FAQ
What is the best compact windproof umbrella in the UK?
Look for one specifically engineered to flex rather than break in the wind, such as our Black miniMAX Folding Umbrella, built from glassfibre to withstand inversion, or our Blunt Metro Folding range, which uses the same storm proof tension system as Blunt's full size umbrellas.
How can I tell if a compact umbrella is genuinely windproof?
Check whether the listing specifically mentions the frame flexing or being tested against inversion, rather than just using the word windproof as a general description. Materials like glassfibre and reinforced tension systems are good signs of real wind resistance.
How small does a compact windproof umbrella fold?
Many genuinely windproof compact umbrellas, including our miniMAX range, fold down to around 25cm while still opening out to a canopy of 90 to 100cm or more.
Will a windproof compact umbrella survive a proper storm?
It'll handle strong gusts and everyday bad weather well, but for genuinely extreme conditions a full size golf umbrella will always cope better than any compact style.
Do windproof compact umbrellas cost more than standard ones?
Generally yes, a small amount, since the frame materials and construction involved are more robust. It's usually worth the difference if you rely on your umbrella regularly rather than occasionally.