Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I just received this umbrella in time for a spring (rainy??) trip to London. I am quite impressed with the construction. It feels much sturdier than my Victorinox (The Victorinox has only six ribs and leaked like a sieve). The Repel umbrella opens and closes very smoothly, and when it opens you have the feeling that the springs are stout. Nothing wimpy about this umbrella. The size is perfect for travel and the weight reasonable for a quality product. Coming with a lifetime warranty is a real plus. I will post an update if this does not perform to my expectations ... but I have every reason to believe it will be perfect.