Here comes the shade.
No shade, no problem—this portable umbrella is a pro at blocking out UV rays. It’s made from trusty polyester and measures up at 5 1/2 feet across. And thanks to the handy spike on the bottom, it’ll dig right into sand or grass in a snap. There’s even a tilting feature that lets you point it every which way (perfect for when the sun is on the move). The kicker: It has a two-piece pole design that lets it pop into the carry-friendly case when it’s done doling out the shade. Now, if you need us, we’ll be stirring up a few summery drinks.
Photography by Rocky Luten
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Picnic Time
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Picnic Time doesn’t mess around when it comes to outdoor leisure. They’ve been doing the “al fresco” thing since 1982, perfecting outdoor essentials from classic baskets to gardening supplies. This ain’t your grandma’s plastic tablecloth—this is a whole new way to picnic.
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Reviews for
Portable 5.5' Beach Umbrella
Reviews for
Portable 5.5' Beach Umbrella
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Really useful
We were on the cape several times this summer and this umbrella was really awesome. Just stick and go. Also really chic.
no more sunburns
Compact, easy to assemble, and looks super cute. My husband and I use this umbrella every time we go to the beach -wouldn't leave home without it. Tilting feature is great so you can always be in the shade. It reminds me of the beaches in Europe.
Love this umbrella!
It's very well-made and looks great on the beach (or even in the yard - I set it up over one end of the baby pool). I was excited to see that it has the ability to tilt and angle the umbrella and was thankful for the cone a the bottom of the pole to help dig into sand. Most of all, I was impressed by the quality of the fabric, especially for the price... and it's wide enough to cast shade for at least two chairs, with shade to spare. I can't recommend it enough!
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