Summer is here, and sunglasses are a necessity for those of you who plan on spending many days outside in the sun. There are certainly benefits to wearing sunglasses, such as the prevention of wrinkles that happen from squinting in sunlight all day. If you want to spend hours hiking in the woods, then sunglasses are a great way to keep your eyes protected.
There are more sunglasses being made than ever before! From Oakley to Ray-Ban, we went through them all to select the best sunglasses for hiking in 2022!
Oakley Fuel Cell PRIZM / MENS
These sunglasses feature a timeless look, and they do an outstanding job of blocking sunlight without making everything too dark. They are probably the most durable sunglasses on our list, making them the perfect pair of sunglasses for men looking to go hiking in any climate.
FEATURES
- Polarized / Prizm tech
- Plastic Frame and Lens
- Lens width: 60mm
- Mirror Coating coating
- Comes with accessories
CURRENT PRICE
There are various color options for the Oakley Fuel Cell sunglasses, but the price is typically around $120-$180. There is also a non-polarized option, which is the cheaper pair that sells for about $120.
Maui Jim Women’s Starfish Cat-Eye Sunglasses
The best hiking sunglasses for women, easily! These Maui Jim Starfish sunglasses look amazing, and feel amazing. They block out the sun with ease, without sacrificing your vision with overly dark lenses. They’re not cheap, but they are worth every penny. The quality is outstanding, and even though you may want to protect them – they are not delicate and are a great pair of sunglasses for women to wear while hiking.
FEATURES
- Nylon Frame
- Glass Lens
- Polarized
- UV Protection
- Lens width: 56mm
- Lens height: 47mm
- Arm: 140mm
- “PolarizedPlus2 lens technology that go beyond shielding your eyes from glare and harmful UV rays by enhancing colors to reveal the true beauty of the world around you”
CURRENT PRICE
Maui Jim Women’s Starfish Cat-Eye Sunglasses are for sale on Amazon for $262 at the time of this writing. There is a black pair that sells for $282, but you can always pick these up for less than $300 if you shop online.
DUDUMA TR90 – Best Budget Pair for men and women
These are easily the best for both men and women if you’re looking to buy a pair under $50. They are affordable, they come in a variety of colors, and they work well! If you’re out hiking and brand doesn’t matter to you, then go with the Duduma TR90 sunglasses.
FEATURES
- Affordable
- 100% UV400 UV Protection
- Scratch Resistant
- Durable/Flexible Plastic Frame
- Color Options
- Polarized
CURRENT PRICE
Definitely one of the more affordable sunglasses you will find mentioned on our website, as we are huge fan of Oakley and Ray-Ban sunglasses. However, these stylish sunglasses are currently selling for only $24.99. That’s a great deal! Similar products selling for $50-$100 are the same quality, so these are definitely the best budget sunglasses for both men and women to wear while hiking or just driving.
Costa Del Mar Blackfin Sunglasses for Men
What legitimate “best sunglasses” list would leave out a pair of Costas? These are tough, scratch resistant, impact resistant, and ready for war… or that trip to the beach. They’re the ideal pair of sunglasses for any man who is about to spend a day outside. The price is kind of high, but these will last for many years if you take care of them… or not, they’re tough after all.
FEATURES
- 100% UV PROTECTION: All Costa Del Mar Eyewear lenses block potentially harmful high-energy visible blue light rays and protect against 100% of Ultraviolet rays (up to 400nm).
- COSTA 580G GLASS LENSES: Costa’s patented 580G glass lenses provide scratch-proof clarity.
- Great for hiking, but made for boating and fishing.
- Blue and green color options
- Co-Injected Nylon Frames
CURRENT PRICE
They’re currently selling at $267, and the resell market is selling them for even higher on eBay and other marketplaces.
Oakley Women’s Hold Out Cat Eye Sunglasses
These Oakley women’s hold out cat eye sunglasses are comfortable, durable, and everything just looks better through their lenses. The Oakley symbol is more subtle, but that’s okay, you’re going hiking, not showing off. There are some color options, and not all of them are polarized so please pay attention when buying. The pair in the photo above is polarized, and that’s the one we recommend.
FEATURES
- Made in the United States
- Plastic Frame/Lens
- Polarized
- UV Protective Coating
- Affordable – These Oakley sunglasses for women can be purchased online for less than $100!
CURRENT PRICE
The exact same pair from the photo above sells for $83.95 right now, with a black/violet option selling for $90.
Breh, gotta go for the Oakleys, but I prefer the gascan over fuel cell frames. I like them as long as they have prizm lenses.