CoolibarUPF 50+ 42 Inch Sodalis Travel Umbrella - Sun Protective (One Size- Coolibar Blue)

I don’t know what people are complaining about. High quality UPF 50+ protection umbrella. No heavier than a regular umbrella, the handle is nice with a coating to help with grip. Came in its own protective case. Had a normal production smell that’s not overpowering and will dissipate once the umbrella has been opened and used some. Easy to open, easy to close. This is a great addition to cut down on sun exposure and the FL heat. I would definitely buy it again.

I love this umbrella. This is the second one I've purchased. I still use the first one I purchased about 12 years ago, but it is silver and is starting to look a little "tired" . When I saw this umbrella in blue, I thought it was so pretty that I decided to treat myself to a new one.As a resident in San Diego, we have many sunny days, and the UV rating gets higher all the time. As a fair skinned person, I take UV protection very seriously. I've tried UV rated clothing, but always felt so uncomfortable due to the type of material used to create the UV protection. They claim to be "wicking" but that doesn't reduce the warmth I feel. The same goes for wearing a hat. It's just too uncomfortable since all my heat escapes through my head, not to mention how it "flattens" my hair. Using this umbrella makes the heat and sun very bearable as I walk to the gym or run errands each day, and I can wear sleeveless tank tops without concern for the sun. Of course, I've been doing this for years so I'm used to the odd looks I get sometimes, but most people say, "what a great idea."I noticed that some reviews complain about the weight of the umbrella since it is considered a travel umbrella. This weight is caused by the thickness of the spines, which is what makes it such a quality umbrella. But holding it in position has never felt uncomfortable to me at all. This sturdiness is really helpful on windy days. On very windy days I have had it turn inside out, but I just turned the umbrella to face the opposite direction and it reverted back to its original shape. I have since learned how to hold the umbrella so that the dome faces the wind, and it won't turn inside out. However, this happens only on extremely windy days.As far as comfort goes, I once went to a store opening event and upon arrival saw the the line to get in was long and shade was limited; most people were standing in the sun. I did not have my UV umbrella with me, so I grabbed the small black rain umbrella I keep in the car. As I stood in line, I felt the heat despite of the shade that the umbrella provided. It was stifling! That is the problem with regular umbrellas since they don't reflect the sun so you get heated while using them. The Coolibar umbrella stays cool underneath and is very comfortable.I think the $49 price of Coolibar's umbrella is reasonable for the quality. I paid the same price 12 years ago, and in the case of umbrellas, you definitely get what you pay for. I highly recommend this umbrella for anyone who is concerned about UV rays and being comfortable in the sun.

Excelente producto

I was never able to use this umbrella because they sent me a broken umbrella that is completely unusable. The umbrella does not extend and remain open, so it is as useless as a paperweight. They need to ensure better quality checks on their products before selling to customers.

I have an autoimmune condition that means I need to be very serious about sun protection, and I got this umbrella for days when I don't want to wear a hat. It's great! It's easy to use, sturdy, and copes well with wind. It's also compact enough to carry around easily and to not take up too much room when I'm walking down the sidewalk. It also works well for rain, making it a versatile addition to the stuff I carry with me daily. Coolibar products do tend to be a bit more expensive, but the extra money is worth it for the quality you get and the sun protection the products offer.

This is a great umbrella for sun protection. It does a good job of keeping you cool. However, I wanted a light umbrella and the weight in the description is inaccurate so it's a bit heavy to carry on my morning walk in addition to a water bottle. On my kitchen scale the weight reads 1 lb 8 oz.

Has protected me from extremely sunny days without sunscreen! Just having a hard time keeping it up, as it tends to pop down

This umbrella arrived sooner than anticipated, and when I used it the auto open and close worked great for me since I don't have full strength in my hands. The umbrella kept me cooler and protected me from the sun. Perfect for those who shouldn't be in the sun for medical reasons!