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Robust, yet compact umbrella? (lemmy.world)
submitted 3 months ago by BeatTakeshi@lemmy.world to c/buyitforlife@slrpnk.net
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So I don't live in a hurricane area, but average storms got the best of my two umbrellas that I thought would withstand the wind. One samsonite, one Taiwanese brand (rainbow) that had advertised it as storm resistant. It is true that both would "pop out" in case of strong winds, which is to prevent the immediate break.

Still, facing the wind (a sudden burst as I was walking past a tall building) has bent the ribs irremediably.

Any suggestions based on actual experience?

Thank you

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[-] ladfrombrad 6 points 3 months ago

We were just not an hour or two ago having a natter about umbrellas after I bought a RAM umbrella (I've used their mounts, was surprised they did umbrellas) after years of living in the UK. Yes, I've never used an umbrella in all my days here.....

Along with the Blunt recommendation I also got from my expert across the pond poking me towards these too

https://www.rei.com/product/206129/shedrain-54-vortex-vented-jumbo-compact-auto-openclose-umbrella

The RAM one is fugging lethal if you point the opening mechanism towards someone's face, but is very satisfying and seems solid contrary to the reviews?

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