sungrubbies UV Travel Sun Umbrella Lightweight UPF 50 Auto Open Close, Compact Silver Vent Wind Resistant Travel Friendly

I’m from Oregon where we are no strangers to rain, however the down pouring at Disneyworld is FL is something else. The auto retraction of this umbrella made it easy for quick coverage when the rain came. Not too heavy to keep in your backpack, however it’s not compact if you’re looking for something small. The size is big enough for only one person, I had a hard time trying to fit my boyfriend under it with me. Provided good shade too walking around in the sun, especially for being a red head. It’s not very wind resistant tho, luckily only blew inside out once and easily went back to normal.

I tried researching to find a UV umbrella that was decently durable and came across this one with the best reviews. I purchased exclusively for afternoon soccer games and it has saved me from some pretty hot days! Im Irish and very pale so living in florida provides me with a subtly pink complexion all year round which of course is not desirable. Ive been needing a UV umbrella for a while and finally decided it was time since my son started soccer this year. Its not huge but not small and the perfect size for sitting on the sidelines next to and in front of several people. It doesnt hit anyone next to me and provides me with the shade I need to protect my skin. I will say that the last game there was a few wind gusts and everyone called me Mary Poppins because the umbrella blew inside out a couple times but did not break or malfunction and I was able to pop it back the correct way. I have not used it while raining so I cant attest to its ability there but I would only use this to block sun. Overall a great and necessary buy.

Its big enough to give UV protection and the case is convenient

We took it with us to the three day long MotoGP event, although we were expecting it to be much hotter in Austin Texas for late April the weather was suprisingly cool and on one day a bit windy. But when the sun did its thing on Saturday and Sunday afternoon the umbrella came out and WOW!!!! how things changed in that there was a significant change in the thermal condition if you were underneath it. What a repreave from the UV rays and heat. The folks that were behind the umbrella did say that the heat being radiated from the umbrella was noticeable as was the light being reflected from it too. so we had to use discretion when we used it so as to not inflict discomfort on those surrounding us. But if we had not been in a crowd this product did exactly what it was intended to do KEEP THE HEAT DOWN and the UV RAYS AWAY! Thanks for this product. Will use it again.

Does have a slight plastic smell, but it’s not overpowering or strong at all. The umbrella works well enough at protecting you from the sun. It was easy to open, but a little harder to close. Have not used very many times, so I can’t say whether it will last, but my initial impression is that it is of pretty good quality.

Really like this. I go hiking in sunny Southern California so this becomes super handy for it is lightweight, small but just big enough. It withstands the winds and I love the wrist handle which prevents the umbrella from suddenly flying away. It makes all the difference in super hot sunny weather. I feel like a shady tree is following me around.

Excellent quality, strong, sturdy protection from the sun and the rain. I love mine and so does my family, I decided to purchase one for my sister and one for my mom. Now they take theirs everywhere! You will love this one!

I had purchased it in Sept. 2022. In March 2023, one of the supporting aluminum ribs snapped and broke off. It prevented the opening and closing of the umbrella. Upon contacting the Seller SunGrubbies, I got an immediate response via Amazon link asking me to send the Order Number and my shipping address. I immediately supplied the information, but all of a sudden, the Seller went on radio silence! I followed up twice more but got absolutely no response for a while, but did get back to me to take care care of the situation to my complete satisfaction. Mater of fact, the replacement item got damaged in shipping, so they send me replacement item for that again. Its a company that I am very glad to say that they stood behind their promise of lifetime warranty. I will be more than happy to buy their item again.

1 Star. (SEE UPDATE BELOW and excuse long review but needed). At first, umbrella seemed to be just right and worked fine. About a week ago, it wouldnt close. It seems to be jammed in a stuck open position no and no matter how hard I try (short of breaking it), it will not close. Three weeks and it no longer works? What the heck! It is now useless because how do you go around town trying to enter/exit car or stores with a umbrella that will not close. Today, I have contacted seller through Amazon, explained the situation, and asked for a replacement or refund. Although with a replacement, I run the risk of ending up with the same issue. Well see. I will update this post as to whether or not seller resolves this problem fairly. If they do not, I will highly recommend against buying this item and describe in more detail its apparent poor/cheap design. Yes, it is only a $20 umbrella but who would expect it to only work for 3 weeks before going bad. If not for this issue, I would have given this product at least 4 stars because its a great sun protection device and a perfect size. For now though, I just gave away $25 bucks for nothing (yet). UPDATE: 4 stars. Great customer service! Just two days afters my initial complaint submittal a new, replacement umbrella has arrive at my doorstep. Sun Grubbies customer service contacted me one day after my complaint, apologized, and said a replacement would be out asap. So to their credit, they backed up their merchandise and proved to be a reliable, trustworthy company. I would surely do business with them again. Regarding the umbrella. The replacement seems to work just fine and I will, to be on the safe side, open and close it extra gently in hopes that I dont encounter the same problem as before (not that I caused it). I will give benefit of the doubt that the first umbrella going bad on me was a fluke. Where as my initial rating was 1 star (see above), my new rating (which includes great customer service)is now a legit 4 stars. Umbrella open/closes fine, provides great sun protection, its not too heavy, it looks like a sun umbrella, and it appears decently built - time will tell. No problem recommending a buy for this item. UPDATE #2 (9-24-12): Still 4 stars! Have had this umbrella for over a year not and it still works great. I do though open and close it with attention to how Im doing it to be sure I dont inadvertently jam it or force it. I always use the attached strap to secure it close and then toss it in the back seat of my car to be prepared for the next sun scorching day. I still recommend this item and would buy it again should the need arise.

It works like a charm! Blocks off most heat when I am using it.