The Best Golf Sunglasses for 2017
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The Best Golf Sunglasses for 2017

The Best Golf Sunglasses for 2017

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Do you wear sunglasses when you play golf? We think you should. In addition to protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays, sunglasses can provide protection from the wind (no more dry eyes), while enhancing the features of the golf course. Our goal for this buyers guide is to point you to a product that will not only protect your eyes, but will also improve the overall on-course experience and maybe even your game.

We searched for the ultimate pair of golf sunglasses.

High fashion isn’t on our radar, our top picks are real golf equipment; gear you put on before you hit your first shot and don’t take off until the last putt falls and it’s time to shake hands.

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We know the process of buying anything in today’s time has become stressful and time-consuming. We feel the best reviews are those that help you make the right choices and help you get the most out of your time and money. This way you can buy with confidence and eliminate a lot of the guesswork. We are here to help show you how a product will perform before you buy.

The Top 3

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In addition to our Top 3 (above) and our full ranking chart (below), for the first time ever in one of our Buyer’s Guides, we’re making our notes available to you so you learn a bit more about every product in this test and why it finished where it did. To read the notes for every pair of sunglasses tested, see our FULL TEST REPORT.

Full Results

2017 Sunglasses Rankings

BrandLensContrast & ClarityGlareCoveragePhobicityDurabilitySCORE
Oakley EVZERO PathPRIZM Golf1st9th2nd1st14th80.69
Bolle BoltV3 Golf7th1st1st8th2nd80.19
Rudy RydonGolf 1004th24th4th24th2nd73.31
Rudy AgonImpactX Golf3rd24th5th24th22nd71.88
Electric FadeOHM+ Rose2nd29th19th1st19th69.09
adidas WhipstartRed Mirror9th5th20th8th7th66.84
Serengeti PonzaRootbeer Brown5th9th10th1st28th66.41
Bolle BreakerV3 Golf7th9th15th8th11th66.22
Sundog ClutchTRUE BLUE Polarized11th5th20th14th4th64.53
Nike Premier 8Gunmetal Flash6th26th7th14th31st63.00
Smith OverdrivePolarized Gray19th3rd3rd8th28th62.69
Maui Jim KapunaMaui Rose17th2nd28th1st22nd62.00
Nike Golf X2Max Golf15th3rd20th14th19th61.28
Smith Arena MaxChromaPop Sun Green24th9th9th8th6th61.18
Sundog StackGrey Blue Mirror16th5th10th14th26th60.56
Maui Jim FrigateMaui HT12th9th28th1st22nd59.25
REKS Wrap AroundLUMOLUX Brown25th9th7th30th1st58.47
adidas Kumacross 2.0Matte Black Polarized27th9th10th8th14th58.31
NYX FalconArctic Blue19th9th10th14th14th58.31
Tifosi Seek FCGT (Golf/Tennis)13th9th20th26th14th58.31
Sundog Prime EXTAurora18th9th10th14th28th58.19
Tifosi Tyrant 2.0Brown Fototec27th9th5th26th11th57.78
Callaway MerlinP2X27th9th16th14th9th57.00
REKS Sling BladeLUMOLUX Brown25th5th20th30th4th55.66
UA OctaneGameday Multi19th9th16th14th26th55.16
Tifosi CritGT (Golf/Tennis)13th27th31st26th9th54.75
Electric Knoxville SOHM Gray31st9th26th1st19th54.66
NYX Pro Z-17Arctic Blue19th27th20th14th11th54.53
Callaway RaptorGreen Gray Mirror27th9th16th14th22nd54.43
Maho UluwatuPolarized Amber9th31st28th26th7th53.72
Maui Jim Red SandsBlue Hawaii19th29th26th1st14th52.94

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About This Test

 

To determine the best golf sunglasses, we tested both on the course and in the lab.

On course, our testers wore the glasses over several rounds of golf, judging each for contrast and clarity (near, far, and on the green), coverage, glare & reflections, as well as light transmission in both bright and shady areas.

In the lab, each model was put through a series of durability tests designed to simulate the wear and tear a pair of glasses might experience on the golf course. Tests involved twisting and bending frames, controlled drops into bunkers, and other scenarios intended to mimic the type of unpleasantries that befall sunglasses at the hands of golfers.

