Oakley presents: 5 reasons to wear eyewear in the Winter

Some people might still think sunglasses are made for the Summer only, but it’s actually not the case. Owning and rocking quality eyewear is just as important during the cold season, even more! Especially if you’re a fan of staying active outside like us!

On the eyewear level, Oakley has got everything you need so you never have to worry about seeing what’s in front of you or about damaging your vision while enjoying Winter outside.  

From the casual weekend outdoorsmen or the most extreme adventurer out there, we highly recommend Oakley's new high intensity sunglasses: The Sutro and the Clifden. Two models that include all the functionalities of snowboarding goggles, but in a normal eyewear format.

Click on the products above for more details about the Oakley Sutro and Clifden models and keep scrolling for the brand's top 5 reasons why you should wear sunglasses in the Winter. 

TO DRIVE TO THE MOUNTAIN SAFELY

Eyewear is always better when worn outside, but there’s one indoor place where you absolutely need them, especially in the Winter. Yes, you NEED eyewear to drive your car. 

Sun glare from snow can temporarily blind drivers and can result in you and the drivers around you having a real bad time. Driving in snowy conditions should be done with a clear head, clean windshield and full windshield washer tank, but above all, drivers should wear quality eyewear every time they jump in the car on a sunny Winter day. 

So yeah… If you want to keep driving to the mountain every weekend and keep enjoying the pleasures of our province's great outdoors this Winter, make sure you see what's in front of you when you drive your car. 

TO PRACTICE TOURING/SPLITBOARDING COMFORTABLY

Congrats! You made it to the mountain in one piece, now you’re about to get on these slopes. As you probably already know, splitboarding (or touring) consists of two things: to climb up the mountain and to ride down it. Those who climbed up mountains with snowboarding goggles on know how annoying it can be. Another reason why we say Oakley Eyewear has got exactly what you need to practice touring in the most comfortable conditions, especially with the Clifden and the Sutro models.

A splitboard ascent is always very demanding and will make you sweat a lot if you’re not geared up properly. That’s also the case for your face if you wear snowboarding goggles during the ascent. Other than the sweat accumulating on your face, the heat and the sun can also result in bad face rashes. Wearing your Snow goggles during your splitboarding ascent will ultimately create fog in them, adding risks and danger for your descent as your visibility will be greatly reduced.

It’s not complicated, gear up with a pair of quality eyewear for the touring part and keep your goggles fresh and ready for the descent in your backpack. You'll be able to enjoy the scenery while you climb up instead of struggling with sweat, rashes and fog all up in your face.

TO PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM UV RAYS REFLECTED ON SNOW

Sun exposure is high in snowy conditions because snow reflects 80 percent of the sun's rays. Mountain sports lovers like snowboarders or hikers and others high altitude activities are at even greater risk because UV radiation increases 4 to 5 percent every 1,000 feet above sea level.

Over the long term, eyes regularly exposed to sun glare can develop eye diseases, such as cataracts, age-related blindness, blurred vision and the inability to see at night. Since you don’t want to suffer from any of the above, please make sure to wear quality sunglasses when you’re enjoying time on the mountain on a bright sunny day.

TO ENJOY YOUR FAVORITE WINTER ACTIVITIES STRESS FREE

Whether it’s ice skating, snow shoeing, sled riding or splitboarding, the Winter sun can make you feel like you're totally blind at some moments. Hence the importance of wearing eyewear for any activity you like to do outside. Not just intense touring missions. 

Like we mentioned in the point above, the snow almost always contributes to the amount of light that reaches the eyes. But with the right pair of sunglasses, like the Oakleys Sutro and Clifden with their Prizm lens technology, your eyes are thoroughly protected and you can focus on what you’re doing and most importantly, where you’re going.

TO SEE WHAT’S IN FRONT OF YOU AT ALL TIMES

It’s not always about going on a mission! Being outside during Wintertime can also mean to jog to the grocery store, to run to catch a bus or even just to walk the dog. In any of these cases, you already know that seeing what’s in front of you is of the utmost importance!

Oakley has been specializing in high quality eyewear for years, eyewear that include lenses made for high visibility in harder conditions like a Winter sunny day. Next time you go for a walk and want to avoid stepping in a fresh pile of dog poop, walking through a water puddle or twisting your ankle in a pothole, you know what to do!

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