The equatorial sun is very strong. While you should make it a habit to protect your eyes against the sun all the time, on Kilimanjaro it’s extra important that you have the right eyewear. In this video, we discuss what to look for when choosing your sunglasses, the common types of sunglasses, and let you know which are suitable and which are definitely not.
The most important feature for your sunglasses is that they provide 100% protection from UV rays. Ultraviolet, or UV, is high-energy light that’s beyond the spectrum visible to humans. UV radiation is harmful to the eyes. Overexposure to this light is thought to be a cause of cataracts, retinal damage and other eye problems.
UV exposure at high altitude is substantially greater than at sea level because there is less atmosphere to filter out ultraviolet light. It is estimated that with every 1,000 meters in altitude, UV levels increase by about 10%. So, on the summit of Kilimanjaro, there is approximately 60% more UV radiation than at sea level. On top of that, in snowy environments, up to 90% of the radiation can be reflected off the ground. In these circumstances, the intensity of UV radiation is effectively two times greater than at sea level. This is why you need to take your eye protection seriously.
When choosing your sunglasses, make sure they provide 100% protection from UV rays. Look for products that specifically state this, or are labeled as UV400.
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VIDEO CONTENTS
0:00 - Intro
0:27 - Ultraviolet (UV) Protection
1:38 - Visible Light Transmission (VLT)
2:11 - Polarized vs. Non-Polarized
2:50 - Casual Sunglasses
3:26 - Shield Sunglasses
4:17 - Sport Sunglasses
4:54 - Ski Goggles
5:22 - Glacier Glasses
6:04 - Recap
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