The Original Repel Reverse Umbrella - Windproof Inverted Umbrella w/ 8 Fiberglass Reinforced Ribs - Easy Upside Down Open And Close - Large Umbrella Protects Against Rain, Wind, Snow and Sleet

There is a velcro strap that holds the material tight when it is stowed. On a regular umbrella, this is on top of the umbrella when in use. But on a reverse umbrella, it dangles down while using the umbrella. This would not be a problem if it was in the rear of the umbrella, but the grip of the handle makes you hold it in one direction, and so the strap is dangling in front of your face. Very distracting and not a good look if youre meeting someone. You could tie it up each time you use the umbrella, but that takes two hands making the umbrella very un-handy. Im going to try removing it and sewing it on the back of the umbrella, but I have doubts about this since the underside of the umbrella seems like a more fragile material than the top. Speaking of which, because this underside material is on the outside when folded because of the reverse-umbrella design, I worry about it tearing when I am carrying the umbrella folded up. Repel should fix this design with the strap in front.

big than I think. OK to use.

I love the design of this umbrella. Getting out of the car or walking inside isnt a pain anymore. It closes in reverse, so its fast and simple. The size is on the larger side than a standard travel one. I normally have my purse on me and it always gets wet, not with this one. Definitely recommend for the price, the quality, and most importantly, the ease of it.

The grip is comfortable, the material of the canopy works as expected. What didnt was the opening mechanism. After the 1st successful use, as in you push the button and help it up a bit and it opens, this stopped working. Now I push and hold the button, push the canopy all the way to the open position, but the ribs of the canopy, some extend and form as they should while the others dont, so you have to sort that out and force them into their final position by hand, then you get to use it. At least closing works fine. I thought this was the last umbrella I needed to buy, but I still have to look again.

The best umbrella design ever! Makes entering a car in the rain with an umbrella a pleasure instead of an aggravating wet chore.

Got this over the totes version because it was $5 cheaper and the Repel had way more positive reviews. As it turns out my co-worker got the totes version the same week. odd coincidence, but it allowed us to compare. Ultimately they are pretty much identical. The totes do have an automatic release button. So if that feature is worth $5 to you then get the totes otherwise no discernible difference except maybe the repel has a more comfortable handle if that matters.

Beautiful, sturdy umbrella with a shoulder bag to boot. Came well packaged.

It feels good in my hand, havent had chance to use it yet

The Umbrella is pretty strong and a great size- Having kids and sports- this is essential. Typically, I would say 5 stars but I was a little taken aback at the picture vs the actual product- I ordered the Navy- and it looks like its a nice two-tone black top with navy inside- when I received the umbrella- its all Navy- and the rods are orange- Again its not a deal breaker and I like the rods in orange- but think maybe they should work on the product pictures to give an accurate idea of what it looks like. Updated: After my post, Upper Echelon reached out and were nothing short of amazing- they asked a couple questions about my order and fixed it right away- The umbrella is great but the service was even better!

The lifetime warranty is legit.