To test hydrophobicity, lenses were sprayed with water. We observed how well water beaded and ran off, and then judged how easily the remaining water was removed from the lens. To test oleophobicity, the test was repeated using sunscreen as our oily substance.

Several of the brands we tested offer so-called golf tints, but do you really need Golf Sunglasses?

The short answer is probably not. We found plenty of good options that weren’t specifically engineered for golf. That said, it may not be a coincidence that our top overall performers were developed for the golf course.

Here are some other things for you to consider…

Playing vs. Walking

Do you wear sunglasses while you swing, or do you only wear them while walking (or driving) from point A to point B? If you don’t wear shades while you swing, you can still benefit from options that offer enhanced downrange clarity – especially in the transition from fairway to green. If you’re not swinging with your glasses on, glare/reflection reduction and coverage aren’t nearly as important either.

Polarized vs. Photochromic vs. Normal

We tested three different types of lenses: polarized, photochromic, and what I suppose we can call normal or regular lenses.

Polarized lenses are most often associated with fishing, skiing, and other sports where significantly reducing glare is a necessity. Polarized lenses have special layers that filter horizontal light waves, reducing glare from snow, water, bright sand, and other reflective surfaces. They can make objects appear sharper, but some users report issues with depth perception and eye strain. If you use your phone during your round, be aware that polarized lenses can also distort the screen, making it difficult to read.

Photochromic lenses, most commonly associated with the Transitions brand, vary the amount of light transmitted through the lens as conditions change. Photochromic lenses are particularly beneficial if you play in changing conditions, spend lots of time moving from the fairway to beyond the tree line, or if you prefer to keep your glasses on later into the day. Be aware that some photochromic lenses can be slow to adapt which can result in brief periods of time where the lens is either too light or too dark.

Note that at least one of the lenses we tested is both Polarized and Photochromic.

Normal Lenses, like polarized and photochromic lenses provide UV protection, some filter blue light, but otherwise, offer no distinctive features beyond whatever tint the manufacturer has chosen to offer.

Light Transmission (VLT%)

While the experts we consulted agree that VLT (Visible Light Transmission) percentages aren’t exactly precise, they do give us a starting point from which to compare the relative brightness (or darkness) of a given lens. Despite some of the marketing claims, there’s no irrefutable science that suggests brighter is better or darker is better, but we think there’s logic to fitting your lenses to your environment. If you consistently play in sunny, open conditions where ambient light is in no short supply (e.g. Arizona), you should consider a low VLT (darker) lens. If you play tree-lined courses, under a mix of sunny and shady skies, or spend your round moving in an out of the shadows, then a higher VLT (brighter) or photochromic lens may prove more suitable for your needs.

Function vs. Style

For some, perhaps many, sunglasses are as much about fashion as they are sensible eye protection. If you don’t’ plan to swing with glasses on, you can get away with being a bit more fashion-forward. If you keep your glasses on for the duration of the round, function becomes significantly more important. The best wrap or sports styles provide better peripheral coverage and don’t enter into the field of view at any point before or during the swing. They also prevent disruptive light from entering or reflecting from the rear or periphery of the lens.

Neutral vs. High Contrast Tints

Green and Gray tints block light and reduce glare, while largely preserving the true colors of the golf course.

Copper, Brown, and Amber options offer a bit more contrast, often without introducing a significant color cast.

Red and Rose tints offer higher contrast and, at times, aggressive color enhancements. We found that these tints often provide better separation between foreground and background objects, an effect some testers described as HDR-like. Lenses featuring red and rose tints received the best scores on the putting green. While not all love the rendering of color, if you’re looking to make the golf course pop, consider a lens from this space.

Testing for this guide was divided into two basic categories: on-course and in the lab. Maximum scores were reserved for a single Best in Class product in each category.

On-Course – 75%

Contrast & Clarity (45 points) – For our most important metric, we considered the overall experience of wearing the glasses. Does the lens enhance the colors and contours of the golf course? Does it show the separation between the fairway and the green? Do the glasses make reading putts easier? Our top performers excel at balancing light while revealing the nuances of the golf course, while mediocre performers simply reduce the amount of light hitting the eyes.

