Boating Sunglasses

As there are many disciplines within windsurfing, the model and model variation of watershades that you ultimately choose should be based on an assessment of the genre of windsurfing that you specialise in, the water conditions that you normally ride in, the strength of the wind, and the prevailing weather conditions. The first three considerations relate more to frame choice and the fourth consideration is more relevant to lens choice.

LiP Sunglasses offer 3 watershades models: (1) Flo, (2) Typhoon and (3) Surge. In general, the Flo is only suited to light wind windsurfing or windfoiling in calm waters with little to no current whereas the Surge and Typhoon are recommended for windy conditions, waves and choppy water or where there is a current. Although the Flo floats, they will be difficult to retrieve when they fall off in a wipeout if there is a strong current or if there are white caps or crashing waves.

Check out the quick reference guide in the table below and read on for more specific advice for each of the windsurfing disciplines.

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Check out the quick reference guide in the table below and read on for more specific advice for each of the windsurfing disciplines.

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Check out the quick reference guide in the table below and read on for more specific advice for each of the windsurfing disciplines.

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Check out the quick reference guide in the table below and read on for more specific advice for each of the windsurfing disciplines.

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Model / Functions	Typhoon	Surge	Flo
UVA/B Protection	Yes	Yes	Yes
Polarised Lenses?	Yes	Yes	Some
Hydrophobic Coating?	Yes	Yes	Yes
Oleophobic Coating?	Yes	Yes	Yes
Hard Coating?	Yes	Yes	Yes
Retention Leash?	Yes	Yes	No
Floating Frame?	No	No	Yes
Anti-fog Venting?	Yes	Yes	No

Trivex for the Typhoon

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Incorporating NXT lens technology and a state-of-the-art anti-fog coating, these light sensitive, feather-light and unbreakable lenses provide unrivalled clarity and exceptional performance.

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Crystal clear vision

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With a rapid activation / deactivation time of 22 seconds, optical quality close to that of mineral glass, and an impact rating higher than any other lens material, there is no better eyewear solution for dawn to dusk action.

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A versatile solution

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Available with a Matt Black or Transparent Grey Typhoon frame, ORION anti-fog coating on the inside, hydrophobic and oleophobic coating on the outside, and a subtle silver mirror coating finish.

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TYPHOON:- "Everything is excellent....the quality of frame and lens, the way they perform while doing windsurf ( even under rain conditions they protect you eyes from the drops )....I’m really happy with the product, service and your support."

SURGE:- "I’m out on the ocean on my SUP and the quality of the vision is great with massive glare reduction. Makes the sport so much more enjoyable and gives better quality of vision. Love the lanyard also."

TYPHOON:- "Recently had eye cataract surgery and have used expensive eyewear while kite foiling. After losing my third pair in 4 months, even with a leash attached I needed to find something better. The Typhoon so far has proven to be what I need."

TYPHOON:- "Perfect for kitesurfing. Frame / lenses / field view."

TYPHOON:- "I've only used them twice so far, but so far, they're awesome. I don't notice them at all while kitesurfing, which is great. One concern I had was that adding another piece of equipment with cords would be annoying or feel less safe, but that isn't the case. They stay put, and I don't have to clean or adjust them while riding. The only thing I notice is that I'm not blinded by the sun, and my eyes don't hurt afterwards."

SURGE:- "Clarity of the lenses and water just runs off them. I use them for kite surfing in the UAE where it's hot and the sun is bright, so sunglasses are essential. I have had plenty of crashes with these on and they haven't once popped off unlike other brands I have tried with similar systems."

SURGE:- "They stay on so well, they do not fog or get blurry when they are splashed, the lenses look great and are really comfortable! We are so happy!"

FLO:- "I have a very round face and it is hard to find glasses that fit into my eye socket snuggly to block wind without making my skin feel like its suffocating. These glasses solved both problems. No wind gets in my eyes when windsurfing, they are light and airy, and I don't feel the need to take them off to give my eyes/skin a chance to breath. The lenses are also very good - I can see wind lines crystal clear and, most importantly, my eyes do not feel strained after an afternoon on the water and in the sun."

SURGE:- "love how even after falling in the water, the sunglasses don't get fogged up! super nice!"

TYPHOON:- "The glasses didn’t fall off during this winter's big swell. I duck dived and they stayed on and caught way more waves now that I can see past the sun's glare."

TYPHOON:- "Excellent service and product. They fit great, very impressed by the hydrophobic capacity of the lens."

SURGE:- "Great to be able to go out for surf in brutal sun when everyone else goes in and the lineup is less crowded."

SURGE:- "Fantastic watershades for kiteboarding. I am new to the sport and needed adequate eye protection. I love that I don't have to worry about losing them when I wipe out ;D! Highly recommend."

TYPHOON:- "Biggest wins: 1. does not fog 2. good visibility through the lenses 3. retention system works (at least so far)"

SURGE:- "Like the style and the build quality, and attention to detail. The neck ring and safety strap is a well thought idea."

FLO:- "The fit is firm, but comfortable. They cover all the eye area and look more expensive than they are."

SURGE:- "Excellent helpful customer service and quality product that offers a solution for my light pigmented eyes to be protected during surfing."

TYPHOON:- "Excellent fit and clarity. I did get a little fogging on one side after brief dunking but it cleared reasonably quickly once I got moving again. I was wearing a rubber hat that may have blocked the air flow a little. I have also used them on the SUP. In short they they seem great and appear to everything they say. Happy customer."

TYPHOON:- "They are great. Super light weight. Excellent fit. Bright view. Good hold-back-system. Enough airflow to get the water out of the eyes area while protecting them from direct water impact."

TYPHOON:- "My eyes can finally rest while surfing. Living in Baja Mexico makes the suns mid day glare intense. I was starting to have pain and burning in my eyes after a day of surfing. Now I can go all day no problem."

TYPHOON: - "Incredible sight with Zeiss polarised and great contrast - very strong attachment to the head - no fog up while in the water - no water in my eyes while wearing a helmet while kite surfing - amazing"

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