SEE the LIGHT

No mere fashion accessory to be added without a second thought, sunglasses are mission-critical gear for the offshore angler. Staring into the sun's brutally harsh glare for that first sign of a bite is all part of the game, and it's truly impossible without a good pair of polarized glasses on your face. Here are our top picks.

HOOK LAST CALL (A)

Designed by optical-industry pros who also love fishing, Hook Optics are designed to give fishermen the edge in any aquatic environment, especially offshore. Last Call was named in honor of Capt. Franky Pettolina, president of the Ocean City Marlin Club and a passionate offshore angler who passed away in 2021.

PARALLEL ZION (B)

Based in Southern California, the Parallel Eyewear team enjoys a variety of outdoor sports, including fishing. The Zion frame in Amber Stripe really stands out, especially when combined with the BR16 Neox polarized lens, which offers glare protection, a crystal-clear image, and a perfect level of tint.

COSTA TUNA ALLEY PRO (C)

Costa's ultra-popular Tuna Alley Pro style now comes in one of the company's top-selling frame colorways, Tiger Shark. Pro Series upgrades include sweat-management channels and eye-wire drains, improved Hydrolite rubber, adjustable nose pads, top hooding and side shields, and metal keeper slots. Match it with either gray or green polarized glass lenses for maximum performance.

FIN NOR FLYBRIDGE (D)