Coolibar UPF 50+ 42 Inch Sodalis Travel Umbrella - Sun Protective

I wish I had something good to say, but I dont. I was so looking forward to using this umbrella, the summers here in Las Vegas are brutal. The problem with is umbrella is it flips inside out in a breeze and I not talking about a heavy duty breeze. I had to hold the strap to keep it from flipping, to no avail, it flip and broke the spine or struts or whatever their called, one of them just snapped, no support no good. I could try to super glue it, but that wont solve the main problem it flips constantly. I want to return it, but Coolibar.com wont except it, third party and Amazon wont pass 30 days, now I stuck with a piece of useless junk. I did read the reviews and I didnt see this issue, so I just say buyer beware.

I am serious about my sun protection and use a lot of clothing with built-in SPF because I realize that sunscreen often makes me have a rash or just doesn’t work. I bought this to use while in the Bahamas. It is a nice looking umbrella but there are some design flaws that I think could be improved. One, once you open it, it does not fit back in its cover. Two, it needs a longer handle with a different way of holding it rather than just the knob. A curved handle would be more comfortable to use for longer stretches.. The entire handle is just a bit too short. Three, it does flip very easily with not much of a breeze. However, I still like to use it because it does keep me out of the sun. I do recommend it if you are like me and want every option for staying out of the sun but I would like to see some improvements to that design.

I replaced my umbrella because I left mine for my mother to use in Costa Rica. I ordered this one so that it would be waiting for me when I returned.

Just what I needed. SPF COVERAGE

Have had this umbrella for at least five years. It didnt feel sturdy, but it has lasted and is in good shape. I can tell the that it has better sun coverage when I have to use another type of umbrella. Its kind of heavy but folds small. Its such a good umbrella that I thought its only fair that I update my review.

I received this umbrella in April but delayed writing a review until Ive actually used it. Its been really hot lately but its cool under this umbrella unlike the ones without UPF. Unfortunately 2 ribs have broken off & poked a hole in the material. I contacted Coolibar & they will send me a replacement. Its on back order until 8/15/13 but Ill wait - its worth waiting for.

This product is very helpful when you have to be outside in the hot sun. Only problem is its weight and somewhat difficult to open and close.

I liked it while it lasted but unfortunately the umbrella did not last a year. Purchased 5/2021 and broke 4/2022. Disappointed, especially for the price point!! Wouldn’t recommend to a friend.

I really like this umbrella. It fits in my purse and its light enough to take with me on day trips. Its nice to have in case I find myself in a sunny spot. My only gripe is that its a bit difficult to close-I need to use both hands. But thats a minor complaint for a great product. Im really glad I bought it. I will be getting a lot of use from it this summer. I also purchased Coolibars large sun umbrella and Im very happy with that as well.

So Ive been using UV- umbrellas since 2007 and this is definitely a great sun umbrella. I took two of these to Spain and Portugal in the middle of the 2019 summer heat wave (90-103 F anywhere we went) and because of these, we were able to enjoy what we were seeing without dying of heat exhaustion. In Portugal, my brother in law and sister made fun of me for using it....until they got under it and felt the difference in temperature. After that, it was more whered you get that again?? So yes, definitely provides great protection. My only issue that one of the umbrellas already has a few worn spots/holes after two weeks of use.