{"id":2872,"date":"2025-03-28T21:49:10","date_gmt":"2025-03-29T01:49:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.warbyparker.com\/learn\/?p=2872"},"modified":"2026-04-02T03:12:42","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T07:12:42","slug":"running-sunglasses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/running-sunglasses","title":{"rendered":"Running Sunglasses: All You Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Running sunglasses need to do more than shield your eyes from the sun. They also need to be comfortable and stay put on your face, no matter how much you sweat. Likewise, they should withstand impact and scratches. And the best sunglasses for running help make your vision as crisp as can be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s explore the characteristics of great running sunglasses. We\u2019ll discuss which frames and lenses are ideal for running and which tints are preferable for certain conditions. We\u2019ll also touch on how to find the right fit. Then, you\u2019ll be able to shop for sunglasses you love and get out on the road (or sidewalk, trail, or beach).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Features of the Best Sunglasses for Running<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you run recreationally or competitively, the best running sunglasses share a few basic features. These are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Protection from the sun: <\/strong>Job one for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\">sunglasses<\/a> of any kind is to shield your eyes from ultraviolet (UV) sun rays. Too much exposure to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/sun-damage-to-eyes\">sun can hurt your eyes<\/a> or the eye area\u2014or even lead to a condition like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/photokeratitis\">photokeratitis<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protection from debris and damage:<\/strong> Running sunglasses should fend off debris, dust, bugs, and branches. All these can damage your sunglasses\u2014and get in your eyes. Plus, running sunglasses should be able to emerge from a fall unscathed. That means they should be impact-resistant (shatterproof) and made to last.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glare reduction: <\/strong>For runners, sunglasses should cut down on glare, which can seriously (and dangerously) hamper vision. Reducing glare can also decrease visual distractions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perfect fit: <\/strong>Without exception, sunglasses for running must fit like a glove\u2014neither too loose nor too tight. Sunglasses can put a damper on an otherwise pleasant run if they shift with each step, slide down your nose, or cause facial pain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lightweight: <\/strong>Running sunglasses shouldn\u2019t weigh you down. Frames and lenses made from light materials are the way to go.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crisp vision: <\/strong>The best running sunglasses have extra features, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/polarized-vs-non-polarized-sunglasses\">polarization<\/a>, that enhance clarity. (An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/how-long-do-glasses-prescriptions-last\">up-to-date prescription<\/a> is a must.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Appearance you like: <\/strong>Your ideal running sunglasses are probably a style you like on yourself, be it sporty, bookish, or artsy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div><!-- .entry-content (split for inline block) -->\n\n<section class=\"wp-blocks__banner has-img white\">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/phoropter-cta.jpg\" alt=\"Need an eye exam?\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-blocks__banner-img\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Need an eye exam?<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<p>Schedule an appointment with an expert optometrists today<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-blocks-banner__cta-links\" style=\"flex-wrap:wrap;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/appointments\/eye-exams\">Book an appointment <svg id=\"aa495747-7767-4ea8-bc8e-3e09f9e2a480\" data-name=\"Layer 1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 5.5 9.5\"><path d=\"M5.49,4.61a.87.87,0,0,1,0,.32.73.73,0,0,1-.2.35l-4,4A.75.75,0,0,1,.22,8.22L3.69,4.75.22,1.28A.75.75,0,0,1,1.28.22l4,4A.75.75,0,0,1,5.49,4.61Z\" style=\"fill:#1050D0;fill-rule:evenodd\"\/><\/svg>\n<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<div class=\"entry-content\"><!-- (reopen for inline block) -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frames for Running Sunglasses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The frames you choose play a huge part in the comfort, fit, durability, and look of your running sunglasses. Here are some frame material and style options that can work well for both short jaunts and miles-long hauls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frame Materials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It isn\u2019t too hard to imagine preferring flexible, comfortable, light, durable sunglasses frames over stiff, uncomfortable, heavy, and flimsy ones. So, what materials combine all those positive qualities? Well, several do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s break down the pros and cons of some frame materials that running sunglasses commonly feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Acetate and nylon:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/acetate\">Acetate sunglasses<\/a> are known for the range of color combinations and styles available. As it turns out, acetate is also a tough, flexible, lightweight material that\u2019s excellent for running sunglasses. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses?materials=Nylon\">Nylon<\/a>, another sturdy, supple material, is a popular choice for running sunglasses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div><!-- .entry-content (split for inline block) -->\n\n<div class=\"wp-blocks__products wp-blocks__products-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/betz\/balsam-matte\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/betz-sunglasses.jpeg\" alt=\"Betz\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Betz<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Balsam Matte<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/callum\/raven-matte\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/callum-sunglasses.jpeg\" alt=\"Callum\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Callum<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Raven Matte<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"entry-content\"><!-- (reopen for inline block) -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shape and Style<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like cycling sunglasses, the best running sunglasses maximize your field of vision. This way, you\u2019re less likely to miss something hazardous in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/peripheral-vision\">peripheral vision<\/a>. An unseen bike rider, animal, or car could injure you if you don\u2019t react quickly. A larger lens area makes you more likely to see a person or object.