Imagine sunglasses that can adapt to different light conditions. Smith Optics envisioned this, and created the Smith Highwater Sunglasses featuring the Chromopop Plus Polarchromic Illuminator Lens. This combination of lenses and sunglasses is quite a mouthful. However, it means that Smith has created a really cool pair. Smith Optics is a name that you will recognize if you’ve ever played in the outdoor sports. Smith Optics has been in the business since 1965 and is a major player in outdoor sports. Smith sunglasses are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who love to ski, bike, run, and fish. The Smith Highwater Sunglasses found their way to my fishing gear this spring. The Smith Highwater Sunglasses have become my favorite sunglasses to use for boating, fishing and hiking over the last three months.
First Impressions on the Smith Highwater Sunglasses With Chromapop Polarchromic Ignitor LENS
Smith Highwater Sunglasses Are Huge! Highwater sunglasses cover my cheeks and above my eyebrow, with only a few uncovered areas of my face. The frames sit comfortably over my cheekbone and are tightly wrapped around my face.
Smith Highwater Sunglasses Fit
The thin temples are curved and wrap around my head. Soft rubber pads are located on the end of each temple to help keep the glasses in place. The Smith Retainer, which includes a leash to keep your sunglasses from falling into a river or lake can replace these rubber pads. The glasses’ nosepiece is seamlessly integrated into the frame, and rests on my nose.
Smith Highwater Sunglasses Retainer
Smith Highwater Sunglasses Nosepiece
Lens
Smith Sunglasses are a company that is based on their lenses. Smith Optics recommends the Chromopop Polarchromic Ignitor lens that comes with these sunglasses for all land-based and water-based activities. The lens is packed full of features designed to improve the outdoor experience.
Smith Highwater Sunglasses with Chromopop Plus Polarchromic Ignitor Lens
The Chromapop lenses are made to enhance the clarity of your surroundings. Smith split light entering the lens using the Chromapop Technology. The world appears to “pop out” when viewed through these lenses.
Polarchromic technology allows the lenses to adjust to changes in light. The lenses are able to adapt to changing light conditions.
Smith Highwater Sunglasses with Chromopop Plus Polarchromic Ignitor Lens View
These lenses are also polarized, and have an additional protective coating that makes them resistant to oil and grime.
Smith Highwater Sunglasses come with both a sunglasses bag and a semi-hard case with zipper.
Smith Highwater Sunglasses with Case and Bag
Smith Highwater Sunglasses With The Chromopop Plus Polarchromic Initiator Lens
These Smith Highwater Sunglasses are amazing. Smith Optics has hit the mark with these. These are great for everyone, but are especially good for “fish-bums” like myself.
Comfort
Smith Highwater Sunglasses fit my face like a glove. A snug fit and the large lens help to block out the light that comes with bright, sunny days at the beach. The frames fit perfectly to my cheekbones and the nosepiece creates minimal pressure. Like the rest of frame, the temples fit perfect. The glasses I wore on a 15-hour float trip were very comfortable.
Integration of the Smith Retainers is crucial. I dislike the bulky points of attachment on add-on leashes. Built-in Smith Retainers do not alter the amount of padding that is pressed against your head, so glasses are never uncomfortable.
The Great All Day Lens
I love the Ignitor Lens of the Smith Highwater Sunglasses. Polarchromic Ignitor Lenses automatically adjust to changing lighting conditions. I can use this lens in almost any lighting condition. I wore sunglasses on a recent trip when other anglers didn’t because they had too much tint. I can wear glasses to protect my eyes when fishing, while others are not as fortunate.
Smith Highwater Sunglasses On An Early Morning
You should try the Chromapop lenses if you haven’t already. The view is so crisp when you wear them. Imagine the entire world as high-definition.
The brightness of the lenses took some time to get used to. Ignitor Lens allows a little more light to enter than other shades. It’s not a big deal, but I am used to darker lenses.
Last Thoughts about the Smith Highwater Sunglasses With the Chromopop Polarchromic Ignitor LENS
The Smith Highwater Sunglasses are the best sunglasses for a relaxing day at the beach. They also come with the Chromopop Polarchromic Ignitor lens. Anglers are the main focus of these shades. These sunglasses are perfect for the angler. They have a sun-blocking fit and an incredible Polarchromic Ignitor lens.