Coolibar UPF 50+ 48 Inch Calotta Fashion Umbrella - Sun Protective (One Size- Silver/Green)

The plastic part that prevents the umbrella from opening on its own was broken out of the box.

From the effectively ergonomic handle to the smooth auto-release to the heft of the material, this umbrella is well worth the cost.

I had been looking to buy this for a couple of years, but it was always sold out (the small travel size was only available, and I wanted the bigger one). This umbrella has made a big difference in my life. Im not a big fan of the sun in general, and the sun becomes especially oppressive when I take my daily lunch break walk. I walk about 2.5 miles along the water and there isnt much shade. I was tired of coming back to work completely sweaty and being unevenly colored (dark arms, sun marks on my face around my sunglasses...not attractive).

Great umbrella for Hawaii’s sunny weather while watching our grandchildren play soccer or flag football. It feels cooler under the umbrella than others umbrellas.

Thank you

I bought this umbrella because of the good reputation it had. My friends have them, and they have stood up for 7 years. Mine is just over 1 year old, and the sun repellant layer already started peeling off. (See photos). Coolibar won’t do anything to resolve it, since it was purchased through Amazon. I’d urge potential buyers to think carefully before spending this amount on an umbrella, without knowing if the manufacturer and vender will be willing to resolve any problems that might occur.

The DC summers are brutal for those of us in business suits. I am single handedly going to start a trend among businessmen: the parasol. This thing works. It is immediately more comfortable when you open it and put it above your head. It is, as others have called it, a portable shade tree. It looks classy and the construction seems solid.

Worked perfectly on my Hawaiian vacation but a bit tight in crowds with wide span when open. Wish it were collapsible, too.

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Since I bought this umbrella several of my friends liked it so much that they bought one too. My wife lost hers and promptly bought another. It not only blocks the sin rays but provides a cool breeze when held at the right angle. Usually toward the direction of the sun