Storm Éowyn is set to batter parts of Scotland this week, with the country bracing for severe gales that could reach up to 80 to 90 miles per hour.
With an amber warning alert in place for Friday, January 24, it’s safe to say that not many of us will be braving the outdoors. If you do need to make a trip, then you’re regular old umbrella won’t likely be up to the task.
One that does seem to be sturdy enough to “withstand” the current weather is the Amazon Basics Travel Umbrella. Costing just £18.99, this “windproof” umbrella has been praised by shoppers who say that it “doesn’t turn inside out” – even with the highest winds.
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Crafted from a durable steel and solid frame, it’s strong enough to hold up against blustery weather. The canopy, which opens and closes at the simple touch of a button, boasts nifty wind vents to help maintain its shape during strong gusts.
You won’t just be protected from high winds, as its waterproof materials ensure you keep dry during showers. Meanwhile, it can be easily stored away in its protection sleeve when wet, with its compact size being suitable for being kept in your handbag for those unpredictable days.
Amazon’s Travel Umbrella has earned an impressive 4.3 rating based on over 10,000 reviews from shoppers who say that its “storm proof “design is able to “stand up to crazy weather”.
One five-star review read: “Storm proof. Very happy that my order came quickly with the UK weather. Getting fed up of buying store umbrellas that blow inside out. Haven’t used this product yet but it looks sturdy and is easy to use. With the wind flaps and the pole that isn’t rigid at the top I am confident it will stand up to what our crazy weather with throw at it.”
Someone else happy with the umbrella wrote: “One click feature is awesome. Withstands high winds. Amazon is always best in releasing this kind of products.”
Another shopper remarked: “Was sceptic at first, I’ve lost many an umbrella to the windy wiles of England. But this one works! Even if quite big blustery winds. I couldn’t believe it- now I can walk through the wind and rain fearlessly. Would 100 percent recommend.”
A similar shopper echoed: “Worth the price, I know feel smug walking in the wind and the rain, not having to contend with trying to rearrange my umbrella.”
Some shoppers have found that, despite its compact size, it is fairly weighty. One such three-star review read: “Good umbrella it’s just a bit on the heavy side regarding its weight.”
Purchase the Amazon Basics Travel Umbrella for £18.99 here.
Another budget-friendly option is Decathlon’s £11.99 Umbrella that that has been wind-tunnel tested at 50km/h. If you don’t mind paying extra for quality, then B&Q’s £31 Stormstar Umbrella is also said to hold up to strong winds.
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