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sunglasses for August Rainier climb

PostPosted: Wed Jul 06, 2011 1:00 am
by CONSIGLIEREG8R
Do I need Julbo glasses for the climb? I have a very good pair of Costa's that have excellent coverage. Just trying to get down the nitty gritty of what I need to buy and what I should rent.

Re: sunglasses for August Rainier climb

PostPosted: Wed Jul 06, 2011 1:18 am
by JHH60
If your sunglasses block 100% of UV, have overall light transmission <10% or so, and are either wraparound design or have side shields so that reflected light from the sides or underneath is blocked, then they will probably work fine. If not, or you're not sure, then glacier glasses aren't that expensive.

Re: sunglasses for August Rainier climb

PostPosted: Wed Jul 06, 2011 2:53 am
by lcarreau
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Re: sunglasses for August Rainier climb

PostPosted: Wed Jul 06, 2011 2:31 pm
by Buz Groshong
Julbo Sherpas are $45 at REI.