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I live in an area with strong winds and I'm happy with Knirps, they can be found in both NA and EU.
More expensive than "regular" umbrellas, but they are built to last and are compact to boot.
Thank you, I'll probably go for the t200.
Anyone has used blunt umbrellas? I like the design and reviews seem to say they are sturdy too.
We were just not an hour or two ago having a natter about umbrellas after I bought a RAM umbrella (I've used their mounts, was surprised they did umbrellas) after years of living in the UK. Yes, I've never used an umbrella in all my days here.....
Along with the Blunt recommendation I also got from my expert across the pond poking me towards these too
https://www.rei.com/product/206129/shedrain-54-vortex-vented-jumbo-compact-auto-openclose-umbrella
The RAM one is fugging lethal if you point the opening mechanism towards someone's face, but is very satisfying and seems solid contrary to the reviews?
I had a blunt umbrella several years ago (not the compact model however) and it was great quality and would buy it again. I sadly lost mine a while back
I've been tempted by a Blunt umbrella but I'm sure I'd lose it immediately! I've been wondering if I could attach some sort of tracking device to it haha
Oh nice, another knirps fan. I love them.
Seconded, got mine years back for living in Scotland. Still not broken after almost 10 years use.