Storm season is coming.
Are you ready?
Are you ready?
by Thomas McCracken
The end of summer signifies a lot of things. Cooler temperatures, back to school shopping, and wetter weather ahead. From the relentless drizzle of the Pacific Northwest to the forceful winds along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts, fall time means umbrella time-so we've put together a short list of our best windproof umbrellas for storm season.
Our Vortex Technology represents a revolution in umbrella engineering. We developed Vortex by studying structures designed for strength, durability, and flexibility in the windiest of conditions. Utilizing built-in airflow vents, cable enforced technology (CET), and anti-inversion struts (AIS), these patented frame systems are designed and wind tunnel-tested to resist inverting in wind gusts up to 75 mph-roughly the force of a category 1 hurricane. And all Vortex umbrellas feature UPF 15 sun protection, so their use extends beyond just wind and rain.
With a range of top-rated products for storm season-from handy compacts to spacious golf umbrellas-you might be asking, which Vortex umbrella is right for me? Read on to compare and contrast the benefits of each.
Vortex Vented 43" Auto Open & Close Compact
Our original and still one of the best, this travel-ready compact umbrella features a 43-inch canopy arc, while packing down to impressively small 12-inch closed length and weighing in at less than 1 pound. And the auto open & close feature offers coverage at the press of a button. It's easy to throw in a backpack or handbag, so it's always within reach. An ideal everyday-carry compact windproof umbrella for rainy-season travel, walking to the office, or strolling through the park.
Vortex V2 43" Vented Compact
With all the same specs as the original, including a 43-inch canopy arc, travel-sized 12-inch closed length, and auto open & close function, the V2 compact umbrella also features a polyester canopy made of 100% recycled plastic and a grooved rubber TPR handle for a comfortable grip.
Vortex V2 50" Vented Auto Open Stick
There's something incredibly sophisticated about a stick umbrella, and the Vortex V2 is no exception. This large stick umbrella with 50-inch windproof canopy is roomy enough for two, and a TPR rubber handle provides a comfortable grip. Great for walking with a friend, taking your little one to the bus stop, or giving your four-legged companion their daily outing.
Vortex V2 54" Vented Jumbo Compact
It's the Vortex V2 compact, but bigger. A lot bigger. Adding nearly a foot of extra coverage overhead, it packs down to just a 15-inch closed length, so it's still convenient to carry in a backpack or handbag when the rain subsides. Delivering on the best of both worlds, this jumbo compact umbrella is ideal for heavy rain, and another great option for taking a stroll with a friend or little one.
Vortex Vent Pro 62"
When you need the very best wind resistance on the market, the Vortex Vent Pro stick umbrella is the answer. With all the standard specs of Vortex Windproof engineering, the Vent also boasts an aircraft aluminum shaft, a double-layered canopy, energy-absorbing shocks on every rib, and a unique tip-tensioning system, all for even greater strength.
Vortex Vent 62" Golf Umbrella
Similar in specifications to the Vent Pro 62 inch, these stylish windproof umbrellas offer some unique color combinations and a slightly different system of spring-loaded tips, specifically designed for gusty days on the links. It's the strongest of the strong and our largest Vortex canopy option, to keep you and your golf partner (or opponent) protected from wind, rain, and sun.
Now that you know what makes each Vortex umbrella unique, learn even more and see all the color options for each style. Don't forget that with our lifetime warranty, you can rest easy knowing that if anything ever goes wrong, we’ll be there to help make it right.