Shop Prescription Glasses for Baseball

Are you a baseball player or a fan of baseball? If so, you may have noticed the increase in demand for baseball sports glasses on the ball field. Of course, most of the games take place during the day or under the lights at night. During the day, the sun is at its highest. You can imagine the number of black eyes or sun damaged eyes you will have for not wearing your baseball sports glasses. A major concern is getting hit in your eyes or other body parts like your head with the baseball because you couldn't see well. Wearing prescription glasses not only protects your eyes from the harsh outdoor conditions, but they also help to improve your play. There are many reasons for wearing prescription baseball sports glasses while playing baseball

Baseball Sports Glasses Provide Protection

Your eyes are the most vulnerable when it comes to dirt, sweat, and the suns harsh UV rays. You will need to see the catcher's signals to pitch effectively, the pitch coming in to hit and once its hit you'll need to see the ball to make the play. Baseball sports glasses are the most effective solution if you are looking to play the game successfully and safely. 

Baseball Sports Glasses offer Non-reflective Coating

While on the field, you are likely to be affected by stadium lights or the sun, thus interfering with your hitting, pitching and fielding. Your chances of seeing the catcher's signs become even more complicated, pop flys are harder to see and your at bat will suffer greatly. Prescription baseball sports glasses have anti-reflective lenses to reflect the stadium lights at night or ward off UV rays.

The Shortcomings

Baseball is a rigorous game that requires you to run down fly balls, dive for line drives and hit a fast moving object. Cleaning the lenses while on the field is a challenge you can encounter as a player. The last thing you need is to be cleaning your baseball sports glasses in between plays. you can get an extra pair of baseball sports glasses so you would have one tinted and one clear to take you through the game. Some options may have interchangeable lenses as well. Your needs will vary greatly depending on your position and the time of day you are playing

Baseball Sports Glasses/Goggles vs. Contact Lenses

Some baseball players may prefer contact lenses to baseball sports glasses or goggles because they are convenient and expand your peripheral vision. Personal preference comes in to play when deciding between contact lenses and baseball sports glasses. Unlike glasses, contact lenses minimize the amount of oxygen entering your eyes, which is a cause of dry eyes. The last thing you need is to have to deal with dry eyes while on the field mid inning. It is advisable to wear baseball prescription glasses instead of contacts that are hard to clean and if you have issues you can't easily put new ones in mid game. If you do choose to wear contacts, experts suggest wearing a pair of protective baseball sports glasses or goggles over them to protect your eyes and facial area around your eyes.

What to Consider When Buying Baseball Sports Glasses

Baseball glasses aren't ordinary glasses. Like medications, they are prescribed by optometrists to help you see better and prevent 90% risk of eye injury. Most baseball sports glasses are made with poly-carbonate lenses, which is thicker than ordinary lenses. Each year, more than 40,000 athletes in all sports have reported eye injuries, the majority of the victims being baseball players.

Some baseball leagues have rules against pitchers wearing sunglasses. You will want to check with your league to be sure you are complying with all the rules and regulations regarding baseball sports glasses.

Lens Color and Polarization/Different lenses

If you are sensitive to glare, getting polarized tinted lenses will be the best option for you. They help reduce the glare and make it easier to see finer details, like flying baseballs. Whether you are playing baseball for fun or competitively, you may want polarized lenses to improve visibility and prevent your eyes from straining.

Whether you are near or far sighted or have medical issues that require you protect your eyes, wearing baseball sports glasses is essential. Not only can they block UV light from the sun, but they also protect your eyes from fly balls when you are on the field. Before settling for eyeglasses or contacts, weigh the pros and cons. Find out the benefits of wearing baseball sports glasses compared to regular glasses or sunglasses.

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