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep in mind, though, that if you prefer a different <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/types-of-sunglasses\">sunglasses frame shape<\/a> than the ones we suggest, that\u2019s OK! It\u2019s perfectly fine to wear the frames you feel good in and have a look you like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Running sunglasses can take the form of several common shapes that might be worth considering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rectangle<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/rectangle\">Rectangular sunglasses<\/a> stretch the lens area horizontally, great for extending peripheral vision to the right and left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div><!-- .entry-content (split for inline block) -->\n\n<div class=\"wp-blocks__products wp-blocks__products-5\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/fletcher\/black-matte-eclipse\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/fletcher.jpeg\" alt=\"Fletcher\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Fletcher<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Black Matte Eclipse<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/toddy\/seaweed-crystal\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/toddy-sunglasses.jpeg\" alt=\"Toddy\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Toddy<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Seaweed Crystal<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/durand\/whiskey-tortoise\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/durand.jpeg\" alt=\"Durand\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Durand<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Whiskey Tortoise<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/wright\/walnut-tortoise\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/wright-sunglasses.jpeg\" alt=\"Wright\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Wright<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Walnut Tortoise<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/abe\/polished-gold\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/abe.jpeg\" alt=\"Abe\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Abe<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Polished Gold<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"entry-content\"><!-- (reopen for inline block) -->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Aviator<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/aviators\">Aviator sunglasses<\/a> are a classic, sporty style that can go from the running path straight to the cafe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div><!-- .entry-content (split for inline block) -->\n\n<div class=\"wp-blocks__products wp-blocks__products-3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/brimmer-sunglasses.jpeg\" alt=\"Brimmer\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Brimmer<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Black Walnut<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/brimmer\/black-walnut\" target=\"_blank\">Shop Brimmer<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/raider-sunglasses-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Raider\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Raider<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Polished Gold<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/raider\/polished-gold\" target=\"_blank\">Shop Raider<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hatcher-sunglasses.jpeg\" alt=\"Hatcher\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Hatcher<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Jet Black Matte<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/hatcher\/jet-black-matte\" target=\"_blank\">Shop Hatcher<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"entry-content\"><!-- (reopen for inline block) -->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Clip-on<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/clip-ons\">Clip-on lenses<\/a> (sometimes called interchangeable lenses) are sunglasses lenses that fit onto your glasses, letting you change your glasses to sunglasses and back again in a flash.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clip-ons can be a handy option for running in variable sunlight\u2014there\u2019s no need to swap eyewear while you run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div><!-- .entry-content (split for inline block) -->\n\n<div class=\"wp-blocks__products wp-blocks__products-3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/accessories\/durand-clip-on-medium\/polished-silver-with-blue-lenses\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/durand-clip-ons.jpeg\" alt=\"Durand Clip-On\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Durand Clip-On<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Polished Silver with Blue Lenses<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/accessories\/percey-clip-on-medium\/polished-gold-with-green-lenses\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/percey-clip-ons.jpeg\" alt=\"Percey Clip-On\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Percey Clip-On<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Polished Gold with Green Lenses<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/accessories\/felix-clip-on-medium\/brushed-ink-with-grey-lenses\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/felix-clip-ons.jpeg\" alt=\"Felix Clip-On\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Felix Clip-On<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Brushed Ink with Grey Lenses<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"entry-content\"><!-- (reopen for inline block) -->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Know Your Nose Pads<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses?construction=nose-pads\">Nose pads<\/a> are those oval- or kidney-shaped pieces of plastic that attach to the bridge or inner rims of your frames. They assist in distributing the weight of your glasses or sunglasses on your face. Nose pads, particularly adjustable ones, can also fine-tune how your running sunglasses fit and stay in place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just about any sunglasses frame can have nose pads, though plenty of frames don\u2019t have\u2014or need\u2014any. Sometimes, they\u2019re even built right into the frame\u2014a feature prevalent in acetate frames.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lenses for Running Sunglasses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now we get to the part about which lenses work best for running sunglasses. First, sunglasses of any type need to block 100% of UVA and UVB sun rays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sunglasses for running should be light, impact-resistant, and\u2014above all\u2014help you see as clearly as possible. You\u2019ll want to think about several factors when selecting your sunglasses lenses: material, coatings, color, and whether photochromic lenses might be the lenses for you. Let\u2019s delve a bit further into these.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lens Material<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like good sunglasses frames, good sunglasses lenses tend to provide comfort and durability.&nbsp;Hands down, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/polycarbonate-lenses\">polycarbonate<\/a> is the preferred lens material for running sunglasses. Polycarbonate lenses are impact-resistant (shatterproof)\u2014essential in case you fall, drop your sunglasses, or get hit with a flying projectile. Polycarbonate lenses are also thin and light (more comfortable than heavier lenses) and are usually a more economical option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But polycarbonate isn\u2019t the only possible <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/types-of-lenses-for-glasses\">lens material<\/a> for running sunglasses. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/what-are-high-index-lenses\">High-index lenses<\/a> are also lightweight and slim. That said, polycarbonate lenses have the edge in durability. Plus, high-index lenses often cost more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One material to steer clear of is glass lenses, which are heavier than plastic (polycarbonate and high-index) lenses. Even more important to be aware of is that glass lenses can shatter. And shards of glass near your eye could cause pain or injury\u2014and are just plain dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lens Coatings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lens coatings can add a lot to your sunglasses\u2019 performance (and, in turn, your performance). Some coatings can decrease glare, clarify your vision, keep dirt at bay, and resist scratching. (Additionally, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/accessories\/anti-fog-lens-spray\/multi-color\">anti-fog lens spray<\/a> helps clear up foggy lenses when you\u2019re running.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These coatings include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Polarization: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/polarized\">Polarized running sunglasses<\/a> are something of a gold standard. This lens coating reduces potentially vision-hindering glare. Polarized lenses also amp up contrast and color vibrancy\u2014both of which can sharpen your eyesight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Scratch-resistant coating: <\/strong>Tree branches, sand, and little pebbles are just a few of the debris and environmental hazards that could scratch\u2014and ruin\u2014your lenses. A scratch-resistant coating on your running sunglasses helps keep those little scratches from impeding your sight.&nbsp;(Note: All Warby Parker sunglasses and glasses come standard with 100% UVA and UVB, scratch-resistant lenses. Polarized <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/prescription\">prescription sunglasses<\/a> are also standard. Many non-prescription sunglasses also feature <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/polarized-vs-non-polarized-sunglasses\">polarization<\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lens Tints<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lens tints, another type of coating, in running sunglasses can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/how-to-improve-eyesight\">improve your vision<\/a> in certain conditions. Popular tints for running sunglasses include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Brown:<\/strong> Brown is a versatile tint for running sunglasses. They increase depth perception and contrast and darken the way ahead\u2014good for bright days. Shades of green can appear more vivid through brown lenses\u2014upping the contrast between plants and their surroundings (excellent for sunny trail running).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Grey:<\/strong> If you don\u2019t want colors to appear any differently while you\u2019re wearing runners\u2019 sunglasses, grey lenses may be a good choice. Grey protects your eyes from the sun without altering colors. But increasing depth perception isn\u2019t their forte. So, save the grey shades for sunny days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Pink and red:<\/strong> When it\u2019s cloudy out, pink and red lens tints can add brightness and increase depth perception. But if you don\u2019t want your lenses altering the colors you see, pink and red lenses probably aren\u2019t for you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Yellow:<\/strong> Yellow lenses sharpen your vision in low light, so they\u2019re a solid choice for foggy conditions (which are especially common early in the morning). These lenses are best for days that aren\u2019t extremely sunny.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Flash Mirror Coating<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lenses treated with a flash mirror coating are reflective\u2014onlookers can see themselves in the lenses. Besides lending a dramatic look to sunglasses, a flash mirror coating has the practical use of reflecting away some of the sunlight and glare you encounter while running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Photochromic (Light-Responsive) Lenses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some runners are partial to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/photochromic-lenses\">photochromic lenses<\/a>, which darken from clear glasses to sunglasses when exposed to enough sunlight. For those who wear glasses and run in variable conditions, photochromic lenses can eliminate the hassle of carrying extra eyewear (or clips) or being relegated to one type of eyewear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Should My Running Sunglasses Fit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sunglasses for running need to fit well\u2014<em>really<\/em> well. Not only does <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/how-should-glasses-fit\">the proper fit<\/a> keep your sunglasses from moving around on your face or causing you pain, but it helps you see better. How? Your lenses need to be centered over your eyes. So, the size of your sunglasses should be a significant consideration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The size of eyewear also comes with multiple variables. For example, you may need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/sunglasses\/low-bridge\">low bridge fit sunglasses<\/a> or a certain frame <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/more-widths\">width<\/a>. Also, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/pupillary-distance\">pupillary distance<\/a> (the space from the pupil of one eye to the pupil of the other eye) needs to be just right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Probably the easiest way to secure the best fit is to look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/eyeglasses-measurements\">frame measurements<\/a> on a pair of your current glasses or sunglasses\u2014if they\u2019re a good fit. For more direction on your optimal size for running sunglasses, ask your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/learn\/optometrist-vs-ophthalmologist\">eye doctor or optician<\/a>, or follow the guidelines in this video:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will Vision Insurance Pay for Running Sunglasses?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/insurance\">vision insurance plans<\/a> will cover or partially cover prescription sunglasses for running. Some plans may even help pay for non-prescription ones. The best way to know for sure is to contact your insurance carrier or plan administrator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start With Your Best Eyesight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want your running sunglasses to do their best job, start by having an eye care professional check your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/eye-exams\">Book an appointment<\/a> if you haven\u2019t been in for a comprehensive eye exam in a while. The eye doctor will test your eyesight and look for signs of underlying conditions. If you see fine through the prescription eyewear you\u2019re using now, you can take our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stage.warby.io\/virtual-vision-test\">Virtual Vision Test<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Running sunglasses need to do more than shield your eyes from the sun. 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