Glare (15 points) – How susceptible is the combination of lens and frame to glare? Does light enter from the rear and side and cause hot spots that interfere with vision? While some designs did more harm than good in some situations, the best glasses we tested minimized the interference from direct and reflected light.

Coverage (15 points) – How well do the frame and lens cover the viewing area? Does the lens provide sufficient coverage or does it cause distractions? While some designs leave the frame or portions of the lens in view, the top performers in the category are nearly invisible.

Transmission (+/- 2 points) – Additional points were also added or subtracted to/from the On-Course category based on our tester’s judgment of the amount of light transmitted by the lens.

Lab – 25%

Oleo and Hydrophobicity (10 points) – All of the lenses in this test offer hydro and oleophobic coatings which are, as the description suggests, designed to repel water and oil. While we found similar performance across the majority of the models tested, our top performers did a better job of repelling the elements and were a bit easier to clean.

Lens & Frame Durability (15 points) – You shouldn’t expect any lens is going to remain unscathed after being dropped on concrete or asphalt, but given the price of some of the models tested, the lenses and frames should be able to hold up to a reasonable amount of wear and tear on the golf course. During our analysis, we scratched every lens in the test and broke or bent several frames. While poor performers suffered catastrophic failure, our top performers suffered only minimal damage to the lenses and/or frame.

*Although we note Fit where relevant, neither Style nor Fit was not graded for this guide as nearly all of the lenses tested are available in a variety of frames (style) and by extension, sizes (fit). Additionally, as nearly all (if not all) of the lenses in this test are ANSI certified for impact resistance, we did not test that aspect of durability.

Final grades were awarded based on total scores. Best Overall is our highest overall scoring pair of sunglasses, and awards are given to the top three sunglasses. Also, more specific Best in Class recognitions are awarded to sunglasses ranked best for certain criteria (e.g. Best Polarized, Best Photochromic).

We also give an “Editor’s Choice” and a “Best Buy” award to those products that provide value products that compete with the bigger names on performance.

To read additional details for each and every product tested, see our Full Test Report.

Golf Sunglasses Feature Comparison

ModelPricePolarizedPhotochromicWarrantyExtra LensesRX-Able
adidas Kumacross 2.0$139.00YESNO2 YearsNOYES
adidas Whipstart$139.00NONO2 YearsNOYES
Bolle Bolt$169.00NOYES2 YearsNOYES
Bolle Breaker$109.99NOYES2 YearsNOYES
Electric Knoxville S$120.00NONOLifetimeNONO
Electric Fade$160.00NONOLifetimeNONO
Maui Jim Red Sands$229.00YESNO2 YearsNOYES
Maui Jim Kapuna$299.99YESNO2 YearsNOYES
Nike Golf X2$186.00NONO2 YearsNOYES
Nike Premier 8$136.00NONO2 YearsNOYES
NYX Pro Z17$79.00NONO1 Year*NOYES (Insert)
NYX Falcon$89.00NONO1 Year*NOYES
Oakley EVZERO Path$170.00NONO2 YearsNOYES
REKS Wrap Around$50.00YESNO2 YearsNONO
REKS Sling Blade$50.00YESNO2 YearsNONO
Rudy Project Rydon$249.99NOYES2 YearsYESYES
Rudy Project Agon$274.99NOYES2 YearsNOYES
Serengeti Ponza$169.99YESYES2 YearsNOYES
Smith Pivlock Arena Max$189.00NONOLifetimeYESYES (Insert)
Smith Pivlock Overdrive$249.00YESNOLifetimeYESYES
Sundog Prime EXT$69.99NONOLifetimeNONO
Sundog Stack$69.99NONOLifetimeNONO
Sundog Clutch Polarized$149.99YESNOLifetimeNONO
Tifosi Seek FC$49.95NONOLifetimeNONO
Tifosi Crit$69.95NONOLifetimeYESNO
Tifosi Tyrant 2.0$79.95NOYESLifetimeNONO
UA Octane$99.99NONOLifetimeNOYES
Maho Uluwatu$95.00YESNOLifetimeNOYES
Callaway Merlin$92.00YESNO1 YearNONO
Callaway Raptor$89.00YESNO1 YearNONO
Maui Jim Frigate$329.00YESNO2 YearsNOYES
* NYX lists its warranty as 1-year, however, they tell us that they frequently extend to two years.
While several companies offer a lifetime warranty, be advised that there is very often a fee associated with a warranty claim, and not all brands honor the spirit of the warranty.

