I have reviewed this product before. Rushed to submit a review about a week after owning it. But its been about 2 years later. The coating on the handle has chipped away. it even leaves black flakey junk on my hand when I carry it (which is EVERYDAY in the hot Floridian sun)...but I absolutely LOVE this brellie! Its the real deal! Serious sun protection! Its a bit pricey for a brellie but I full recommend this. It has stood up to winds (high as gale force in Florida!) and to rain storms (yup---Florida) and blistering sahara sun (----ugh huh---Florida) so do yourself a favour. Protect your skin. Preserve your beauty! Keep squinty frown lines away and GET ONE!

Update. June 23. 2015.....
See photo attached taken 3 mins ago. This umbrella is STILL GOING STRONG. Am curious as to the sun protective factor at this stage years down the line but I am STILL kept very cool under this umbrella in the sun AND sheltered perfectly in the rain!