Best Umbrella for City Walkers
Hi!
I live in NYC and have gone through too many umbrellas that I can count. They invert, metal bits tend to come off, basically, they fall apart. Any suggestions of a really good umbrella that can withstand a lot and is easy to carry? I want the collapsable type. Lifetime warranty would also be nice. Cheers, gtrekker2003 |
I have given up on finding the type umbrella you seek because despite the label, they always invert and self destruct - no matter what the cost. Also, I tend to lose them, close them in car doors, lend them to people and never see them again. So I have gone the other route and picked up several much cheaper umbrellas and consider them disposable items - I still find this kind of purchasing and merchandising somewhat offensive, but practical won over for me.
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Go online and put "windefyer" in google. No umbrella is perfect, but this one has withstood a lot of wind for me -- and it comes in multiple sizes, including one small enough to carry in the briefcase I carry for work. Good luck.
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gtrekker, I had the same thought this past Tues. as I walked with mine inside out. Thanks for the question and screenwriter thanks for the info. They appear to be very inexpensive.
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I received Magellan's catalog a few days ago. They carry a compact, automatic umbrella that they claim won't blow inside out. It sells for $24.95. I plan on ordering one.
Their website is: www.magellans.com |
Honestly, after living in Seattle for a while, and now using a stroller in NYC on a regular basis, I have decided that umbrellas are worthless. Go for a good raincoat with a hood instead.
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I'm a big fan of the Brookstone umbrella. Lightweight and durable, it is a good value and stylish.
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