Lightweight Summer Shower Umbrella Needed

[paul80]

Hi all

Due to getting older and arthritis setting in, I find myself cutting down on the amount of gear I take fishing, its now got to the point that the heaviest item is my 30 odd year old Umbrella, so looking to find something much lighter.

So anyone got any recommendations, I need something around 48 inches, tilt-able and waterproof enough for summer showers as I only do fair weather fishing these days, and as light as possible, it will not have to last another 30 years like the current one as I don'r have that much life left in me.

thanks for any help and recommendations

Paul

 

[barbelboi]

If it's just for summer showers, and you're moving about a lot, a cheap 'golf' type umbrella does the job. You'll just have to hold it for a few minutes 'til the shower passes...............

 

[tigger]

I use a 50 inch Leeda and it's still in use after 10yrs! I think you can pick them up for about 25 notes.

 

[Peter Jacobs]

This link should take you to an Angler's Mail test of a few lightweight brollies from last year.

LIGHTWEIGHT MATCH FISHING UMBRELLAS - TESTED - Angler's Mail

I have the Preston which scored quite well.

Hope this helps.