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• Blocks 99.9% of both UVA and UVB rays
• Received a UFP 50+ rating (highest possible) from four laboratory tests
• Lightweight aluminum and fiberglass materials enable umbrella to weigh less than 6 ounces
• When closed only 6.25 inches
• Double layers of a reflective silver coating plus specially treated fabric
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 Light, small, 3 yrs+ life for me & very effective sunblocker!Jul 25, 2010
Pros: Light, small, long life & very effective sunlight blocker.
Cons: Short handle.
I have had this umbrella for at least 3 yrs. It works great for the sun/uv blocking. Live in a very sunny state and am out during mid-day sun. I call it my "walking tree" since it provides a real dark shade. (Unlike regular colored umbrellas, they still let the sun and heat down upon you thru the fabric.) Only negative with the design is the short handle. Even in the promotional picture, you can see the girl is holding it up by her chin. Yup. That is an accurate depiction of the position you have to hold it in. (But it is worth the shade to have to hold it up like that.) As for the reports that this is flimsy, I disagree. I use it often (2x or more/wk); I have owned it for a long time; and there are no signs of it ripping or failing anywhere. I think people may think it is flimsy because it is super light. You can tuck this in your purse easily. It folds down to a really small size. Have even used it in the rain-and it will keep you dry too! Added perk.
 Danger!May 21, 2009
Buyers beware. This umbrella may hurt you. When I first received this umbrella, I followed the instructions in attempting to open and close the thing, firstly "shaking it" to loosen it up, and then pressing the white release button, (but not holding it), and "pushing the shaft together" (as it instructed, if necessary) to bring it closed. In the previous paragraph of the instructions, I was told that the umbrella was "quite rugged so feel free to use a little muscle if necessary." Well, a little muscle was necessary in my efforts, and somehow, after a bit of labor, the umbrella closed forcefully and pinched my finger between the handle and metal prongs, and loped off the tip. Yes, dear readers, this was not merely a gash, but a very ugly open wound, (as if you sliced the tip of your finger off with a knife). It was so deep that I went to the hospital, but thankfully, there were no stitches.
I read the reviews that this umbrella was flimsy and cheap. And it is. When there is the slightest gust of wind, it will be impossible to keep this umbrella straight above your head, and it will blow you to-and-fro in all directions. The wind will also unlatch the mechanism that keeps the umbrella open, so you will constantly need to stop and press it open. (I shudder to imagine how this baby might perform in a rainstorm). Do yourselves a favor and do not give into your vanity, (like I did), and order the umbrella that seemed the smallest and most attractive, (in spite of the bad reviews). Spend the extra money to buy a real UV umbrella that is made well. And if you happen to give into your vanity, proceed with caution with this one, and protect your precious digits!
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Had to send it backMay 28, 2008
Unfortunately the quality of this product was so bad that I had to send it back. It was more like a dollar store item. Had it cost $5, I would have been o.k. with it. The product was incredibly flimsy and was made with the absolute cheapest materials. I thought I might break it opening it up just once. I promptly repacked it and shipped it back to the store. Don't waste your money.
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 WOULDN'T BE WITHOUT MY CAKOON!Apr 28, 2008
Use my Cakoon UV-brella everyday-in rain, wind, but mostly in the sun. Need the bus going to work, shopping... it's perfect for protecting me, very lightweight & compact. Stronger,easier to use, & more sunprotective than other compact umbrellas. Like most umbrellas it can be difficult to manage in the wind, but I find it manageable if I position it right. It's benefits greatly outweigh any difficulties. Recently got 2 new ones when the one I have used daily for a few years began to show wear(still com pletely functional). Mine was defective-hers was fine. Raybeth Enterprises(distributor)replaced mine within days after calling them; didn't have the bother of returning the defective one.
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Great umbrellaSep 26, 2007
I wanted a really strong but compact umbrella to take on a vacation Egypt. I selected this umbrella from the list for price, size and material. It is so small and light. Quite adequate when unfolded yet compact. The material (don't know what you call it) but is that great sun reflective cloth I have for my car windshield.
Shipping was fast, also. I love this silver umbrella and you will too!
In the instructions they say you need to "work" the umbrella to get it loosened up to unfold more easily. I was disappointed until I read these instructions and followed them. After a few "unfoldings" the umbrella worked easily.
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