Best Sports Glasses for Softball Sport Season
Best Sports Glasses for Softball Sport Season
This entry was posted in Uncategorized on August 9 2022.
Every sport requires equipment designed for a specific set of needs, protection and/or performance. Sometimes, you need padding to protect bones, a helmet to protect your head or face, and other times, you need glasses to protect your eyes. Taking care of your eyes is a priority, especially if you already have a pair of prescription glasses.
We know that regular glasses are not designed and not advisable for active athletes – especially when you play softball.
If you are a softball athlete, it is important to know the proper gear for your position and your eyes, especially when it comes to softball glasses. You need something that will stay in place and to allow yourself to move freely and comfortably around the field without having to constantly adjust your glasses.
Not only does the right pair of glasses keep your vision safe, but it also helps you stay focused and see clearly. You don’t want to miss that line drive or pop fly in your peripheral vision because your glasses moved, and you were left with decreased vision and were distracted trying to adjust them.
Clear vision is critical for athletes, especially during softball. We have seen thousands of players suffer an eye injury or eye damage while participating in softball sports. Many of the injuries require the athlete to receive treatment in an emergency room. Thankfully, the majority of these injuries can be prevented with the proper eyewear.
Investing in high quality sports and protective gear is expensive, so it’s essential to get it right. Here are a few tips for selecting the right softball glasses to help you narrow your search.
Protection
The first step you need to know is to find out what kind of protection you are looking for and whether it is eye protection from impact, the sun or uv rays, or both. We recommend both – especially if you are shopping for your child.
Children’s vision is still developing, and it’s even more important if they wear regular glasses.
For maximum protection, you want to look for a pair of softball glasses or goggles that are independently tested to ASTM (American Society of Testing and Materials) F803. You also want to make sure the lenses are made of polycarbonate material so that they are shatterproof and will stay intact in case of impact.
Sun on the field can be a key factor in the player’s ability to see the ball, as you might be dealing with direct sunlight as you track a fly ball or a line drive. It’s also important to protect the eyes from the harmful rays of the sun, which can affect the player’s capability to see the ball or environment and cause UV damage to the eyes.
If you can wear a sun lens on the field, a photochromic polycarbonate lens is the best solution as it will allow the tint to adjust from dark to clear depending on the light conditions. It also provides the shatterproof impact protection.
Fit & Frame Type
Having sports glasses and goggles for softball that fit comfortably and securely under a helmet, catcher’s mask, or even under your hat or visor, can make a difference to performance and focus on the field. It’s important to test these with any other gear to make sure the style is compatible. There are several frame types that you can choose from as well depending on your gear or position on the field.
Frames
Frames are glasses for softball with traditional temple arms that fold out and sit along the sides of your head (just like everyday glasses!). They are easy to put on and take off when needed and come with a frame strap to secure it for further stability on the face. This is a great all-around option for most players.
Goggles
Goggles for softball have a headband strap that goes around the head for a secure fit on the face. These are recommended for players wearing batting helmets or catcher’s helmets for a snugger fit under other equipment.
Interchangeable
For multi-sport athletes, or those that like different styles depending on their position on the field, an interchangeable frame to goggle style provides the versatility of both options in one.
Here are some of the top softball glasses and goggles recommendations by Rec Specs that are designed to perform and protect under pressure.
This style is a game-changer in the sport protective market. With its patent-pending, 9-point ventilation system, you have clearer vision with reduced heat buildup and maximum air flow. This frame also features soft, flexible temples for a comfortable fit under a hat or helmet.
Engineered for comfort and fit under helmets, this prescription softball goggle is built for vision performance and protection. Polarized lenses. Helmet Spex fits securely on the face and is stable in motion as you round the bases.
Built for multi-sport athletes, this frame is a goggle and a temple arm frame in one meaning you don’t have to choose your favorite style. This is also great if you play multiple positions and want to adjust your option on the field. Perfect option for softball sports glasses. Also available in x-large fit range.
Maxx Series (Maxx 20 & Maxx 30)
Maxx 20 and Maxx 30 Certified at the plate or on the field, these styles are tried-and-true favorites for softball players and come in great colors to match your team.
Maxx 20
Maxx 30
If you’re in the market for a pair of prescription sports glasses or goggles for softball, reach out to us. Start shopping now or find the Rec Specs eye care professional nearest you by using our store locator.
Have your tried out these frames? If so, let us know in the comment section below.