A question about umbrellas

Rhodes · 01-07-16, 05:34 AM

A question to our fellow UK foruners about umbrellas. Of course it can be for every one, but IMO, they are the lead expert in umbrellas.

So the story goes, one of my latte umbrella was a old one, that belong to a friend and tenant of my grandmother. After she went to a home, the umbrella went to my grandmother and after she pass way, I began to use it.
It was a all wood umbrella, with a steel frame and the cloth was rubberized (I think, it was not nylon tissue). Was very strong and could sustain those windy days. But it was ruined a few time ago, after an accident.
I would like to buy some good umbrella, to substitute it. Possibly a walking umbrella and strong. From time to time I go searching for a vintage one, in ebay.uk, but normally they are quite expensive.
Anyone knows online shops that I can look?

Tchocky · 01-07-16, 05:51 AM

I'm intrigued and somehow unsurprised to find people looking for umbrella advice on GT.

As an inveterate forgetter/emergency purchaser of umbrellas, I can't wait to see what pops up.

PS - Mods please keep a close eye on this one.

Rhodes · 01-07-16, 06:16 AM

Well, umbrellas are a topic, a general one. Of course this being in GT, it could go to:

1. food

2. politics

3. blame Obama and etc!

Tchocky · 01-07-16, 06:21 AM

I got you covered!

THEBERBSTER · 01-07-16, 06:55 AM

When they are up they are up they are up, and when they are down they are down they are down, and when they are only half way up your likely to get poked in the eye lol.
Peter

ivanov.ruslan · 01-07-16, 07:00 AM

http://www.amazon.com/Campmor-euroSC.../dp/B00DLTDVWG

These would praise them

Incredibly, will help you at Atlantic storm....may be

http://www.fultonumbrellas.com/mens/all-mens-umbrellas/

Rhodes · 01-07-16, 07:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tchocky

I got you covered!

ehehehe

!

ivanov.ruslan - thanks!

Jimbuna · 01-07-16, 08:20 AM

Obviously not of the design you favour butthis is what I carry in the car with me and have only used twice in six years.

http://www.johnlewis.com/totes-wonde...black/p1707308

XabbaRus · 01-07-16, 08:23 AM

Ask the Bulgarians. Their umbrellas come with optional extras.

ivanov.ruslan · 01-07-16, 08:52 AM

Heh,rotate, twist, has a military theme coming.....

Sailor Steve · 01-07-16, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tchocky

PS - Mods please keep a close eye on this one.

Don't worry, we're always keeping an eye on you...him...IT!

Buddahaid · 01-07-16, 09:31 AM

I learned to dislike umbrellas at an early age in school. Being one of the tallest persons, I was continually poked in the head by the relatively flat ones common at the time. I still don't like them and get a good laugh at the people who use them when it just looks like one drop might fall on them.

Rhodes · 01-07-16, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimbuna

Obviously not of the design you favour butthis is what I carry in the car with me and have only used twice in six years.

http://www.johnlewis.com/totes-wonde...black/p1707308

Thanks Jim, even if I prefer bigger ones, the small ones are more versatile...umbrellas that is!

Jimbuna · 01-07-16, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rhodes

Thanks Jim, even if I prefer bigger ones, the small ones are more versatile...umbrellas that is!

Oh Matron!!

Aktungbby · 01-07-16, 11:47 AM

I think this thread is headed toward umbrella control:

Benefits:

Excellent long range, can strike weapons or weapons bearing arms, hands etc.
Can swing out wide extending with one arm or can be held close with two hands and thrusted
Can use to keep attacker away, enabling time to call for help
Can keep multiple attackers at bay, at least for some time
Can be used in stabbing/thrusting motion to strike with the tip
Can be used as impact weapon
Common benign item
Can be taken even on aircraft
Used for offence and defence/blocking
Can be carried in public places
VERY strong
There are lots of systems that teach stick fighting of similar lengths to the umbrella so you can gain proficiency
Can keep rain off you and a friend

Disadvantages:

Can be odd on bright sunny days
Some can feel awkward carrying around an umbrella
Can be cumbersome to carry around at first
Can be seen as 'uncool' http://www.amazon.com/Standard-Unbreakable-Umbrella-Walking-Self-Defense/dp/B00C2TI14E I know Steed will be looking into one of these in honor of his namesake!

