EuroSCHIRMEuroSCHIRM Light Trek Automatic Umbrella

Overall, a very nice umbrella. It's sturdy and light for its size. I got it in silver and I love the ability to use it in sunny weather to provide UV protection and shade.I wish it came with a cord or handle on the actual umbrella and not just the case though. I often want to Velcro my umbrella closed and hang it from my wrist if I am going to use again soon (like going in/out of stores). However, the case is so snug, that you have to carefully close the umbrella and fold the pleats so it will fit. As a side note, my case also came ripped but I needed it before I could return for another. One other thing to note: it's very difficult, if possible at all, to re-open the umbrella without pushing it closed towards the handle and using the open/close button. Not a major flaw or inconvenience but something I noticed the first time using on my commute.

I had this for 6 months before I lost it on a bike ride home (It fell out of my bag). It is quite good. Very light weight which is good for carrying. Its quite compact when closed. Opens quite wide. It doesnt have a wind gust design thouhg which is not great and it is rather easy to get flipped inside out on the streets of Boston MA. Biggest issue is the price. It goes all over the place. I bought it 6 months back for $32, now its $60. I would never pay $60 for this. What is up with the price?

Hahahaha! - "Highly flexible- even if a very strong wind should turn the canopy upside down, nothing will break- just press the button and it closes automatically and undamaged".I've bought this umbrella 2 years ago and used it exactly 3 times until a gust of wind flipped it inside out and snapped a rib mechanism like a twig. My GF was walking right next to me with her own run of the mill umbrella and never had a problem with hers, so we're not talking hurricane force winds here.Apparently, the newer EuroSchrm umbrellas are even worse, as taken from a review site : "In recent months, however, the company apparently changed the design to include a wrist strap. That would be a good thing, except a slew of negative user reviews and reader comments alerted us to what seems like an accompanying drop-off in build quality or quality control. We’ve seen consistent reports and pictures indicating that the shaft-extension mechanism falls apart too easily. Users and readers also report that the company’s customer service has been slow to process warranty requests. We have been unable to reach EuroSCHIRM for comment, so we can no longer continue to recommend the Light Trek.

it fits nicely in my shoulder strap making quick access easy. Could be ideal for spot showers.Wish it had the open close buttons as the other models do.

Open close function is great. So far no simple breakage as usual with these type umbrellas. Expected wider coverage, but so far acceptable. My requirements are for a VERY STRONG construction. Willing to pay the $100 plus if could find. Lets see what this umbrella shows me.

The good: compact, reflects the sun and opens quickly. Also, obviously does the job that an umbrella should do (protects me from the rain)The bad: can't really handle heavy winds, maybe slightly over priced

Very expensive umbrella, but it is well built, very light & works flawlessly. I live in south Florida where it rains every day in the summer. I travel a lot, going in & out of buildings. I like how this umbrella is compact & easy to handle. It's not a large umbrella and will not cover two people at once.

Lightweight, great for commuters. Looks awesome. I have had this umbrella for about a year now and have found it to hold up well in stormy weather.