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Lose the ball in the sun and you lose the point. Shop performance shades from Oakley, Pit Viper and Julbo built to cut glare and stay put on dives in the sand.
How to choose: look for a secure, wraparound fit and polarized or high-contrast lenses; a strap or grippy arms keep them on during play. A beach volleyball essential.
The best beach volleyball sunglasses have a lightweight, wraparound frame that stays put when you dive, lenses that cut glare so you can track the ball against the sun, and 100% UV protection. Popular choices include performance sport frames from Oakley, bold, durable shades from Pit Viper and sport sunglasses from Julbo. Find more beach volleyball gear.
Polarized lenses block reflected glare from sand and water, which makes it more comfortable to look up into a bright sky and track the ball. Many beach players love them. Some players prefer non-polarized, high-contrast lenses for a more natural view of the ball's spin and depth. Both work well, so choose what feels most comfortable, and always look for 100% UV protection. Shop all sunglasses.
Grey or smoke lenses reduce overall brightness without changing colours, ideal for full sun. Brown, amber or rose lenses boost contrast and help the ball stand out against the sky and sand. Mirrored lenses add extra glare reduction in very bright conditions. If you play in changing light, a high-contrast lens is a versatile choice. Compare frames from Oakley and Pit Viper.
Choose a snug, wraparound sport frame with grippy rubber nose pads and temple tips, which stay in place even when you're sweating. For extra security, add a retainer strap like the EyeGlass Holder so your sunglasses stay attached if they slip off on a dive. Sport frames from Oakley and Pit Viper are designed for active play.
Yes. Youth sunglasses have smaller frames so they fit snugly on younger faces and stay on during play, like the Pit Viper XS Radical Youth Sunglasses. Kids' eyes are more sensitive to UV, so 100% UV protection is just as important for them as for adults, especially during long days at the beach. Browse all sunglasses.
Sunglasses are made for outdoor play. Indoors, gym lighting is too dim for tinted lenses, so they would make the ball harder to see. Indoor players focus instead on a sweat-blocking headband to keep their vision clear. Sunglasses are essential for beach volleyball and outdoor grass tournaments.