Kemp USA Lifeguard Solar Umbrella - Patio, Beach & Outdoor Umbrella with 45° Tilt & Carry Case - Portable for Lifeguard Chair - Silver

This umbrella is the best. Quality fabric, very sturdy. Great size. Easy set up.

It's a fun and reasonably sturdy patio or pool umbrella. We have it near our kiddle wading pool which makes a funny scene. The middle section isn't super durable and the thin pole has a hard time staying in umbrella holders, even when clamped, but otherwise it's lasted longer than 2 fabric umbrellas we got around the same time and it's a lot more interesting to have in a yard.

I have no complaints on this product.

The lifeguards at our community pool were taking an umbrella from one of the tables in order to have shade during the day. By providing them with their own umbrella, we have been able to leave the larger umbrellas at the tables for the pool guests. This was a reasonably priced alternative solution to our problem.

This lifeguard umbrella is fantastic! The silver top really reflects the sun and keeps the area underneath cool, which makes a huge difference on hot days. I love how easy it is to carry with the included case, and setup takes just a minute. The adjustable tilt works perfectly for keeping shade as the sun moves, and the canopy is nice and wide for full coverage. It feels sturdy and professional, and the Lifeguard logo gives it an authentic look. Perfect for poolside or the beach—highly recommend!

The first thing to understand about Kemp USA is that they're a company that makes products for medical professionals and first responders (including lifeguards), which is why this beach umbrella has the words "LIFE GUARD" in red across four of the eight panels when the umbrella is wide open. It's an very good purchase for anyone acquiring equipment for a public or private beach or pool that employs life guards. The red lettering is clear and visible enough against the metallic-like surface that it's visible from far away. It'd be nice if Kemp USA made products for civilians, because this is one of the finest beach umbrellas I've seen. It has a unique venting layer on top designed to allow light to moderate wind to pass through the umbrella without launching it as happens with most beach umbrellas. The umbrella is easy to open and lock in place; you can use a plastic button to close the umbrella. Knowing how fragile plastic can be after hundreds of uses, I do wish they'd have used metal or at least a stronger and more dense plastic than what they used not just for the button but for the skeleton of the umbrella. Still, it does the job. There is a metal button to control the tilt mechanism that allows you to pivot the umbrella to a 45 degree angle. This sure beats stabbing the sand over and over to find the right angle. The silver reflective material is perfect for not just shielding you from sun, but from reflecting the light rays completely off, another great innovation for those who need to sit in the sun all day. Size-wise, wth more than a 5 foot diameter and up to more than a 7 foot height (when you attach it to the telescoping rod, also included), it's got generous coverage. It doesn't come with any kind of base, so you'll need to purchase that separately or use an existing one. The material itself is nylon. It's a little bit thinner and flimsier than I would have liked, but I assume they did this to keep the weight down. I'd say it's about the thickness of a rain poncho or a reusable shopping bag. As long as you keep it away from sharp objects you should be fine. It all packs up nicely in a carrying case that's made from the same material with a strap you can conveniently use to carry it on your shoulders. Overall it's a very good umbrella that should definitely be on the consideration list of anyone buying official lifeguard umbrellas. Of course anyone can buy it for personal use as well, but be sure to cover up the words "Life Guard" when you're in a public area to avoid misrepresentation. Of course you can use it as much as you like in private settings.

The fabric of this umbrella is thinner than I thought it would be. Has a good reflective layer on the inside of the umbrella. Do not leave it out when we are not using it, as I am not sure how long it will hold together, as we get wind here, Use it out by the pool, while sitting in my chair watching the kids. If this was up all day everyday on a lift guard stand, I am not sure it will hold up. Overall I am pleased with the umbrella, for personal use.

This is smaller than I expected, but the double layer fabric is better. The silver reflective outer layer is great for reflecting sun and heat. It makes a big difference compared to other outdoor umbrellas that we've used. It comes with a nice carry bag and is very light weight. The spokes are made of fiberglass or plastic - something that won't rust. The poles are metal with a thick white coating. The base comes down to a cone shape and works great in the bracket we have on our balcony. The tilt is 45 degrees but I found the button a bit tough to engage - I really had to push hard on it. This has held up well over the summer so far and it looks like it will last quite a few seasons, so I think the value is there.