2021 update: The umbrella is still incredible. No bends, no fraying, no rips. The open close mechanism works smoothly even after 2 years. The handle material is not holding up well though. I store it indoors with normal temperatures, I don't think it has even been left in a hot car once, but for some reason the handle is deteriorating. It is sticky with a very noticeable residue left on the hand afterwards and it has collected lint and dirt that can't be cleaned off. It seems like a bad batch of plastic/rubber to me, and if the umbrella wasn't so great I'd probably replace it just to not have to deal with the handle. Original review: I'm 6'3", I bought this umbrella to replace an older version of this same model by Totes, the one I'm replacing lasted for almost 5 years before I broke one of the rivets folding it up. I've had a few dozen umbrellas and almost every one of them was too small to keep my legs dry while walking in the rain. This Totes umbrella folds down to about the same size as a normal umbrella, but it has a MUCH larger diameter which lets me take full strides while walking without my feet and legs getting wet from the rain and dripping off the edges of the umbrella. It also does a great job keeping my backpack dry as the bag is entirely under the umbrella so rain doesn't drip down the edges of the umbrella onto the bag. Read more
I live in Florida, so umbrellas are for more than just rain. I use my umbrella at Disney, little league games, in the rain, hiking, etc. I use my umbrella all the time. Which is why I wanted to upgrade from a smaller personal size to a slightly larger one. When the sun is beaming down and there is no shade in sight for myself and my family, this umbrella helps shade us when we can’t find cover. In fact, I would say that I use my umbrellas more for sun than rain. The umbrella itself is well made and up to the Totes usual standards. The unlock mechanism is solid and smooth. The material is lightweight and the pattern is nice. I absolutely love the form factor and how it rests nicely in my backpacks side pocket. Overall, it’s a quality choice over the no-name brands, because I would rather spend a little more on a product that has a little more warranty than a knock off. Great for sun or shine and light and small enough to carry everywhere. Read more
The media could not be loaded. My absolute favorite umbrella. It hits so many criteria of mine - * fits in a bag but opens up to a full size umbrella (no tiny compact umbrella that barely covers your head) - photo next to sunglasses for scale of when it’s folded * offers an easy one hand open and close (because you don’t always have your hands free) — see my video of how quick and easy it closes with a push of a button * durable but lightweight * not super expensive. It’s sturdy enough to hold up to the wind. Rarely have we had this flip inside out. We have multiples of these umbrellas now in our house and in our cars and have owned these for years. Only had to replace one after 5 years or so after one of the spokes got detached. Beats all other brand names. Read more
Why did you pick this product vs others?: Good umbrella. Medium size. Push button and it goes up. Push button again collapses but does not go down. Read more
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Totes Blue Line Golf Size Auto Open/Close Umbrella is fantastic! Its automatic open/close feature makes it incredibly convenient to use, especially during sudden rain showers. The umbrella is large enough to provide excellent coverage, keeping me dry even in heavy downpours. The build quality is impressive, with sturdy construction that feels durable and reliable. I love the sleek design and how easy it is to carry around. This umbrella has quickly become my go-to for rainy days. Highly recommend! Read more
Very reliable product, the second time purchasing it. The first one was over 5 years ago. Sturdy and a decent sized umbrella, it easily fits in my tote bag! I mainly use it for sun protection and it works well especially if you are sensitive to the uv rays. It has survived through every northeastern season so far, super happy they still make this umbrella! Read more
I've been using totes umbrellas for years. I partially like the golf size ones. They usually offer a wide variety of colors in the golf size, recently I notice they only have 3 colors in this size. Nonetheless these umbrellas are top tier, they are very strong and last you for years. The golf size is able to cover about 3 persons. I love this brand that's why I keep coming back. More than 10 years with this company. Read more
