Smith Shoal Polarized Sunglasses
Smith Shoal Polarized Sunglasses
Eye protection on the water is not optional, and the Smith Shoal polarized sunglasses handle it with a cat-eye-inspired shape that reads retro on the dock and in town. Island Water Sports carries the Shoal for anyone who wants real glare control from beach to paddleboard without sacrificing style.
What Makes Up the Shoal
- ChromaPop polarized lenses that cut glare and enhance color and contrast
- ChromaPop Glass polarized lenses that are highly scratch-resistant on top of that glare and contrast performance
- Smudge and moisture-resistant coatings for easy cleaning and clear optics
- A medium to large fit with medium coverage
- A 6-base lens curvature in a casual, wraparound shape
- Megol temples and nose pads that provide a non-slip grip
- Spring hinges that self-adjust to your face for a customized fit
- An Evolve bio-based frame material that is lightweight and durable
Who the Shoal Fits Best
The Shoal is built for time spent fully in the sun, whether that is a morning on a paddleboard, wading a river, or standing on the dock at the boat ramp. The low-profile side shields and casual wraparound shape add peripheral coverage without turning the frame into a full sport shield, so it also works walking around after the water part of the day is done.
Fit, Wear, and Care
Spring hinges let the temples self-adjust to your face, so the Shoal keeps a customized fit through a full day in the sun, and the Megol nose pads are there to stop slipping once things get sweaty or wet. Because the lenses use a glass construction, clean them with a soft cloth and the moisture-resistant coating rather than shaking off sand on a towel, which protects the scratch resistance built into the lens.
Smith Optics Background
Smith has built performance eyewear for outdoor explorers across snow, bike, fish, and surf for roughly 50 years, and the Shoal reflects that same water-ready design philosophy.
Why Buy From Island Water Sports
Island Water Sports has served South Florida's water and beach community since 1978, and we stock the Shoal because it is built for exactly the kind of all-day sun exposure our customers face on the water.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Smith Optics
- Product
- Smith Shoal Polarized Sunglasses
- Gender
- Female
- Feature
- ChromaPop™ polarized lenses cut glare and enhance color and contrast
- Feature
- Smudge and moisture-resistant coatings for easy cleaning and clear optics
- Feature
- 6-base lens curvature
- Feature
- Casual, wraparound fit
- Feature
- Megol temples and nose pads provide a non-slip grip so glasses stay put
- Feature
- Spring hinges self-adjust to your face for a customized fit
- Feature
- Evolve™ bio-based frame material is lightweight and durable
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are Smith Shoal sunglasses polarized?
- Yes, they use ChromaPop polarized lenses, including a ChromaPop Glass polarized option that is also highly scratch-resistant.
- Why does it matter to wear polarized sunglasses on the water?
- The Shoal's polarized lenses cut glare and enhance color and contrast, which reduces eye fatigue during long periods in bright sun.
- What frame material does the Shoal use?
- The frame is made from Smith's Evolve bio-based material, described as lightweight and durable.
- Will the Shoal fit securely during activity?
- Spring hinges self-adjust to your face and Megol temples and nose pads provide a non-slip grip so the glasses stay put.
- Is the Shoal a good fit for fishing or paddling?
- Its medium to large coverage and casual wraparound shape are built for extended sun exposure on the water, such as paddling or dock time.
- Are the lenses easy to keep clean?
- Yes, the lenses have smudge and moisture-resistant coatings for easy cleaning and clear optics.