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      cadwell Collins

      4 years ago

      Wondering if you have ever reviewed the Peak vision sunglasses

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      Zach

      4 years ago

      Please notify & inform readers that polarized lenses shift colors based on many factors such as the angle of the sun/time of day, etc. and for this reason are not recommended for use in many sports (also forbidden if you’re a pilot flying). The “special filters” mentioned in the article is a loose definition and it’s not wrong by any means but you really are seeing through a filter that changes colors and it really can have a profound effect on depth perception… not MLB baseball players are going to want to have to catch a fly-ball with a polarized lens… don’t believe me… try out some polarized lenses and look up at the sky and tilt your head left and right… depending on time of day you can see a profound color shift… me personally… I’d never recommend polarized for golf. Save those for boating, beach-going, and fishing maybe

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      Christine

      6 years ago

      My eyes are becoming weaker as time goes by and its becoming a little hard to see objects from far.. I have glasses for that but I’d love to have prescription sunglasses for golf; this article was more than helpful… Thankyou so much

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      JDG

      6 years ago

      First, thanks to MGS for this review. I had no idea where to start, so this was incredibly helpful.

      I rarely comment, but I want to return the favor for all the comments which helped me decide. I bought three pair mentioned in the article and comments, so I thought I’d share my experience.

      Jackson Safety (Nemesis) – Yea, they are $6, but they aren’t in the same class as the Tifosi and should never be compared to the Bolle sunglasses. On the course, they were fine and compared well to my regular $15 CVS sunglasses. They are great for yardwork and projects around the house where you want safety but don’t want to wear big, ugly safety glasses.

      Tifosi (Seek) – Picked these up for about $40 on Amazon. The clarity was stunning and quite an upgrade from the Nemesis, my CVS sunglasses, and even my trusty 16-year-old RayBans, which had been my everyday glasses. The lenses were only slightly lighter than the Nemesis, but it wasn’t enough to be a big deal. These would have been a nice upgrade, until…

      Bolle (Bolt with Modulator V3 Golf lens) – It took me a bit to understand how the lens/frame combos work on Amazon, but I was all set once I figure out which models had the V3 golf lens. They were about $150. I’d never experienced specialty lenses before, so I was blown away when I put these on for the first time. I could write a book about how much I love these sunglasses, but I’ll try to just point out some highlights:

      – The clarity and contrast was spectacular. They aren’t as dark as the others, but my eyes felt much more relaxed. I’m not sure if it’s due to the particular light spectrum they block, but the reduction in eye strain was noticeable from the very beginning. Also, because they are a little lighter, I find myself wearing them later into the even rounds and in other situations where “regular” sunglasses would be too dark.

      – A huge advantage these lenses have over others is the ability to see clearly in shaded areas. I spend a good about of time looking for golf balls in the woods, so this has allowed me to see much better and not have to remove my sunglasses as often while playing.

      – The coverage is amazing. As the article mentions, the bottom of the lens touched my cheek. This was really weird at first, but I stopped noticing it after a few days.

      – The nose pads adjusted easily for a great fit. The temples are pretty tight on my large head, but I’m trying to shape them a bit. I’m nervous about breaking them – even though they seem very durable – so I’m very slowly flexing them from time to time. I’m also getting used to the tension.

      – These do not move, and I’ve been as sweaty as I’ve ever been on a golf course. I’ve worn these every day for three weeks, including seven rounds of golf, and I can’t recall a time where I’ve had to push them up into place. Add in the coverage and the weight (or lack thereof) and I often don’t even think about the fact I’m wearing sunglasses.

      These instantly became my daily wear sunglasses, and I’ve barely worn anything else since these arrived.

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      Bret Carroll

      7 years ago

      I tried a lot of sunglasses to have for playing golf. I used to primarily wear Oakley, but this time I couldn’t find a pair that were stable. I ended up going with Henrick Stenson Eyewear – Iceman. I highly recommend including them in your next test.

