to me it always seemed like the double coated umbrella seemed robust and strong but is this really a strong one that can take the winds
805405
so far it is great in the rain but I have not had it very long so have not been in a strong wind as yet.
805406
From what I have experienced using it in mild to moderate gusts of winds it does stand strong but again this is a big umbrella which means more surface area and more drag in the wind.
1370850
Poorly. A really strong and consistent wind will turn this umbrella inside out in no time flat. Even a wind with moderate force will give it fits. It'll keep you cooler and protect most of your body from the sun but it is not an umbrella for coastland-style windiness.
441266
We have a pretty small umbrella in ours, because we also have a canopy. This thing is rock solid. It gets windy in FL and it holds up. I highly recommend this product.-Bill
110265
Yes..so far I haven't had any issues with it in heavy winds and rain.Thanks
1905341
Absolutely not. Wind, rain, pretty much any element is an issue. I'm on my third one and my review is changing as I realize how few things it stands up to. It's perfect for what you are describing but if the wind is heavy you are in trouble. I have anchored it down but then came the rain and it caved in.
1259279
I have been in 2 thunderstorms with some winds and it has held up. I used the 4 corner stakes, 4 rope tie stakes provided which are attached, and I use an extra top tarp over the back of my truck where I sleep anchored with bungee cords to my roof rack and then anchored to front of Coleman Screen room with bungees for extra water protection. Without proper securing I'm sure it would fly in the wind as it is very light weight. I love this product but for camping long term and to endure all weather conditions which may arise I do secure it very well.
978439
It is not supposed to rust, and I haven't had it long enough to see for myself.We've had se pretty severe storms with lots of wind lately (gusts up to 40mph) but it didn't topple over.
958754
Here in NJ, we had a storm with gusty winds, which it held up good, however if the storm got worse with stronger gusty winds, I would put the umbrella in until the storm paste, so if you plan to keep it up all the time, it is a strong umbrella, but nothing is made to with stand severe windy storms. So your choice to keep the umbrella up during a strong gusty winds storm, I would put it down and put away until the storm passed, so far I have no negative comments it is a strong, sturdy out door umbrella.
990708
I would say that's correct. Plenty heavy. We had a 70 mph wind this week and no issue.
428544
I think it does pretty good. Strong winds are very tough to navigate but very mild winds are ok. Just have to put it in the more aggressive mode and more pitch to compensate.
594887
I've had the umbrella in England and through a rough winter here in DC...it's a very strong, yet easy to handle umbrella, fits in a backpack and is worth the price. I have NOT seen any rust forming on the steel joints after almost 7 months of use..
1879573
I don't know about strong winds, but I've been in 20 MPH winds and there was no problems with the top down. When I opened the top, there was no issue.
1412496
Afraid I can't answer that until I get home and search for a tag, I will get back to you on that.I will say it is the best umbrella I have ever owned. I work in downtown Chicago and our infamous winds have not turn it inside-out yet. I will like buy at least one more of these "bad-boys".
640224
We haven't. We get some good gusts, but nothing sustained. I think it's heavy enough that would be a feat. Unless you're in a very high windy area.
1127413
I have used my Tommy Bahama 7ft beach umbrella for two years now. About 8 trips/weeks at the beach. It is still almost like new. I think it works very good. It is light to carry. While at the beach, this umbrella was one of the last ones to stay opened in high wind. Many times it was still holding strong and we only had to take it down because the lifeguards walked the beach instructing everyone to close and lay down all umbrellas. I am even thinking of buying another one, in case I can't get one when this one finally wears out.
2094734
I was actually surprised with the durability of this plastic. It withstands the wind well as long as there are no sagging parts or loose ends for the wind to grab. However it does not withstand weather during the winter in colder places, mine became brittle under freezing conditions but i think it would work fine long term in a tropical environment, hope this helps.
2138421
Is anything Hurricane Proof? It's round shape would help it Resist winds. And it's free flow opening would not make it ballon off the roof. If sealed down with roof grade sealant and the 8 or so screws in the base I think it would hold up prety good. I planned to put a thick sheet of plexi over the panel due to the hail we get here in Colorado. But haven't done that and not a problem so far. In the mountains we often get winds of 70 mph coming off the mountains and the Roof Fan is the last thing I worry about to be honest.