fail in the surf for the same reason that goggles fail - too much give lets them come off too easily. (Road Trip, Whistler, S Rat and Standard are all rigid frames.)

2. A non-elastic strap is required for the same reasons mentioned above. (Road Trip, Whistler, S Rat and Standard come with non-elastic straps.)

3. Ventilation is important when surfing in colder waters - 66ºF, 19ºC and below. (Whistler and S Rat frames have a removable nose piece that separates the frame from the face to increase ventilation.)

4. A removable strap allows for use out of the water. (Included with Road Trip, Whistler and S Rat frames. Standard is offered as an option.)

5. For asian or wider faces, consider a wider frame. (Whistler and Road Trip frames)

6. For really thick prescriptions, you will need a flatter frame front to accept your lenses. (In order of flatness - S Rat, Whistler/ Road Trip, Standard)

7. A leash in addition to the strap keeps you from searching for your glasses after a bad wipe-out.

All SILVERFISH SURF SUNGLASSES INCLUDE THE ITEMS BELOW
-Polarized lenses cut down glare, or vertical light that reflects off flat surfaces such as water, wet roads, etc.
-100% UVA/UVB protection
-Polycarbonate lenses