Cool Sun Glasses For Racers

Everybody seems to have a sunglasses story. It usually starts out like, "I had a pair of nice sunglasses once, but then I lost them. I never lose the cheap ones, though. Sure, I look like Elvis did in 1972 when I wear these $1.99 specials, but..." Well, maybe that's not your story and maybe it's just pure coincidence that I've heard something like that over and over again. Why not give your eyes a treat and get some shades that are in style and offer solid protection from the sun? It's possible that those cheapos could be hurting your eyes by not actually blocking harmful UV rays, and your wide-open retinas are getting an unwanted tan. The redeeming qualities in premium sunglasses go way beyond looking good.

High-quality polarized lenses offer significant protection from the sun's harmful rays and can reduce eye strain on a bright day. Additionally, the view from behind quality lenses can enhance, rather than reduce, what your eyes are seeing. Sure, the price tags on most of the glasses in this guide are a bit steep (most are in the $50 to $120 range).

Essentially, you're paying for high-quality materials, a design that works, quality manufacturing, and of course, marketing. But if you take care of them and get in the habit of paying special attention to not misplacing them, then the investment is worth it. It's a real eye opener. This guide shows what top racers are wearing. Most of these people are under an exclusive contract to wear these brands of glasses, and some even have specific styles named after them.