EuroSCHIRM Swing Liteflex Ultra-Light Weight Trekking Umbrella, 37.5” Width, Fixed Fiberglass Shaft

Bought this on Ebay that does not allow product reviews. This is flimsy, collapses, will not lock. A very high priced item for non-durable quality. Wind blows it upside down to make a cup. No locking mechanism to keep it closed or open. OK for very light duty use. Not made to be durable like the Five Star EuroSchirm regular trekking umbrellas that are worth a few dollars more, and have locks to keep them open and closed.

Was great in the desert.

What a wonderful product. Lightweight and built really well. I like it because you dont need to press any clumsy buttons to open it. Because of the design it can easily be attached to my backpack and I will definitely try it on my next hike

Light, cool, perfect size for a solo hiker.

I paid extra to get a European-built product, but it made in China by a German company. Very disappointed about that.

I have used this umbrella for years for backpacking and it has served me well. I love the silver color as often out on a glacier I need a bit of shade! Also hiking up south facing side hills on a hot sunny day I have caught more than a few envious glances from other hiker. Of course it works well in rain, I hike in the rainy Olympic Mountains and the size is perfect for one hiker while at times manuvering through a narrow trail. Great in the wind as well. The trick is you need to know any umbrellas limits. If gust are above 17 mph I take this down and use waterproof clothing. Otherwise use two hands, one on the end and one up the shaft by the umbrella and ALWAYS point into the wind. If the wind shift to rapidly then take the umbrella down to live another day. Mine also weighs less than 8 oz. This umbrella is an upgrade to clothing, rain or shine!! ( I also use it as a support on one end of my minimum tarp for sleeping, just stake down around it and its a snug secure wall against the elements!!!)

The handle was broken when it came. Seems too fragile

I can’t attest to the sturdiness yet, as I have not used it in windy conditions...yet. But so far it does exactly what I need out to do. Protects from rain and sun without weighing me down on the trail.

I use this while walking, hiking and cutting the lawn. Provides great sun protection.

got it for hiking in the rain. it works. I carry on every winter hike.