Who makes the best beach umbrellas?

[musiclover]

I need to get a new beach umbrella, and we always seem to have trouble finding one that can stand up to the wind. Can anyone tell me what the best kind to get would be? I'm also contemplating getting a Quik Shade pop up canopy when we have more people with us. Can anyone share an opinion about either of these? Thanks.

[BeachSiO2]

There are a few good ones out there and I am sure someone can help you on finding a specific one, but the best ones all have one thing in common. They come off the beach at night and are not left up. Please note the following thread:

http://www.sowal.com/bb/showthread.php?t=23533

Have a great visit!

[musiclover]

I know about that policy, thanks.

[Mango]

I've done quite a bit of research on these because we HAVE to be careful in the sun. I have an umbrella like this..................UV Sun Blocker (http://www.uv-blocker.com/index.html)
UV-Blocker umbrellas are very stable in high winds, are very durable, yet easy to carry and maneuver. The Beach umbrella uses the #1 Patented Vented Mesh System which allows wind to pass between the upper and lower canopies. This system prevents inversion.

Then, this is my absolute favorite. Instant Sun Shelter (http://www.coolibar.com/04154.html)
Click on the other picture with the door open too. It fits about 3 people. Nice part is my nephews can nap in it and stay cool. The windows open on the side for breeze. You put sand in the sides and that tent isn't going anywhere.
It opens and closes up really easy. Very well made. I've had mine for years now and it still looks brand new. Also, if it is windy out, I use as a wind block and everyone sits in front of it. It turns an annoying sand blast day at the beach into a good beach day.

Did I happen to say I love my shelter and my umbrella? :biggrin:

[JB]

I have a friend who owns a canvas awning company. I had him order me one just like the kind you see the beach service companies use. What's cool is, the canvas is black, so there is no confusing my umbrella from those used by the beach services. I think I paid around $150 for it, but it was worth the price. It's withstood winds upwards of 30 MPH.

[Miss Kitty]

There are a few good ones out there and I am sure someone can help you on finding a specific one, but the best ones all have one thing in common. They come off the beach at night and are not left up. Please note the following thread:

http://www.sowal.com/bb/showthread.php?t=23533

Have a great visit!

:wave:...looks like it is time for me to start the tent reporting!

[Pirate]

I have a coolaroo pop up tent that is actually made of a mesh material. It blocks most of the sun but does not hold in heat and the breeze blows through. I had an EZ_UP that found its way a couple hundred yards down the beach one day so I went on a search and found this. I use sand bags from Bass Pro to hold it in place. Here are the links.

http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10151&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&partNumber=98255&hvarTarget=search&cmCat=SearchResults

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5839367

[kathydwells]

Thank you Mangy!!! I just ordered two of the beach umbrellas!!!!!!!!!! :wave:

I've done quite a bit of research on these because we HAVE to be careful in the sun. I have an umbrella like this..................UV Sun Blocker (http://www.uv-blocker.com/index.html)
UV-Blocker umbrellas are very stable in high winds, are very durable, yet easy to carry and maneuver. The Beach umbrella uses the #1 Patented Vented Mesh System which allows wind to pass between the upper and lower canopies. This system prevents inversion.

Then, this is my absolute favorite. Instant Sun Shelter (http://www.coolibar.com/04154.html)
Click on the other picture with the door open too. It fits about 3 people. Nice part is my nephews can nap in it and stay cool. The windows open on the side for breeze. You put sand in the sides and that tent isn't going anywhere.
It opens and closes up really easy. Very well made. I've had mine for years now and it still looks brand new. Also, if it is windy out, I use as a wind block and everyone sits in front of it. It turns an annoying sand blast day at the beach into a good beach day.

Did I happen to say I love my shelter and my umbrella? :biggrin:

[BeachSiO2]

:wave:...looks like it is time for me to start the tent reporting!

:wave: Have you checked your BMB beach cam lately? I am waiting for you to call on Mother Nature to wipe another umbrella out like you did last year...:yikes:

[jensieblue]

Product recommendations are among the best aspects of this site. Based on a post months ago I bought the best beach chair. A Coleman beach/camp chair. It is fantastic...keep the product infor posting...

[Mango]

Thank you Mangy!!! I just ordered two of the beach umbrellas!!!!!!!!!! :wave:

There's no your welcome button. :biggrin: I am glad. I want you to keep your beautiful complexion, stay cool and block those rays. Enjoy gull!

[TNJed]

Where the pros get their gear....

http://www.anywherechair.com/

[greenroomsurfer]

TNjed I thought you fell of the face of the planet?

[TNJed]

I didn't realize I was noticed enough to be missed soooo thanks?

I did a lot of nothing this winter and that included message boards. Weird huh? All the time in the world and everything's a hassle yet when there's not enough hours in a day somehow it all gets done. Life.

Plus, the whole anonymity in mass communication thing kinda freaks me out although I do know a handful of y'all.

[kathydwells]

There's no your welcome button. :biggrin: I am glad. I want you to keep your beautiful complexion, stay cool and block those rays. Enjoy gull!

:wub: I got them today!!! They are better than I expected. :clap: I can't wait to use them!!!!! Oh, yes my complexion needs them. It needed them 20 years ago!!!!

[Mango]

:wub: I got them today!!! They are better than I expected. :clap: I can't wait to use them!!!!! Oh, yes my complexion needs them. It needed them 20 years ago!!!!

Wow, that was quick! and with the holiday weekend too! Glad you are happy with them. May you get years of enjoyment out of them. :clap:
They are definitely worth the investment I found.