Received my umbrella a few weeks ago but hadn't tried to use it until today.  It was raining today.  I opened the box and attempted to open the umbrella to use it.  It unfolds but will not open/expand all the way and hold/remain open. This is basically the only purpose of an umbrella.  I am not a kid. I am a 55 year old woman who has opened umbrellas my entire life with no problem. I've never seen such a piece of garbage as this.  A complete and utter waste of time and money.  Can't believe something of this dismal quality is actually sold much less promoted on Amazon.