Native Badlands Polarized Sunglasses
Native Badlands Polarized Sunglasses combine a high-wrap, squared frame with polarized polycarbonate lenses for coverage and glare reduction during fishing, boating, beach days, and other outdoor activities. This medium-size frame features oversized temples, a lightweight bio-based resin construction, and nonslip Cushinol™ contact points for a secure fit. The Matte Desert Tan frame with Grey Polarized lenses is a practical choice for bright days around Hatteras Island, the Outer Banks, or wherever your next trip takes you. Available from Frank & Fran’s in Avon, NC, with nationwide shipping.
Why Eye Protection Matters
- Polarized lenses help reduce reflected glare from water, sand, and other surfaces.
- 100% UV protection up to 400 nm helps protect your eyes during extended time outdoors.
- The high-wrap Base 8 lens curve provides maximum coverage and helps reduce light leak.
- Polarized optics make the Badlands well suited to bright conditions encountered while fishing, boating, and spending time near the water.
Where This Eyewear Is Commonly Used
- Surf and beach fishing
- Pier fishing
- Inshore and soundside fishing
- Boating and other on-the-water activities
- Beach, hiking, and everyday outdoor use
What to Look for in Fishing Sunglasses
- Polarized lenses: Native’s polarized polycarbonate lenses provide 99% polarization efficiency to help control reflected glare.
- High-wrap coverage: The Base 8 lens curve wraps around the face for maximum coverage and helps reduce light leak.
- Secure fit: Hypoallergenic Cushinol™ provides nonslip grip to help keep the sunglasses in place during active use.
- Easy-care lenses: Oleophobic and hydrophobic coatings help resist water, dust, dirt, oil, and fingerprints.
- Lightweight construction: The bio-based plant-resin frame combines low weight with resistance to temperature extremes.
Product Features
- High-wrap, squared frame design with oversized temples
- Polarized polycarbonate lenses
- 99% polarization efficiency
- 100% UV protection up to 400 nm
- Blocks more than 90% of potentially harmful High Energy Visible blue light rays
- Optically correct, decentered injection-molded lenses
- Proprietary hard coating for abrasion resistance
- Oleophobic and hydrophobic lens coating
- Bio-based plant-resin frame
- Hypoallergenic Cushinol™ nonslip grip
- Base 8 lens curve for maximum coverage and reduced light leak
Product Specifications
- Model: Badlands
- Item Number: XD9045 904505 58-16
- Frame Color: Matte Desert Tan
- Lens Color: Grey Polarized
- Lens Material: Polarized Polycarbonate
- Frame Fit: Regular
- Size: Medium (58-16)
- Frame Width: 130.3 mm
- Bridge Width: 16 mm
- Lens Width: 58 mm
- Lens Height: 44.6 mm
- Temple Arm Length: 125 mm
- Lens Curve: Base 8
What's Included
- Native Badlands Polarized Sunglasses
- Native microbag
Why Buy Eyewear from Frank & Fran’s
Frank & Fran’s carries eyewear for the bright sun, reflective water, and changing conditions anglers experience around Hatteras Island and the Outer Banks. Whether you’re fishing the Avon surf, spending a day on the pier, heading out on the sound, or simply enjoying the coast, our staff can help you choose eyewear that fits how and where you spend time outdoors. Frank & Fran’s ships nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Native Badlands Polarized Sunglasses good for fishing?
Yes. The polarized lenses help reduce reflected glare, while the high-wrap Base 8 design provides maximum coverage and helps reduce light leak, making the Badlands well suited to fishing and other activities around the water.
Are the Native Badlands lenses polarized?
Yes. This Badlands model uses Grey Polarized polycarbonate lenses with 99% polarization efficiency.
Do Native Badlands Polarized Sunglasses provide UV protection?
Yes. The lenses provide 100% UV protection up to 400 nm.
What size are Native Badlands sunglasses?
The Badlands is a medium-size frame with a regular fit. It measures 130.3 mm wide with 58 mm lenses, a 16 mm bridge, and 125 mm temple arms.
Do Native Badlands sunglasses have a wraparound fit?
Yes. The Badlands uses a high-wrap Base 8 lens curve designed for maximum coverage and to help reduce light leak.
Do these sunglasses work for surf and pier fishing?
Yes. Their polarized lenses, high-wrap coverage, and nonslip Cushinol™ grip make them a practical option for bright conditions encountered during surf, pier, and coastal fishing.
Can Frank & Fran’s help choose the right fishing sunglasses?
Yes. Frank & Fran’s can help anglers choose eyewear for fishing and outdoor conditions around Hatteras Island and the Outer Banks.