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      Raymond CHASTEL

      7 years ago

      Many golfers are seniors and they wear prescription lenses .I’m over 83 and of course I have to wear Hypermetropic correcting lenses .They are tinted either blue or brown in the sun ,depending the one I carry on a given day (I have two pairs ).
      The problem is only for putting from short distance as I am also presbyte .i don’t wear variable focus glasses (I hate them !)

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      Chris

      7 years ago

      After reading this article I purchased the Oakley Prizm lenses for my Holbrook frames. Previously I found myself frequently removing my sunglasses while I was golfing and figured I could save a few bucks just buying the lenses. First time on the course today with them and I was very happy. I never removed my sunglasses over the nine holes due to it being too dark. I also noticed that even though it was quite sunny, I never had to squint either even though the course seemed lit up through the tint of the lenses. I never would have even considered a lens change had this test not come out, so thank you for the great work!

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      Joe Baker

      7 years ago

      Can’t get over this guy’s hair in the sunglasses photos. 1987.

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      Ken

      7 years ago

      I love the golf prizm from oakley. I have 4 pair. Probably too many. They put this lens in a number of different frames so don’t worry too much about the durability just get a full frame pair. I just posted a pair of mine for sale in the forum section

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      Lee

      7 years ago

      After Tifosi & Bolle V-3, I tried Orion. Very nice, light clear, comfortable. Only cost $50-60. Well worth trying

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      TR1PTIK

      7 years ago

      Wish Tifosi had performed a little better in the test. I really enjoy their sunglasses (I own 4 pairs). Still a great bargain when they’re half price or less of the competition.

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      Al Bray

      7 years ago

      Are there “golf” sunglasses that fit over regular glasses??

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      Mike E

      7 years ago

      I’d love to know this as well.

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      Steven C

      7 years ago

      Great test. Can you make any generalizations about polarized vs non-polarized and lens color based on the test?

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      Tony Covey

      7 years ago

      Broad strokes… For the most part, tints performed as the expert we consulted with told us they would. Gray and green proved neutral. With that you get truer color rendition, but less contrast, or what I would describe as separation from background and foreground object. Rose and Red get you higher contrast, at the expense of a color cast. On a comparative basis, the MJ red, Tifosi’s EC and Rudy Project’s Racing Red are less aggressively tinted than the Oakley PRIZM or Electric OHM+ Rose, but the color cast is still appreciable. Brown and Amber warm scenery a bit and the contrast is somewhere in the middle. You can think of it as the choice between low, mid, and high contrast – though this is where you have to separate clarity from contrast a bit. Rudy’s ImpactX and Golf 100 lens are exceptionally clear, but you don’t get the pop you get from red/rose.

      There were also one or two oddballs in the mix. Nike’s Golf lens, for example, runs cool. It puts a gentle blue cast on everything, which really deepens blue skies without the unnatural rendition you get from red/rose.

      Regarding polarized, I think it’s important to remember that polarized lenses are designed to cut reflective glare from ice, snow, water, as well as other bright surfaces. Polarization can make sense for golf if you play on a course with a ton of water and/or plenty of bright white sand. If that’s not the case, we didn’t really find much benefit as nearly everything we tested was plenty good at smoothing out the light on the grass and whatnot.

      While it’s not universally true, polarized lenses also trend dark. Light transmission rates (VLT%) are generally lower than with normal lenses and are often darker than the low range on a photochromic lens. We found that darker tints – inlcuding most of the polarized – are fine when you’re playing in open areas and direct sunlight. If you’ve got shade from trees, have to go stomping through the woods looking for a ball, or clouds roll in, most are too dark and have to come off. For me that’s a non-starter since, in addition to UV protection and killing glare, I’m a huge proponent of wearing shades to keep the wind from drying out your eyeballs.

      If you’re not going to go with a Photochromic lens, the minimum VLT% I’d recommend is 15%, and I’d error on the side of too bright. If you think you want polarized, and don’t want to risk going too dark, the Serengeti lens is excellent and because its also Photochromic, it does a better job than most of managing the available light.

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      Steven C

      7 years ago

      Thanks. This is really helpful.

