Bajio Sunglasses
Bajío sunglasses are fast becoming the trend in saltwater eyewear—and for good reason. These performance-driven, environmentally conscious shades are tailor-made for anglers, beachgoers, and anyone who demands clarity, comfort, and sustainability out on the water.
As the freshwater and fishing communities look for gear that keeps up with high standards, Bajío is leading the charge.
Foremost, Bajío has built its reputation around lenses that aren’t just polarized—they also filter out harmful blue light by leveraging its proprietary LAPIS™ technology, blocking up to 95% of the worst blue light.
These lenses dramatically reduce eye fatigue, particularly useful when you’re staring across glare-rich flats, chasing fish under bright sun, or navigating salt-streaked spray.
On the sustainability front, Bajío doesn’t just talk the talk. Their frames are made from bio-based nylon, derived from plant sources.
The company’s eco-conscious manufacturing extends further: their packaging uses recycled materials, and the production process minimizes waste.
This focus on good-for-the-ocean design deeply resonates with saltwater anglers who want gear that protects the delicate ecosystems they fish in.
Performance-wise, Bajío has built a full lineup that meets the high demands of saltwater activity. Their frame collections include models designed specifically for flats, inshore, surf, and even vintage-inspired metal styles.
Whatever your water-filled pursuit, there’s likely a Bajío frame built for it.
Take, for example, the Bajío Soldado. With tough bio-nylon construction, no-slip contact points, and wide temples, this design holds up through long days on sunny salt flats or salty docks—adaptive for both performance and style.
Or consider the Bajío Las Rocas, a rugged wrap frame with vented side shields to cut glare off the water. That extra coverage matters when you’re scanning for tailing permit or redfish in shallow flats.
For anglers who favor ultra-light wear, the Bajío Eldora delivers full-wrap performance with added comfort from rubberized grips—ideal when you’re casting all day or balancing on the bow of a boat.
And for more relaxed but equally functional style, the Bajío Caballo offers larger lenses and a laid-back look, but still keeps the core optics and grip needed for saltwater performance.
Beyond aesthetics, Bajío sunglasses are truly engineered for saltwater environments. Their lens coatings are oleophobic, meaning sunscreen and saltwater wipe off more easily—an absolute must for long days under the sun.
The shades also come in a wide range of lens colors, each tuned for specific lighting conditions: bright offshore glare, inshore flats, or low-light morning or evening fishing.
What’s more, Bajío is expanding rapidly. In 2024, the brand introduced six new frame styles, including the Rigolets from their Tech Angler line, the Sigs from Tight Lines, and the surf-inspired Hopedale from their Surf collection.
Many of these new frames also feature recycled metals in their builds—so you’re not just buying great sunglasses, you’re supporting more sustainable practices.
All of that adds up to why Bajío is not only trending, but becoming central to the saltwater eyewear conversation. Anglers and water lovers are drawn to sunglasses that perform under brutal conditions but stay gentle on marine ecosystems.
Bajío’s commitment to cutting-edge lens tech, plant-based materials, and real-world usability is why their sunglasses are now a must-have for coastal and flats fishing enthusiasts.
In a saltwater world where clarity, sustainability, and style matter, Bajío isn’t just riding the wave—they’re making it.
Nautical Mile Magazine
