Truly great umbrella. However,I didn't realize it was 47" long. OMG, this thing scared me at first, but we had the fourth March winter storm in NYC today and I used my umbrella for the first time. I'm used to the tiny ones that slide in your purse when closed. I can tell you, there was no way to shove 47" into my tote. The great thing, it comes with a carrying case, so you can sling it onto your shoulder. Just be careful not to poke someone like I did.

The umbrella is extremely strong, sturdy, and wide enough to fit 4 people underneath it. The gusts of wind were no match for this purple people eater, and I liked that I could angle it to protect me from the pelting snow. I'm sure once I get used to the size and how to carefully maneuver with it I will love it all the more.