Six Moon Designs Silver Shadow Hiking Umbrella - UPF 50+ Sun & Rain Protectio...

Works very well to keep the sun off you when walking around doing survey work in the desert. Somewhat like having a cloud above you for shade. Does not double fold collapse, which is unfortunate for packability, but probably also means higher durability. I'm usually wearing a backpack, so if I need to pack it away for a few minutes I'll just collapse it, and stick it horizontally behind my back where the bottom straps of the backpack will catch it. Not the most comfortable long term, but for a light pack and a short duration, works fine for me. I chose this size as a compromise between coverage, wind resistance, and weight. Some days a larger one would absolutely be nicer... but it would become unmanageable at wind speeds where this is totally fine... So to each their own.

Ultralight and sturdy. Made of high quality components. I would not use it as a daily umbrella, but it will make for a fantastic hiking umbrella.

I gave this 5 stars because there was no option to give it 6! This parasol ROCKS!!! It's an absolute game changer!!! Light weight and very effective! I'm section hiking the PCT and started section F (edge of the Mojave Desert) on July 1. It would've been impossible without the shade this umbrella provided. I got lucky with low winds. If it's very windy, it's not really viable. But then the "wind chill" helps keep you cooler. I would recommend "tightening" velcro straps on at least 3 points of your shoulder straps to secure it. If you can do that, and the winds are not strong, you will absolutely LOVE this parasol!!!

Very light weight and easy to carry. Just wish it was a bit bigger, like a golf umbrella.

Light weight and nice coverage

Small, light weight, and big enough to do the job. These reflective umbrellas are outstanding for backpacking and overlanding. I've used this in blistering desert heat. Easily drops felt temps by a good 20-30F and keeps me out of the sun. Love it.

constant companion when hiking

I never thought I’d hike with an umbrella,but this thing is amazing and worth the weight. You really do feel a lot cooler under it in the sun and keeps the rain off. Works great in conjunction with a rain skirt and a light jacket or poncho. Helps with the build up of heat and sweat. The coolest way to hike in the rain in my opinion.

It's very light and resist strong winds and storms. Highly recommended.

Still using it and still in one piece

軽い日差し避けにも またコレからのシーズン毎回出番だね！

great product, timely delivery

Works well reflecting heat, difference is notable