Optics Outfitter Blog

Riding motorcycles is an exhilarating experience; it gives you a sense of freedom while letting you see the world from a whole new perspective. But with that kind of freedom comes responsibility—and safety is always essential. One of the basic necessities of being safe while riding is having a full visual of the road ahead of you and being aware of the things around you. You might be a casual biker who loves strolling in the city or a speed enthusiast who’s into races. Either way, you'll need prescription biker sunglasses that can block out the fast-blowing dust and wind,...

Pickleball is a fun, fast-growing sport that combines the best aspects of badminton, tennis, and ping pong. It’s suitable for all ages and fitness levels, and only requires three primary equipment: paddles, a ball, and a net.  When you are out on the pickleball court, you need to have the best vision possible. The game is played fast, and you need to be able to accurately judge the distance, speed, spin, and trajectory of the ball as it flies across the court. This means that picking out the right pair of prescription sports glasses is just as important as having...

Basketball has always been a physically demanding, fast-paced, and high-scoring game where players are always on the ball. Whether you are a professional or recreational basketball player, the sport's inherent contact nature increases the risk of accidental falls, hits, and collisions when players go for rebounds, block shots, or try to steal the ball from an opponent. According to annual data from Prevent Blindness, basketball is often the top sport for eye injuries. There's so much action happening at one time, and injuries to the eye can happen quickly and without warning. As a player, having the protection of prescription...

As women’s and girls’ lacrosse continue to grow, so does the need to address the role of appropriate corrective eyewear. If you wear corrective lenses/prescription glasses, there are new options available for you. U.S. Lacrosse (USAL) has updated their game rules in January 2020, requiring women and girls to wear an SEI (Safety Equipment Institute)-certified protective eyewear that meets the current ASTM standard, F3077-17. This rule change was designed to minimize or significantly reduce rare but catastrophic eye injuries due to the impact and penetration of lacrosse balls. An SEI certification ensures that every eyewear meets specific performance requirements such...

When people think of racket sports, they often think of tennis. Though tennis is one of the most popular forms of racket sports out there, there are still a lot of alternative options available. Pickleball, racquetball, and squash are among the other racket sports where having superior hand-eye-body coordination is a real advantage.  Sharp, clear vision is essential to the quick reactions and split-second decisions players make with every score. That is why if you’re having trouble seeing the ball, one of the best decisions you can make is investing in a quality pair of racket sports glasses. Guide to...