The Perfect lens for Every Condition
We have 14 different lenses, for 14 scenarios. This can be confusing, so we spelled it out below. Read more to learn about polarization, our proprietary blue light-blocking tech, and why we have the perfect lens for you, for every application under the sun.
Polarization
When the sun’s powerful rays enter our atmosphere, they come at us in all directions, reflecting off every object they strike. When these rays hit water, they reflect strongly causing glare which not only interferes with our vision but also makes spotting fish nearly impossible.
Before polarized sunglasses, traditional dark-tinted sunglasses were used to reduce the amount of light in all directions, but the glare was still there. With polarized lenses, horizontal light rays are absorbed but vertical light waves still pass through. Bajío lenses essentially work like venetian blinds to eliminate glare, increase depth perception and contour—so not only do you see things better in the water, but you also see things from further away on the water (a key technology for sight fishing).
The Bajío Advantage - Lapis Tech
The most common response we hear from customers when trying on a pair of Bajíos for the first time is, “Wow, these are so clear—I see more and I see better.”
Here’s why.
The sun is the strongest producer of blue light (up to 100 times more than the artificial light of cell phones, laptops and TV). Because blue light scatters when entering the eye, it creates strain and visual blur—which anglers can fully attest to after a long day out on the flats. By blocking 95% of blue light up to 445 nm, our sunglasses are the clearest lenses available because they block more blue light than any other brand on the market.
Lens Transmission & Lens Color
Light Transmission
Visual light transmission (VLT) measures just how much light enters the lens versus how much is blocked. Most sunglass lenses start around 10-11% percent transmission. Generally the blues, greens and darker colors will have very low light transmission made for high-light situations and heavy sun.
Then there are mirrors. Many polarized sunglasses intended for anglers also have mirror finishes. In addition to looking cool, these finishes also reduce light transmission by up to 2% and help manage annoying reflections from the water.
Lens Color
Lens Color=Contrast. Bajío’s polarized sunglass lenses come in a wide range of colors and mirror finishes. The trick is understanding what colors work best for what conditions, or more accurately, what level of contrast is best for your fishing situation and environment.
In high sun, light penetrates the water. You’ll have great vision of what's beneath it but you’ll struggle with the eye strain of the beating sun. Our blue mirror combats harsh midday sun, blocking more light, but offering the right amount of contrast.
On the other end of the spectrum,is our violet mirror. This is for low light, rainy days, early mornings, or fishing under intense tree cover. They let in a lot of light because there isn't much to block. They also add heavy contrast, which aids in making the most out of the little light you have at your disposal.
We offer 5 other lenses, ideal for all the situations in between these.
Lens Material
Bajío’s polarized sunglass lenses are made with either glass or polycarbonate. Which is the superior lens material? The short answer is both—each has its benefits that anglers can weigh based on a few factors.
Glass is harder and offers mirrors within the lens that cannot be scratched, which is great for wild, action-packed battles. However, glass is heavier.
Polycarbonate lenses are impact-resistant and lightweight, which makes a big difference for long days on the water, yet they will scratch easier than glass.
You can’t go wrong with either, but most anglers have a personal preference depending on what features are more important to them, lightweight or scratch-resistance.