totes Blue Line Golf-Size Vented Canopy Compact Umbrella, Black, One Size

I was looking for a large umbrella in our school colors and this one is exactly what I was looking for!! Its very sturdy, has a comfortable grip handle & is large enough to protect a couple adults from the wind and rain!! A bonus with this golf-size umbrella is that it folds very compact, which was a nice feature!! I am happy with my purchase...unfortunately (or maybe, fortunately) it has only rained once during our soccer games since I bought it!

Its a pretty large umbrella that still can fit (just barely) inside my backpack, and it appeared to be pretty sturdy. Ive had it for about two months now. Ive mostly used it in light rain, and it would keep me dry for the most part. However, I began having issues with the water seeping through it on extended walks, or when I would use it, go inside, and use it again in short succession. I suspect that when I shake it off upon entering a building that, because it is vented, the water shakes down into the interior. Then when I use it a few hours later, this trapped water might get stuck in creases and form a sort of water tension bridge that allows water to wick through the material. This theory is giving the benefit of the doubt to the manufacturer, because the alternative is that it is just of inferior quality and soaks through after 20 minutes or so. Ive also just noticed significant amounts of rust forming at the joints that are causing rust stains to appear on the fabric and creaking at the joints. I may try to oil the dozens of joints to reduce this problem, but of course then Ill have oil on the inside of an umbrella that also has a dripping problem. Id be wary of buying this again. Id suggest giving the outside some additional water proofing if you get it, and be careful not to invert the umbrella to shake excess water off like you might with a non-vented type.

this umbrella is a good size, very durable, but the only thing about this is that if it did not dry properly the tips at the edge of the umbrella would rust. MAKE SURE TO DRY before storing.

Pretty standard here, it does what an umbrella should. I do like the handle having grip to it. Its big enough to keep my back from getting soaked or purse at your side. It doesnt fit in a purse but its not huge so its fine to hold. Does good, Im pleased. Not those cheap tiny things you get at the store that will fall apart soon as the wind comes.

Heavy duty umbrella should hold up to winds. Large coverage, enough for 2 people. Kind of bulky and on heavy side but thats what I ordered. The handle could be a little more ergonomic.

Quality construction, sturdy and does pretty good in reasonable wind (read less than 20mph, I havent had the pleasure of using it in higher wind). I would gladdly buy it again if I managed to lose it. The size is large enough that two people can easily use it at the same time. The automatic opening action, a feature that I didnt think that I needed is actually pretty darn handy when your other hand is occupied with coffee or a bag, etc. Edit 7/8/2015: So the rivets have started to fail at the edge of the umbrella. This does not render the umbrella useless, however there is a noticeable droop on two of the edges. Im still fairly happy with the umbrella, but this does take away from its ability to last. My rating has changed from 5 stars to 3. Two years old shouldnt be failing this quickly. (I always leave it open to dry after use.) Edit 10/2/2015: No longer impressed. Too much money spent on an umbrella that failed after two years of light use. I can No longer recommend this umbrella.

Ive owned several Totes umbrellas. They are stylish and have an easy open button. I especially like the ones with a vented canopy. It helps to keep the umbrella from turning inside out when the winds are strong. This umbrella is larger than the other one I own, which makes it easier to share. It comes with a handy cover to protect it. I am planning to order another one in a different color.

This arrived on time and well packaged. It is very handsome. But, while I do need a large canopy umbrella, I imagine that over the course of say ..... 20 minutes, this will be too heavy for me to manage. I am a woman and thought I would give the umbrella a try knowing that it is advertised a mens tote. I cannot speak to how it held up in rain or wind or repelling rain off of the material. I returned it post haste thanks to Amazon. But, it sure is nice looking. Thank you!!

Durable. Takes a little strength to close.

This is a very good umbrella. I purchased it because my old umbrella broke and I liked the idea of adding a little color to the streets of New York. I have not had an issue with wind with it (which is good, because I live in a wind tunnel. Only thing I would change is possibly to include a button to have it detract or at least fold the umbrella up. As it stands now, to close, you pull it back. This is a minor request.