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GustBuster Metro 43-Inch Automatic Umbrella | 
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| Brand: GustBuster
Category: Sports
Department: Mens
Buy New: $32.62 - $32.95 (On sale from $44.00)
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Sales Rank: 25
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 16.1 x 2.8 x 2.7
ASIN: B000AMXQVI
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| Features:
| • | Extra-sturdy folding umbrella with award-winning 43-inch double-canopy design | | • | Patented temper-hardened steel joint connectors and hexagonal hardened-steel ribs | | • | Carrying sheath doubles as a backpack or shoulder sling; fits in briefcase or purse | | • | Wind-tested to 55 miles per hour; pinchless open and close release system | | • | Sure-grip comfort handle; measures 22 inches long when open; lifetime warranty |
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Product Description
GustBuster's Metro umbrella is the choice for people on-the-go. The Metro's sheath doubles as a backpack or sling it over your shoulder. It's strong too. Afterall, it is a GustBuster. The Metro features: Automatic open 16 inches long folded, 22 inches long open Opens to 43 inch canopy Pinchless open & close release system Award winning double-canopy design Patented temper-hardened steel joint connectors Hardened steel, hexagonal ribs and reinforced shaft prevent crimping and snapping Sheath doubles for backpack or over-the-shoulder carrying Take along in briefcase or purse Sure grip comfort handle Wind-tested by College of Aeronautics to 55 mph Limited manufacturer's lifetime warranty (see warranty card for details) Available in Black, Navy, Red, and Dark Tan. For a larger view of this item, please click on the picture(s).
Amazon.com Product Description
The ideal choice for people on the go, the GustBuster Metro umbrella keeps you dry wherever you roam. The Metro is distinguished by its carrying sheath, which doubles as a backpack or shoulder sling. As a result, you can easily carry this umbrella when it's dry out while also holding a briefcase and cup of coffee. The Metro measures 22 inches long when open and 16 inches folded, with an award-winning 43-inch double-canopy design that's large enough to accommodate two people. The patented temper-hardened steel joint connectors, hexagonal hardened-steel ribs, and reinforced shaft, meanwhile, hold up to heavy use and are built to resist crimping and snapping. And should you not want to carry the Metro via the sheath, it fits easily in a purse or briefcase. Other details include a sure-grip comfort handle, a pinchless open and close release system, and a sleek design. