SUNGLASSES

Wiley X Tide

These guys make eyewear for the US military, and their sunnies mean business. The gold mirror coating and eight-layer polarisation prevent glare, and amber lenses enhance contrast in hazy light conditions often found on water.

Cost £134.99 See www.rxsport.co.uk

Ocean Waves Molokai

The polycarbonate polarised lenses on these wraparound badboys are massively impact resistant and much less prone to scratching than most. Like the Wileys, the glass polarised lenses reduce reflection on the water – ideal for squint-free cruising. Cost $199

See www.oceanwavessunglasses.com

Oakley Prizm Deep Water

Prizm lens technology fine-tunes vision for specific environments. These filter out overwhelming blues and boost greens and reds for a better view of the water. Enhanced lens coverage extends your peripheral view and improves protection against sun, wind and impact. Cost £180 See www.uk.oakley.com

Kaenon Jetty

The curved rectangular shape of the Jetty frames offer a large surface area of protection while those polarised lenses filter out haze without distorting your view. Lightweight and stylish, these will take you effortlessly from helm to happy hour.

Cost £224 See www.kaenon.com

Costa del Mar Jose

The Blue Mirror lenses on these are made specifically for open reflective water. The lenses come in polycarbonate (best for lightness and durability) or glass (clarity), and are a compound of six layers of technology. Enough to make them worth shipping from the US? Cost $259

See www.costadelmar.com