Gone are the days of playing outdoors in the 80 degree weather for hours on end, leisure trips to sandy beaches, and Sunday picnics in the park. But just because the summer season is over doesn’t mean there is no use for some high quality shades and other specs. The sun still comes out during […]
Of course, wearing sunglasses also helps to protect your eyes from ultraviolet rays. If your eyes aren’t protected, you actually run a risk of getting skin cancer, which can form on the eyelid. Wearing sunglasses means you are not just helping to protect your actual eyeball, but also the surrounding skin. Additionally, over-exposure to the […]
As we wrap up the summer and prepare for a good long football season, sports fans are gearing up for a round of game nights, barbecues, and enthusiastic backyard practices. We prepare for the oncoming wave of sporting events in a variety of ways and many people are hitting the gym and fighting off that summer […]
Need to upgrade your current pair of sunglasses to something a bit newer, fresher, and more stylish? There is no better time to invest in a new pair of quality Nike sunglasses than the summer season when the weather has warmed up and the sun is shining brightly. If you are looking for something practical yet […]
Wiley X is a popular brand of eye wear all on its own and there are many good reasons why. There is a seemingly endless array of high quality eye wear options for anyone in need of glasses whether it is for indoor work, outdoor work, general protective purposes, sports, or recreational activities. Not only […]
No matter the season, people who drive often understand the importance of a good pair of sunglasses. Whether you are a semi driver, a parent who totes kids around daily, or a pizza delivery person, you know that without sunglasses, long stretches of driving in the sun can be absolutely torturous. On top of that, […]
The importance of preventive maintenance in caring for your prescription Wiley X glasses cannot be overstated. Failure to make maintenance a top priority can interfere with your safety and visual acuity. By adopting a proactive approach to caring for your eyewear, you can get the most out of your investment and extend the life of […]
Unlike a factory floor or construction site, the home is considered a place of safety and security. Safety conscious people are aware of many of the home’s more obvious eye hazards such as power tools, lawn mowers, and harsh cleaning agents. However, the home is filled with other less obvious hazards that can take the […]
Few adults want to look older than their years. Although many young adults are unconcerned about losing their youthful appearance, they too will reach a point in their lives where their attitude changes. How do Nike prescription sunglasses fit into this? In two ways. First, there’s no denying how your choice of attire affects your […]
For those unfamiliar with the activity, sailing seems idyllic. However, this viewpoint will quickly change for the unprepared. First of all, for those who are complete landlubbers, the boat motions in the water can be unsettling. On heavy seas, the rolling, pitching, and yawing motions combined with the constant sun glare can give you headaches or […]
Spring and summer are the best times of the year for enjoying the outdoors. How people indulge in outdoor pursuits will depend on individual interests and inclinations. Some like the vigor of intense athleticism, while others engage in non-athletic yet physically active pursuits. In either case, performance and enjoyment depend on your vision. This in […]
Summer is on its way, and that means it’s almost time to head outside for some warm weather fun. Unfortunately, the bright, summer sun can sometimes put a damper on all of that outdoor excitement. After all, who wants to hang out outside when the sun is blinding them? If you are one of the […]
Light sensitivity, also called photophobia, is discomfort caused by light. For those with mild sensitivity to light, only bright lighting bothers them. For those with an extreme sensitivity, almost any lighting is uncomfortable. Light sensitivity isn’t caused by any one ailment or disease. Instead, it’s a symptom of a number of possible underlying problems. These […]
Prescription Wiley-X glasses are available with a patented removable foam facial cavity seal. This seal effectively converts a pair of glasses into goggles in that it seals the eyes from wind, dust, debris, and peripheral light. Unlike goggles, you can quickly convert them back into normal glasses, and they’re much more stylish. These glasses are […]
For some sports, you can get by without progressive lenses because they only require vision correction for distance. If you’re a runner, a single vision lens for distance works fine if you don’t need to read a map and if you’re running on pavement. However, map usage will require near vision and running on trails […]
The poet T. S. Eliot once said that the journey, not the destination matters. This sums up why some travelers prefer long road trips. For many of them, the destination is just an excuse to see the country up close and personal. The United States spans four time zones and has a great diversity of […]
The fisherman’s arsenal is full of many tools. Different anglers will emphasize various tools such as the rod, reel, hook, or lure. Some even swear by high-tech devices such as sonar, which displays groups of fish below the boat. However, one item that few mention that can make or break the success of a fishing outing […]
Climbing encompasses a broad range of outdoor activities involving elevation gain by using two, three, or four of your limbs. Climbing is broken into five classes (categories). These are: Class 1. Walking on a trail. Class 2 and 3. Hiking/climbing up a steep incline/hill where the hands are occasionally used. A rope isn’t needed. Class […]
People age differently. Some look younger than their years while others look older. A major reason for this is ultraviolet (UV) light exposure. Parts of the body that get little sunlight exposure are always less aged and damaged than the face. People disinclined to go outdoors, or who always use sun block, have more youthful […]
There are many glare reduction options for eyewear today. These include tints of different colors and shade darknesses. Darker shades cut down more sunlight than lighter shades, while different colors enhance contrast perception in different ways. There are also transition tints that change their darkness levels in response to sunlight brightness. With Transition tints, one […]
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