Polarized Vs Not Polarized

[Tyrone]

Is it worth it to get polarized lenses opposed to unpolarized ones?

 

[ChrisTopherloaf]

Here is what I noticed with polarized lenses. They're very good if you're constantly outside. Especially if you're on water. They're awesome for on a lake or near the ocean. Great optical clarity, little to no transition in perspective effects. However, where I gave mine up is where they leave a rainbow effect on car windows and especially for me, motorcycle helmet visors. It's very distracting.

 

[OakleyFrankFMJ]

Honestly, you should try both and see which works best for you. Polarized is not for everyone.....but I personally wear polarized and don't find the rainbows on car windows bothersome.....

 

[The Game]

but I personally wear polarized and don't find the rainbows on car windows bothersome.....

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[ChrisTopherloaf]

Yep, it goes without saying, YMMV. All in all it's a better lens. Just not for me!

 

[Ecko]

I drive a lot and use polarized for that. Helps with the road glare.

 

[Brett28]

I prefer polar in every lens I own, it just seems that much more clear, and is great for driving, fishing, just about everything. A full face helmet may be one exception for sure, I have yet to wear one with polar oaks.

 

[nlgrav182]

Once you wear polarized, you will never want to go back to non-polarized. It is a world of difference. You'll wonder how you ever got by without them...

 

[OakleyGuru379]

If i didnt have polarized sunglasses when there is snow on the ground, i wouldnt be able to stand it.

 

[Rezechs]

If you're planning to buy a pair for driving i'd make sure your window doesn't have a rainbow effect they can cause in some car windows, mine doesn't do this but i can notice it in other peoples cars and it can get rather annoying.