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