Gadgets & Gears
Keep an eye on shades
By Linda Stahl
lstahl@courier-journal.com
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The Courier-Journal
Sunglasses are an important component of eye care, but it's so
easy to lose them on the water.
A three-in-one product called PROSHADE could help. It's a
floatable visor, eyeglasses case and lanyard.
The visor, which provides additional screening for your eyes,
can be attached to your eyeglasses while you wear them.
In seconds, the visor, while still attached to your glasses,
can be turned into a padded case that will protect your lenses from scratches.
The lanyard around your neck keeps them close.
If you're boating and drop your visor with glasses attached in
the water, they'll float. If the glasses are stored in the visor that has been
turned into an eyeglasses case, it too will float.
The PROSHADE visor/case/lanyard retails for $14.95 to $19.95.
It is expected to reach optical shops and stores that cater to
boaters and beachgoers soon. A representative said PROSHADE should be available
in the
Meanwhile, check it out on www.proshade.net
. You can buy PROSHADE online, too.
