Fishing-focused bright-light lens
Combines 11% light transmission with polarised glare reduction for intense sunlight and reflective environments.
Designed primarily for deep-water fishing in intense sunlight, the Wiley X Alpine combines an 11% light-transmission CAPTIVATE™ Polarized Blue Mirror lens with a ventilated Gloss Crystal Grey high-wrap frame. Its polarised glare reduction, airflow system and moisture-responsive contact points support active use around water. The complete frame-and-lens system has also been assessed against a defined American military fragment-impact requirement.
Product description
Polarized Filter 8™ reduces horizontal glare reflected from water and other shiny surfaces. CAPTIVATE™ technology increases contrast, while the Grey lens base keeps most colours close to their natural appearance and makes green tones more distinct.
The high-wrap frame combines integrated airflow channels with semi-hooked temples and hydrophilic rubber contact points. These features help manage condensation and support stability as movement and moisture increase.
Key features
CAPTIVATE™ colour performance
Increases contrast and makes green tones more distinct while keeping most other colours close to their natural appearance.
Dynamic ventilation
Side channels direct airflow behind the lens to help manage condensation.
Active high-wrap fit
Semi-hooked temples and hydrophilic rubber contact points support stability during movement.
UV filtration and coatings
Provides 100% UVA and UVB protection with anti-reflective, oleophobic and scratch-resistant treatments.
Defined fragment-impact testing
The complete frame-and-lens system has been assessed against MIL-PRF-32432A.
Recommended use
The WX Alpine Blue Mirror configuration is particularly suited to deep-water fishing in intense sunlight where glare reflected from the water is common.
Its ventilation and active-fit features also support cycling, running, trail activities, daytime driving, shooting and tactical use where bright conditions, movement, heat or moisture are important considerations.
Fit & comfort
Designed to adjust, built to stay secure
The high-wrap Base Curve 8 frame is made from lightweight, durable Triloid™ Nylon. It has a Gloss Crystal Grey finish.
The high-wrap Base Curve 8 frame is made from lightweight, durable Triloid™ Nylon. It has a Gloss Crystal Grey finish.
The Dynamic Ventilation System directs airflow through integrated side channels and behind the lens to help manage condensation. Semi-hooked temples and rubber nose and temple contact points support a stable fit. The hydrophilic rubber is designed to provide more grip as moisture increases.
Lens details
CAPTIVATE™ Polarized Blue Mirror
11% light transmissionThe CAPTIVATE™ lens manages selected wavelengths by separating overlapping blue, green and red light. This increases contrast and helps colours and visual differences appear more distinct. The Grey base keeps most colours close to their natural appearance while making green tones more noticeable. Polarized Filter 8™ reduces horizontal light reflected from surfaces such as water, wet roads and windscreens. The lens filters selected blue light reflected from water. It also reduces scattered short-wavelength blue light associated with haze and filters ultraviolet and blue light at wavelengths up to 430 nm. Around water, reducing surface glare can make observable features beneath the surface easier to distinguish where water clarity, light and viewing conditions permit.
The 2.5 mm lens is made from strong, durable Selenite™ polycarbonate and provides 100% UVA and UVB protection.
Anti-reflective coating: Reduces distracting reflections from the back surface of the polarised lens.
Oleophobic coating: Helps reduce smudges and makes dirt, oil and moisture easier to remove.
T-Shell™ coating: Helps resist scratches and limit surface damage, although scratch-resistant does not mean scratch-proof.
Protection backed by defined testing
This configuration is assessed against ANSI Z87.1, MIL-PRF-32432A, ISO 12312-1.
ANSI Z87.1
Assesses the complete eyewear against defined high-velocity and high-mass impact tests. These include a fast-moving 6.35 mm steel ball and a 500 g pointed falling projectile; the frame and lens must remain intact during testing.
MIL-PRF-32432A
Assesses the complete frame-and-lens system against a defined American military high-speed fragment-impact requirement. Test velocities vary according to the applicable eyewear category.
ISO 12312-1
Assesses sunglasses intended for normal wear and driving against defined optical, classification and user-information requirements.