      Richard Zuliani

      7 years ago

      Polarized lenses will remove the shine from the green so you will not be able to use that method to see the grain
      Some yellow in the tint (which you will get with bronze or brown) will increase the contrast

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      mackdaddy

      7 years ago

      I put much better with my Oakley Half Flack with the rose prism lens.

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      Terry McDowell

      7 years ago

      even better than with no sunglasses?

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      Regis

      7 years ago

      I started wearing sunglasses every time I played starting about 20 years ago. I also wear them almost anytime that I drive. I found that the best are also the best sunglasses that were initially developed for fishing especially flats fishing. With all due deference to Oakley and Bolle who make great glasses, nobody can touch Costa or Zevo in my opinion and they come in all shades and tints and lens types

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      Terry McDowell

      7 years ago

      did you mean revo?

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      Tony Covey

      7 years ago

      We’ll add Revo to the list for next. Costa’s reps told us samples would be sent…never arrived. It’s one thing when we need to make the decision to buy a product we feel must be included in a test, it’s another when a company says its in, and then doesn’t deliver the product.

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      Joel

      7 years ago

      Couldn’t agree more! I got the Oakley Prizm Golfs this year and am so happy I did. After wearing Maui Jims for years, the contrast of the Oakley glasses are miles ahead of everything else.

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      Jeff Farrer

      7 years ago

      I have been an Oakley guy since 2003…M Frames with heater lenses. My eyes are very sensitive to light. Switched off between the G30 and VR28 lens…both are great. One Amber…One Rose. I did give in and get the M2 frame with the prizm golf lens. It is very good…I’d say a G30 on steroids IMO.

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      leftybradd

      7 years ago

      I was disappointed that no Kaenon sunglasses were tested. Their are several tour pros that use them plus a ton of MLB players. I have had a pair of Hard Kore glasses with the G12 lenses for a decade. I can’t find anything better. They are not cheap, but they have the best lenses I have ever used. I will check out the Oakley but I doubt they will compare. I hope to be surprised. I think the Hard Kore retails for around $230 but you can probably get them on eBay for half that.

      They have both polarized and non Polarized, I prefer polarized on the course, I find I have less eye strain. Happy shopping everyone

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      Mats

      7 years ago

      I miss Henrik Stenson Eyewear in this test. I just bought a pair of Stinger’s and I really like the pink lens. Great value and good looking for being a performance design. Try them out, I guess you’ll be surprised how comfortable they are….. :-)

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      Alex

      7 years ago

      Go out to any work safe and buy some safety glasses, they do the same job for couple of bucks and they have good UV protection

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      Terry McDowell

      7 years ago

      Jack Nemesis safety glasses for the win

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      Kenny B

      7 years ago

      I wear prescription sunglasses while driving (car, not golf!), but I do not wear them playing golf. I do have the Bolle Bolt with V3 and I am quite happy with them. However, I will only wear them when it’s full sun (most of the time here in the desert). If it gets a little cloudy or the shadows are a little long, off they come. When it’s not bright, it seems that my depth perception is a little off.

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      Dave S

      7 years ago

      I’m one who wears sunglasses the whole time I’m playing. I really do this only bc I dislike being outside in the sun w/o sunglasses on; I wear them everywhere. I don’t have special “golf sunglasses,” but just wear my Ray-Ban polarized Wayfarers. How much better would these actually be? There are some on here that no matter how good they are, I just can’t get over the aggressive styling (the ones that look like baseball player glasses and wrap around). I’d wear them if golf was my job, but it isn’t. To that point, I was intrigued by the Electric Fad and Adidas Whipstart b/c they have more traditional styling. Do you really think I’ll get enough of a benefit on the course by switching to these over my polarized Ray-Bans?

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      Tony Covey

      7 years ago

      Maybe… How’s that for helpful. It might be something that, for the most part, polarized lenses didn’t finish among the best. Some golfers swear by them, personally, I didn’t find a single pair in this test that I love. Obviously, it’s not a hard and fast rule, but the majority of the polarized stuff we tested trends dark, which can be an issue. Over the course of testing, I became a big fan of photochromic lenses, and the Rudy Project ImpactX specifically.

      The Fade offers tremendous resolution with an appreciable color cast. The Whipstart is fantastic as well, and perhaps a bit more neutral.

