Weatherman Stick Umbrella (Red)

£74

Spring weather in the UK means that you never really know what to prepare for; will it rain, snow, or will there be glorious sunshine? Your guess is as good as mine! For this reason, I’ve always got a coat, umbrella and various jumpers in the car to meet whatever weather the day feels like bringing. However, we all know that when it rains and it starts getting windy, there’s nothing worse than your umbrella flicking inside out to leave you soaked and miserable – especially if you’ve been caught out in just a t-shirt with such unpredictable weather! Therefore, I was glad to get to give another umbrella from Weatherman a go, which is designed to keep you dry, and not collapse with a slight breeze.

The Weatherman Stick Umbrella we tested was in a red colourway, which looks great when opened and makes finding it in the boot of my car super easy. The giant red canopy opens with an auto-open function for ease and provides a spacious 43.5-inch canopy perfect for two people to safely be sheltered from the rain. I loved the larger size, whether using it alone or whilst on a walk with my partner where we were both safely covered when a random rain shower occurred. However, my dog has also loved me using the umbrella on walks, as she will stay by my side also trying to avoid getting wet too! 

The umbrella canopy is made from a durable water-repellent fabric which helps to keep you dry during rain and also makes shaking off the water after use before storing a lot easier. There’s nothing worse than your umbrella leaving a pool of water sitting under your desk after a rather rainy commute! Plus, I love that the umbrella has a reflective trim all the way around the base of the canopy to help keep you safe and visible to drivers even on dark morning commutes.

I love how solid the umbrella feels, even with a bit of wind. The umbrella has been tested in a wind tunnel to withstand up to 55mph which is super ideal, especially with the ever-changing nature of the weather during spring! I never have to worry about it folding inside out as I’ve experienced with other cheaper umbrella options. However, for this durability, the price is a lot higher at £74. Whilst every part of the umbrella has been designed with durability and functionality in mind, the price makes it a little inaccessible for some users. Instead, the umbrella would become a more investment purchase. Although Weatherman does offer a few other size options, and styles which may be more suitable at a lower price point.

The overall look and durability of the Weatherman Stick Umbrella is great. It provides ample space to keep you and a friend protected from the rain whilst being reflective and wind-resistant. If you are looking for an umbrella which will last a long time and will be worth the investment compared to buying multiple cheaper umbrellas that break often, then the Weatherman Stick umbrella is a perfect choice. However, if the size and price are not to your needs, Weatherman offers a whole range of collapsible and more affordable umbrella options too!

Pros:

• 55mph wind resistance tested
• Large canopy space for at least 2 people to be protected from rain
• Ergonomic handles and auto-open function

Cons:

• High price point for an umbrella which may not be affordable for many