Folding umbrellas are the best sellers that fit even in a woman's clutch. Caution: the smallest umbrellas are the first contender for breakage. The more complex the mechanism, the more often it breaks. The “limit” of reliability is threefold folding.
It is a big mistake to buy small umbrellas with a dome diameter of up to 90 cm for "impressive" personalities. These will only protect a child from the rain, but not an adult.
Walking umbrellas are the most durable and durable. Stylish appearance, simple design, off scale reliability. There is simply nothing to break at the walking sticks!
It is a big mistake to buy a cane for athletes (even for beauties and Komsomol members). The pretentious look of the accessory will reduce the sporty image to the status of "ridiculous" and even ridiculous. Bulky walking sticks are the enemy of mobility. They cling to the tights of a fellow traveler on the subway and are often forgotten in cafes.
The umbrellas also differ in their mechanism:
- mechanical ones operate in manual mode;
- semi-automatic unfolds with a button;
- automatic works only by means of a button.
The future belongs to the "semiautomatic device". And the present too.
It is a big mistake to trust inexpensive automatic umbrellas. They are more likely than others to end up in the trash bin, fail literally after a few rainy days.
Umbrella selection criteria
Frame (knitting needles + rod) are responsible for strength and resistance to wind gusts.
- The aluminum frame is lightweight and cheap. Abroad, it is considered one-time use. In the event of a breakdown, no one and nothing will restore the umbrella with an aluminum frame.
- The steel frame would have withstood the storm, tornado and hurricane. But you can't get it - heavy steel frames are no longer made.
- Carbon (carbon fiber) is shock-sensitive. The matte black carbon spokes are flexible but reshape as opposed to plastic.
- Fiberglass is deformed by gusts of wind, but does not break. This is an ideal frame if its core and elements are steel.
the cloth
Material information can be found on the label on the inside of the dome. Such labels are the privilege of quality umbrellas. Here's what manufacturers offer:
- nylon is a budget option. Wears out quickly, fades, “shrinks” after drying, sheds. Nylon does not repel, but absorbs moisture, becomes heavy in the rain. Not an umbrella, but one disappointment;
- polyester is the most common material. It is affordable, presentable and watertight. Tears easily, especially in the spokes. Modern know-how - polyester with Teflon impregnation - better repels moisture;
- pongee - all the same polyester with the addition of cotton. It is used in expensive models. A distinctive feature is a special interweaving of threads that appears in the light. It feels like thick cotton. The pongee dome does not wrinkle and dries in 5 minutes;
- satin is the elite among fabrics for domes. The material is luxurious, it looks like silk, does not tear and dries quickly.
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And in vain you do not pay attention to the handle - the small handle is very inconvenient. She "promises" the owner colossal tension, up to micro-tears in the joints. The crochet handle evenly distributes the load on the palm.
The material is also important:
- the plastic handle will crack if dropped;
- wooden - slightly stronger;
- the rubberized handle is the safest option. It fits well in the hand and does not slip out.
How to choose an umbrella that will last a long time
Test your umbrella before buying for:
- wind resistance... Open it, raise it and lower it sharply. Repeat 5-6 times. An umbrella that is guaranteed not to tarnish its reputation will easily pass the test. Does the seller object to verification? Then it is not needed - the product is of poor quality.
- for strength... Open and close the umbrella several times.If some part sticks and dangles, wait for an early breakdown. Everything should work well and smoothly.
In order for the umbrella to serve for a long time, handle it correctly:
- shake it before opening, "untangling" the needles, which sometimes intertwine when folded. This way they won't break;
- open in an upright position, then a sharp gust of wind will not damage it;
- hang dry, halfway open - the fabric of the dome will not stretch.
Which company umbrella is better
Pay for a brand or buy cheap products from Chinese workers? If you want frequent updates, choose the second option, replace the broken umbrella with a new one in a month.
- The standard of quality is Japanese and French products. The English ones, tested by the climate of Foggy Albion, are also suitable - they are excellent with respect to winds.
- Umbrellas Zest (TM Zest, Airton), Doppler and Magic Rain are the best buy: the reviews are positive, and the price starts from 300 UAH.
- The legendary Japanese "Three Elephants" are one level higher, ask your parents, who stood behind them in long lines. Now the product is more affordable and of the same quality.
- New Zealand's Blunt are considered super wind resistant. The knitting needles in them are not sewn, as we are used to, but are fixed with Velcro. The design can withstand hurricane winds up to 30 m / s.
- Often there are "personalized" umbrellas Burberry, Pierre Cardin, Chantal Thomass. Caution! The loudness of the name is proportional to the chances of stumbling upon a fake. Branded umbrellas are guaranteed for 6-12 months, please note.
Read: "How to choose a bag so that it is in trend and visually slims you"
Good weather to you!