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      Flashy Longballer

      7 years ago

      Definitely pro-high quality eyewear for golfing. I’ve been a long time consumer with experience with many of the Luxottica, including Oakley. I do like Oakley’s products and the majority of the time their customer service and warranty have been good, but I’ve had ample M Frame lenses were the antifog/whatever coatings have delaminated from exposure to sweat, sunblock or whatever and they’ve not always worked with me on that. I’ve not had such issues with Maui Jim, Persol or others, but I also own more Oakley products than any of the others.

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      Tony Covey

      7 years ago

      Safe to say that support reviews, particular support for so-called lifetime warranties are mixed across much of this particular board.

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      Rich

      7 years ago

      I have Oakley Radarlocks with prism lenses and I swear that they distort my depth perception when golfing. I have no problems with my Maui Jims however. Does anybody notice anything like this?

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      TR1PTIK

      7 years ago

      I’ve noticed distortion issues with numerous sunglasses and safety glasses which is what made me fall in love with Tifosi so much. All of their lenses I’ve tried have been the distortion free.

      Reply

      Jamie Colburn

      7 years ago

      Prism lens are by far the best for golf imo.

      Reply

      Luke Wooldridge

      7 years ago

      I agree the prizm lenses are way too overdone. I’m still rocking g30 lenses

      Reply

      MyGolf Spy

      7 years ago

      I was in the minority of testers, but I prefer the G30s as well. My personal favorite in this test is Rudy Project’s ImpactX Golf lens. It’s almost completely neutral for color rendition, the clarity and contrast are excellent, and the lighting is always just right. – TC

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      Rekklss

      7 years ago

      I did not see your test of holding the glasses out at arm’s length & rotate up & down to check for distortion from top to bottom of the lens. Oakley’s do not measure up after being bought by Luxottica. Maui Jim’s have the best clarity & are distortion free. Plus they are not part of Luxottica. Just my .O2 cents.

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      Drew

      7 years ago

      These sunglasses cost $5 to make in Taiwan and other Asian countries…another money grab. No thanks.

      Reply

      Large chris

      7 years ago

      Precisely. Money is no object for me but no way I’m paying thousands of percent markups for anything.

      Reply

      Chuck Ludwig

      7 years ago

      What about Prescription costs & details for each Company?

      Reply

      Tony Covey

      7 years ago

      Quite honestly, we didn’t go too deep into that particular pile of weeds.

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      Max

      7 years ago

      Revo Open Road lenses are the best I’ve tried. Kaenon C28 lenses are amazing as well. I tried the Electric golf specific green lenses and they were fun, but my brain couldn’t handle the tint for some reason and they just seemed too different. Oakley G30 were good. I prefer a brown/copper/amber tint over pink/red, though.

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      Eric

      7 years ago

      where are Kaenon’s? I saw Couples wearing a pair a couple years back, and so picked them up as well as the g30 lense oakleys, and my oakleys never see the light of day. The Kaenon’s are hands down better than Oakley’s golf lense.

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      Tony Covey

      7 years ago

      Sufficed to say we got a bit of the run around treatment from Kaenon. Eventually, we tracked down someone who said samples would be sent (well after our deadline). Even with the extension, nothing came. We might have considered purchasing them, but as I said, they told us they’d send something and failed to follow through.

      Reply

      Ray Adrianson

      7 years ago

      What about the millions of people that wear percription glasses?

      Reply

      Tony Covey

      7 years ago

      Check the chart. We listed which models are RX-able by the manufacturer.

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      David

      7 years ago

      I’ll take Maui Jim’s every day over these looks.

      Reply

      Tony Covey

      7 years ago

      Solid lens in the Maui Jim’s but not really on par with respect to coverage, which found was extremely important for golfers who keep their glasses on for the duration. If you don’t swing with your glasses on, the MJ stuff is perfectly good with the Maui Red, in particular, being excellent.

      Reply

      Pete S

      7 years ago

      I have a version of the Prizm’s from Oakley. They are fantastic.

      Reply

      Terry McDowell

      7 years ago

      I use Jack Nemesis safety glasses that look like Oakleys but cost $6

      Reply

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