GustBuster Classic 48-Inch Automatic Golf Umbrella Review
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This 48-inch Classic Umbrella from GustBuster® will exceed all yours expectations and work perfectly, even in the strongest of winds and heavy rains. This size is big enough to keeps more of you dry, not just head & shoulders. GustBuster's Classic umbrella is lighter than ordinary umbrellas yet far stronger. It features all of GustBuster's patented, proprietary design and construction technology, including a pinchless open and close release system and a double-reinforced, lightning-resistant fiberglass shaft that's designed not to crimp or snap. Wind-tested by the College of Aeronautics to 55 miles per hour. Carries a lifetime warranty.GustBuster's Classic features:
- Measures 48 inches in diameter and 36 inches long
- Golf umbrella with pinchless open and close release system
- Double-reinforced, lightning-resistant fiberglass shaft
- High-impact end cap protects and preserves beauty
- Curved hardwood J-handle; attractive fitted sheath
- Wind-tested by College of Aeronautics to 55+ mph
- Comes with attractive fitted sheath
- Lifetime warranty
- Available on Amazon in Navy, Hunter, Pink and Burgundy colors
Take a look on what other owners of this product have to say about it:
J. Ekaitis: Classic beauty goes high-techI fold, as in, "I give up." I've owned my share of "wind-resistant" folding umbrellas and none of them lived up to the claim. Even GustBuster makes a folding umbrella but I was drawn to this one's classic beauty.
It's not so bulky that you can't take it everywhere and the canopy is the perfect size for him or her, or in a pinch, him AND her. The real wood crook-shaped handle gives it a touch of class. The opening mechanism relies on the proven coil-spring system, but that's where the similarity to other solid-shaft automatics ends.
Fiberglas takes the place of metal in the parts that might attract lightning, making the GustBuster light for its size but just as sturdy. Unzip the two Velcro straps, push the button and two canopies pop open to shield you from the rain. The raindrop-shaped openings allow the wind to pass between the canopies. Then aerodynamics take over, forcing the canopies to retain their shape instead of turning inside out. Elastic straps hold down the upper canopy, eliminating a gap where the rain might sneak in. A video of GustBuster's wind-cannon testing confirms their claims. You can see it at GustBuster's website. Combine this high level of engineering and thoughtful design with GustBuster's affordable pricing on all their umbrellas and it adds up to possibly the best umbrella value.
T. Burnha: Classy umbrellaThis is a simple umbrella with a classic look. It has a quality build that's likely to last a long time. However, it's also a little bulky, with a wooden, non-collapsible handle, and it's difficult to stand it, even in a corner. I would prefer an umbrella that retained the classic look while being more compact and easy to put down when there's no umbrella stand in sight.
You might wonder how big an umbrella you need. 48" is probably a little more than you need as an individual, and a little too small to cover two people.
C. Wong: Performed as advertisedThe umbrella did not turn inside out during windy rains. I was protected wearing nicer clothes while walking across campus at work and when walking the neighborhood for excercise. The handle on the 48" model was easy to grip and necessary when gusty. I intend to buy the next larger size for more coverage the next time. If the umbrella holds up through the rainy season, I would definitely rate it 5 stars. I've owned it for a month.
G. George: Good umbrella but not large enoughI have not had any really fierce winds to try out my new GustBuster. It worked well in mild winds. My problem with the 48-inch model is that it's not large enough to keep my legs dry even with slight winds. I should have bought the larger model.
The wood handle looks nice at first but it's already showing signs of wear. The umbrella's automatic opening feature works, but not perfectly. It usually pops up another notch a few minutes after the first opening.
A. C. Hahn: Very disappointedThree broken struts in a couple of years. I fixed the first couple with pliars and a piece of a paper clip. Then it went into the trash. The design is great...makes a lot of sense, but the quality of the materials they use are the weak link. They sell these because the design really makes sense, but I was extremely disappointed with the longevity of it, especially considering the price.
T. G. Leppert: Gust BustedTo make a long story short, the FIRST time I used this umbrella, the stem & one of the spindles holding up the umbrella cracked and broke in a 30 mph wind gust in driving rain. I was not pleased.
Unflippable, Unflappable, Unleakable. World's finest wind-proof umbrella. Tested at the college of Areonautic in Queens NY, will not invert in winds of 55+ mph. Limited Lifetime warranty. #1 umbrella on the PGA, LPGA, and Champions Tours. GustBuster has been featured on CNN, GoodDay NY, Regis and Kathy Lee, Talk soup and many more televison and radio shows. Patented technology allows the wind to pass thru the umbrella, while you stay dry.
