polarized sunglasses for hunting and fishing

Why Anglers and Hunters Should Prioritize Polarized Prescription Sunglasses

Anyone who has ever been in the field or out on the water on a sunny day knows the importance of a good pair of sunglasses. And, for hunters and anglers who rely on prescription glasses for clear vision and eye protection, having polarized prescription sunglasses can be a game changer.

man fishing with prescription polarized sunglasses

For anglers, the glare of the water is no match as polarized sunglasses help to see clearly beyond the surface and spot fish. Similarly, hunters who need prescription glasses can leverage the advantages of polarized bifocal sunglasses to locate and track targets in the field.

But, what features should avid outdoorsmen look for when it comes to polarized prescription lenses?

The importance of polarized Rx Sunglasses

There are plenty of benefits of prescription sunglasses beyond vision enhancement in nature.

Have you ever squinted through the water’s shimmering surface, struggling to spot that elusive catch? While traditional sunglasses might offer some relief, prescription fishing sunglasses take it to the next level.

By reducing glare and enhancing contrast, they make it possible to see better and detect movements, whether it’s a largemouth bass swimming past your boat, or a buck taking cover in the bushes. Enhancing contrast is one of the essential sunglasses features that hunters and anglers should prioritize, because it helps to make things stand out more clearly against their backgrounds.




man hunting with sunglasses

Try spotting an animal through thick brush and leave, or locating fish under the water’s surface with a cheap pair of non-polarized shades, and you’ll quickly realize it’s just much more difficult that not using polarized lenses.


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Essential features for outdoor enthusiasts

Improved vision and clarity are among the most obvious benefits of polarized sunglasses, but polarized shades with RX lenses also greatly improve safety. You’ll more readily be able to see any rocks, stumps, or other obstacles onshore or in the water.

Plus, there’s no more fumbling as you switch between your regular sunglasses and prescription glasses. This adaptability ensures that you can maintain focus on your task without unnecessary interruptions. Talk about a great two-for-one!



Fortress Against the Elements

The sun isn’t your only adversary on the water. Wind, dust and flying hooks/lures can all pose a threat to your eyes. RX fishing sunglasses act as a protective shield, keeping your vision safe from debris and harsh UV rays. Many are also impact-resistant, providing an extra layer of security for those unexpected moments.

Protecting your eyes from UV rays isn’t just about comfort in the short term. Studies show that long-term sun exposure can increase the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. By blocking 100% of UV rays, RX fishing sunglasses are an investment in your long-term eye health.

So, ditch the squinting and blurry vision. RX fishing sunglasses are the ultimate companion for any angler who wants to see sharper, fish longer and safeguard their precious gift of sight.

 

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These are Super Slick! [Slick Trick Broadheads Review]

In this review, I test a classic… It’s a broadhead that hunted with many years ago, many, many times. I’ve taken quite a few animals with it.

But, I realized I had never done an official test on it, and that is the Slick Trick Standard.

So, let’s dig on into it and I’ll show you all the features and then we’ll test it!

Slick Trick Standard 125-grain Broadhead

Let’s take an up close look at the Slick Trick Standard 125 grain head…

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slick trick standard short profile

slick trick standard blade sharpness

Man, the Slick Trick Standard 125-grain head is just a no-nonsense design. Typically, these fly very well, penetrate very well, and hold up really well in durability. But I was eager to put this to the test and see how it performed…



Slick Trick 125 Flight Test

In this test I shot 1 field point and one broadhead from 30 yards, using a Killer Instinct SWAT X1 Crossbow and 375 gr Bishop Bolt at 300 fps):  

slick trick standard flight test field point
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Initial Sharpness Test

In this sharpness test, I check to see how many grams of force it takes to cut a copolymer wire.

slick trick standard sharpness test 1


Penetration Test 1 – (2/3″ rubber foam mat, 1/2″ MDF, FBI Gel):   

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Edge Test 2, Edge Retention (sharpness after Penetration Test 1):

slick trick standard sharpness test 2

Penetration Test 2, (layered cardboard):

slick trick standard layered cardboard test

Durability Test 1, (3 shots 1/2″ MDF):

slick trick standard 3 shots into mdf


Durability Test 2 – (2 shots 22 gauge steel plate):

slick trick standard after steel plate test

Durability Test 3 – (1 shot into cinder block):

slick trick standard after concrete block test



Final Thoughts on Slick Trick 125 grain Broadhead

So, what do you think of the Slick Trick 125-grain broadheads?

Man, these are awesome heads!

slick trick standard lusk scorecard

I mean, no wonder I used it for so many years out in the field. It just performed extremely well in every area and it got one of the highest scores of any head I’ve tested, and close to the the highest of any fixed blade head. Really, really impressive!

Hedgehog Dryer Review

This Stickman Is HOT!🔥 | The Hedgehog Dryer Review

Let’s face it. Nobody wants to go back out into rainy, cold, and even snowy condition in gear that’s still wet and cold from your previous outing.

That’s where the Hedgehog Dryer comes in as a helpful piece of equipment and technology.

hedgehog dryer in box with N1 Outdoors logo in background

Hedgehog Dryer Features

hedgehog dryer arms

The Hedgehog Dryer really is easy to assemble. It took about 5 minutes without even really reading much of the directions.

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hedgehog dryer pre-assembly
hedgehog dryer settings



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Final Thoughts

So what do you think of our “stickman?”

man holding hedgehog dryer

Well, hopefully the Hedgehog Dryer with ionic technology is something that could be helpful for you whether you’re hunting, fishing, hiking, or camping, or anything where your gear might get wet or cold.

After all, it helps keep your gear dry and smelling great!

Have fun out there!

(Be sure to check out all the N1 Outdoors apparel and merch as well as Rod Togs fishing rod wraps, as well as our N-Tune arrow wraps and tracers.)