UV-Blocker Sun Umbrella UV Protection Compact - Auto Open/Close - Double Vented Canopy - Windproof Sun Umbrella for Walking - 55+ UPF - 42"/44"/58"

I was one of the extras in The Chosen for the filming of the Feeding of the 5,000 (aka Feeding of the Fried Thousand 😜) I was on set (outside!) for two 10-12 hour days in late June = 🥵🥵🥵!!! Do you remember the level in Mario Bros where the sun ☀️ is trying to kill you? Yeah, we did the real life version those two days! We knew in advance that it would be 100 degrees with 50%+ humidity - and I don’t do well in the heat 😂 so I agonized about what items to bring to help me - especially a UV blocking umbrella. This one claims to make it several degrees cooler underneath - and it DOES! It was definitely my most important protection from the sun and heat. It was perfect for covering just me - if you want to share, you should get a larger size. It was very sturdy too - when the wind would gust, sooo many people’s umbrellas flipped outward and/or broke. The vents on this were perfect to let the wind through. Once I was accidentally holding sideways it so that it caught a direct blast of wind into the canopy which flipped it outward - but I immediately flipped it back and no damage had been done. The opening and closing mechanisms worked flawlessly for “Camera’s up! Umbrellas down!” too many times to count. In a perfect world, I wish it was a little more compact and lightweight when closed, but then I suppose it wouldn’t be as sturdy - which is more important in my opinion. Anyway! If you’re looking for an excellent UV umbrella that does what it says while also being small enough to travel with - congratulations! You found it!!! I also took an electric neck fan (the batteries lasted the entire day!), a wooden fan, a Frogg togg towel and a water mister. Most important was drinking plenty of water with electrolyte packets added.

The UV-Blocker Umbrella has become my go-to companion for sun protection. This umbrella offers reliable and effective shielding against harmful UV rays. The UV-blocking technology employed in this umbrella is truly impressive. It provides exceptional protection from both UVA and UVB rays, keeping me safe from the sun's harmful effects. With this umbrella, I can confidently venture outdoors without worrying about sunburn or sun damage. Aside from its protective properties, the UV-Blocker Umbrella is also highly durable. It boasts a sturdy construction and quality materials, ensuring it can withstand various weather conditions. The umbrella's compact and lightweight design makes it convenient to carry, making it a practical choice for everyday use. Furthermore, the UV-Blocker Umbrella features a user-friendly design. It opens and closes effortlessly, and the canopy size provides ample coverage. The handle is comfortable to hold, offering a secure grip even on windy days. Overall, the UV-Blocker Umbrella has exceeded my expectations in terms of sun protection and durability. It is a reliable companion for outdoor activities, offering peace of mind and excellent value for the price. I wholeheartedly give it a perfect 5 out of 5 stars rating.

I monitor golden eagle nests yearly for a research project on nest success/failure. This year I had a nest that had no shade, and unusually hot weather for our area. Since my viewing location was farther than the "safe" distance deemed proper for studying eagle nests without disturbing the nesting process, I was able to sit outside my truck in a chair with my spotting scope. My view area, however, had no trees for shade. I soon realized that sitting in 80 and 90 degree temperatures for 6-hours at a time was not only uncomfortable, but of course also unhealthy, even with my hat and sunblock. I decided to try this UV blocker umbrella, and what a success it was! This umbrella not only protected me from the sun's damaging effects, but it also really did drop the temperature. I can not attest to how much of a drop it was, but it felt like at least 10 degrees. The minute I opened the umbrella I could feel a noticeable change in the heat. As far as the wind goes, the baffles work quite nicely, but only if you aim the umbrella so that the wind does not blow into the interior of the umbrella. If you are holding it so that the wind blows into the umbrella, depending on how strong the wind is, it may turn the umbrella inside out. Not to worry, however, I had this happen 3-times due to unexpected wind gusts, and it snapped back into place, with no harm to the umbrella, when I turned the outside top of the umbrella toward the wind. I am not sure how much wind it can take, but one of the things we do is monitor the weather, including wind, and I have used it in gusty wind up to 15-MPR with no problems, as long as I angled it so that the gusts would not catch the inside. This umbrella was well worth the price. My only problem was holding it over my head, while writing in my research log book, and data sheet. A longer handle would have helped me out here, but most people won't have that issue.

I recently purchased this umbrella for a family road trip that included stops in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida in June and July. We knew it would be really hot and humid, plus I have very fair skin and get sunburned easily. I also have family history of skin cancer and try to be very careful about sun exposure. This umbrella was one of the very best items we purchased for our trip! It made a huge difference in our comfort level when outdoors in the heat and sun. We took turns using it (or used it in pairs) and wished we had purchased one for each family member! We also brought two ordinary umbrellas, and the difference between using this UV-Blocking umbrella and the regular ones was substantial. Using this umbrella gave so much more relief from the intensity of the heat and sunshine. We used it when in line at attractions at Disney World parks, while strolling through botanical gardens and hot city streets. We used it nearly every day of our trip. We got some curious looks from others, but when I saw their sweat drenched shirts and flushed faces, I was incredibly grateful to have this umbrella! We felt noticeably cooler when using this umbrella on hot and sunny days, and when it rained a number of times on our trip, it was an awesome rain umbrella too! It is built very sturdy, and has a handy strap on it's carrying bag that allows you to sling it over your shoulder so that you can remain hands-free when not in use. We intend to purchase at least one more before we take another trip, because we loved this umbrella so much. This is a great umbrella that I highly recommend!

I bought this UV-blocking sun protection umbrella because I hate tanning. It’s large and really keeps the sun away, which I love. The only downside is that it’s a bit heavy to carry around, but it does the job well

This was a great uv umbrella, for my trip to Oaxaca. It was so hot and humid. I must say, this UV umbrella made a big difference.

Great umbrella to use while out running errands or on vacation. Small enough to fit in a Loungefly backpack for those trips to Disney. Also helped me not feel overheated.

Yes, it works, and yes I consider it worth the 4x cost of a normal umbrella. I tried a normal umbrella, but noticed that I was getting a fair amount of heat from the direct rays. This is because the fabric absorbs the heat from the direct rays and then re-emits the heat under the shade of the umbrella (I have a BS in Physics and am a Licensed Engineer, and I have studied and used these thermodynamic principles in my line of work). I began searching for an umbrella with a reflective surface, since it would substantially reduce the problem of re-emitting heat under the umbrella. This umbrella does a very good job of this. It is also constructed well, and handles being inverted, due to tricky winds, with no failures to the structural components. It blocks most of the direct rays from the sun (you can still see a little bit of the sun through the cloth). You will still feel heat from the surroundings since the ground is hot and strongly emitting Infra-red heat, but you will get very good relief from the direct sunlight. While compact, this umbrella is a bit thicker and heavier than a normal compact umbrella. This is due to the reflective coating on the outside surface of the cloth. I have gotten used to this, especially when it blocks the sun so well. There are other reflective umbrellas out there for less cost. I don't know anything about them, and they may work okay, but I can vouch for this ones performance. It is a good alternative to putting on sunscreen and as a bonus it keeps sunscreen from polluting our water (which it does when you swim or bath).