OutdoorsTried-and-true tip
Check sunglasses for UV protection, tint is not UV protection
Dark lenses are not automatically UV protection: here is how to check your sunglasses.
- Time
- ⏱ 2 min
- Difficulty
- ◆ easy
What you need
- Sunglasses
How to do it
- Look for the UV protection label on the glasses.
- Judge the tint separately, as it only reduces glare.
- Wear the glasses on the boat when it is sunny.
Sources
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- yacht.de (opens in a new tab)
UV-Schutz ist hingegen für den Anwender unsichtbar.