01-07-16, 05:34 AM	#1
Rhodes Silent Hunter Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Figueira da Foz, Portugal Posts: 4,515 Downloads: 110 Uploads: 0	A question about umbrellas A question to our fellow UK foruners about umbrellas. Of course it can be for every one, but IMO, they are the lead expert in umbrellas. So the story goes, one of my latte umbrella was a old one, that belong to a friend and tenant of my grandmother. After she went to a home, the umbrella went to my grandmother and after she pass way, I began to use it. It was a all wood umbrella, with a steel frame and the cloth was rubberized (I think, it was not nylon tissue). Was very strong and could sustain those windy days. But it was ruined a few time ago, after an accident. I would like to buy some good umbrella, to substitute it. Possibly a walking umbrella and strong. From time to time I go searching for a vintage one, in ebay.uk, but normally they are quite expensive. Anyone knows online shops that I can look? __________________ http://www.flickr.com/photos/16416646@N05/

01-07-16, 05:51 AM	#2
Tchocky Navy Seal Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 5,874 Downloads: 6 Uploads: 0	I'm intrigued and somehow unsurprised to find people looking for umbrella advice on GT. As an inveterate forgetter/emergency purchaser of umbrellas, I can't wait to see what pops up. PS - Mods please keep a close eye on this one. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

01-07-16, 06:16 AM	#3
Rhodes Silent Hunter Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Figueira da Foz, Portugal Posts: 4,515 Downloads: 110 Uploads: 0	Well, umbrellas are a topic, a general one. Of course this being in GT, it could go to: 1. food 2. politics 3. blame Obama and etc! __________________ http://www.flickr.com/photos/16416646@N05/

01-07-16, 06:21 AM	#4
Tchocky Navy Seal Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 5,874 Downloads: 6 Uploads: 0	I got you covered! __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

01-07-16, 06:55 AM	#5
THEBERBSTER Growing Old Disgracefully Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Hythe - Southampton Posts: 9,609 Downloads: 1133 Uploads: 0	When they are up they are up they are up, and when they are down they are down they are down, and when they are only half way up your likely to get poked in the eye lol. Peter __________________ LSH3-2015 <> TUTORIALS <> ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW <> ALL IN ONE PLACE SH4 <> TUTORIALS <> HOW TO DO IT <> INFORMATION <> DOWNLOAD LINKS SH5 <> TUTORIALS <> HOW TO DO IT <> INFORMATION <> DOWNLOAD LINKS Always Here To Help A Fellow 'Subber' \| Need An Answer to A Question Just Send Me A PM

01-07-16, 07:00 AM	#6
ivanov.ruslan The Old Man Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Pleven,BG Posts: 1,577 Downloads: 901 Uploads: 0	http://www.amazon.com/Campmor-euroSC.../dp/B00DLTDVWG These would praise them Incredibly, will help you at Atlantic storm....may be http://www.fultonumbrellas.com/mens/all-mens-umbrellas/ Last edited by ivanov.ruslan; 01-07-16 at 07:20 AM.

01-07-16, 08:20 AM	#8
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,445 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	Obviously not of the design you favour butthis is what I carry in the car with me and have only used twice in six years. http://www.johnlewis.com/totes-wonde...black/p1707308 __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

01-07-16, 08:23 AM	#9
XabbaRus Navy Seal Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 5,330 Downloads: 5 Uploads: 0	Ask the Bulgarians. Their umbrellas come with optional extras. __________________

01-07-16, 08:52 AM	#10
ivanov.ruslan The Old Man Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Pleven,BG Posts: 1,577 Downloads: 901 Uploads: 0	Heh,rotate, twist, has a military theme coming.....

01-07-16, 09:31 AM	#12
Buddahaid Shark above Space Chicken Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 9,319 Downloads: 162 Uploads: 0	I learned to dislike umbrellas at an early age in school. Being one of the tallest persons, I was continually poked in the head by the relatively flat ones common at the time. I still don't like them and get a good laugh at the people who use them when it just looks like one drop might fall on them. __________________ "However vast the darkness, we must provide our own light." Stanley Kubrick "Tomorrow belongs to those who can hear it coming." David Bowie

01-07-16, 11:47 AM	#15
Aktungbby Gefallen Engel U-666 Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: On a tilted, overheated, overpopulated spinning mudball on Collision course with Andromeda Galaxy Posts: 29,979 Downloads: 24 Uploads: 0	I think this thread is headed toward umbrella control: Benefits: Excellent long range, can strike weapons or weapons bearing arms, hands etc. Can swing out wide extending with one arm or can be held close with two hands and thrusted Can use to keep attacker away, enabling time to call for help Can keep multiple attackers at bay, at least for some time Can be used in stabbing/thrusting motion to strike with the tip Can be used as impact weapon Common benign item Can be taken even on aircraft Used for offence and defence/blocking Can be carried in public places VERY strong There are lots of systems that teach stick fighting of similar lengths to the umbrella so you can gain proficiency Can keep rain off you and a friend Disadvantages: Can be odd on bright sunny days Some can feel awkward carrying around an umbrella Can be cumbersome to carry around at first Can be seen as 'uncool' http://www.amazon.com/Standard-Unbreakable-Umbrella-Walking-Self-Defense/dp/B00C2TI14E I know Steed will be looking into one of these in honor of his namesake! __________________ "Only two things are infinite; The Universe and human squirrelyness?!!