Great item and strong in high winds.

Great item and strong in high winds.  Read Less

This is my third Fulton Hunstsman umbrella but not because the previous ones failed. The first was a gift... that one got stole...  Read More

This is my third Fulton Hunstsman umbrella but not because the previous ones failed. The first was a gift... that one got stolen. The second I bought to replace the first... I foolishly left it somewhere and when I went back to get it, it too had disappeared. This one I need to be more careful with!So why keep buying the same brand and model? Because these really are extremely solid and strong. The double ribs greatly help to reduce the umbrella turning inside out in strong winds but, even if it does, it's easy to flip it back without damage. After flipping, the canopies on most other umbrellas I've owned have become floppy but the Huntsman remains taught and rigid as ever. The generous size of the canopy can comfortably accommodate two people (assuming it's someone you can get close to under current guidelines!). The shaft and handle are also strong, giving a product that will withstand the most punishing conditions.Downsides? The only negatives I have are that the wood of the handle will show dings and knocks over time. But it's wood so I guess that's only to be expected. Also the base ring that holds the spokes together when shut doesn't really work as well as I'd like but this isn't really an issue as the Velcro wraparound does the job perfectly well. These are extremely minor niggles. I'd rather put up with these and have an umbrella that really does it's job and lasts well.In conclusion, this really is a lot of umbrella for the price tag. It's big, strong and reliable. I used to buy telescopic umbrellas but never found a make/model that didn't become floppy or break over time. OK, the Huntsman won't fit into a handbag, man bag, briefcase or backpack but, if you want an umbrella that's strong and reliable, you won't be disappointed.  Read Less