Rain-MateWindproof Compact Umbrellas for Rain - Portable Folding Travel Umbrella - Auto Open & Close Button

***2019 Update***Last year was a record year in my state for rainfall. More rain was seen last year than has been seen for over a century. So you can imagine that I used this umbrella a LOT, and it’s still going strong. This umbrella has traveled across the country on an airplane, been tossed into bags and suitcases, and more than a few times been dropped on the ground. This umbrella lives up to the claims of a sturdy construction.I have never had an umbrella last this long. The only minor thing “wrong” with it is that there are some rust stains on the fabric, which admittedly is probably my fault for folding it up wet a few times.All the open and closing mechanisms work, the color is still vibrant, and it still doesn’t flip in the winds. Still keeps me dry. Best umbrella I’ve ever owned. Best investment I ever made on an umbrella.***2017***I've struggled for so long to find a decent umbrella. Didn't seem to matter if I spent a lot or a little they always broke on me, because where I live rain tends to be accompanied with strong wind. My umbrellas were forever breaking and being flipped inside out. Generally within only a few uses. I took this one out for the first time yesterday, and I stood outside for 45 minutes in some pretty strong wind and light rain and stayed as dry as possible under those circumstances. The design is suited to not being flipped, like other umbrellas that I have had. It has a very sturdy construction and the material repels water very well. It was wider than I expected for the relatively small size. It fits well in the side pocket of my backpack. It is a bit heavier than I expected, but still is not that much of an issue. Opening it is a snap, though closing it can be a bit fiddly, because you have to push down until it clicks in place and once or twice it seemed to have clicked but then sprang open again.I have high hopes though, especially since it comes with a lifetime guarantee. Will update in the future.

This is a well made umbrella that pops open and shut quickly. I haven't had to use it in strong winds yet, but am confident it will hold up much better than the Tote umbrellas I've had. It's a little larger than other umbrellas--good coverage for one person and fairly good coverage for 2 people. It's a little heavier than other umbrellas but to be expected as its components are sturdier.

After being in Japan and using an umbrella for sun and rain. I wonder why we do not use umbrellas more here. We dash out through the rain and never think about it. So I bought this for its compact size and style to carry in my car or bag. It's durable, east to fold back up and use. Looks to provide good coverage and wind resistance.

This is a well built, sturdy and strong umbrella. The colors are true to the picture online, but the metal spines and handle are fairly thick which makes it very sturdy and there's no way it would turn inside out in windy weather. For me, though, this makes it heavy and when you close it down to fit in closed position with the prongs inside the handle it was impossible for me to do so. I am 5'2" but I do lift weights 5 times a week so am not a weakling. Maybe it's just because I am short. My adult son had to close it for me completely; I couldn't do it. Otherwise, it works very well. The auto open and close is fast and easy to do by the push of a button on the handle. It's just getting it completely closed is a struggle for me. Love the colors. I reiterate, the heavy spine and handle make it a heavier-than-normal umbrella to carry closed or open. So because of these cons for me, I returned it. That was why I only gave it 4 stars.

Really simple, does the job. Cheap too! keep in mind it’s not a huge umbrella don’t get me wrong it’s plenty big for one MAYBE two but even two is stretching it. And that’s not meant to be a complaint. It’s very light but not “cheap feeling” light, easy to open, easy to collapse and roll back up. I haven’t used it in the wind yet so I have no comment on its wind resistance.

Great umbrella-had a vacation in Pacific NW and forecast was rain for 10 days. Luckily only 2 but this umbrella kept me and another dry - very lightweight as well. Excellent quality for the price

It's nice and big perfect size where you definitely don't feel like you're going to be poured on. I'm very wind resistant, it was worth the money.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:This Rain-Mate compact umbrella is impressively portable and fits easily in my bag. The auto open and close button is very handy, and the sturdy 8-rib design holds up well in windy conditions. I wish it dried a bit faster, but overall, it's a solid travel companion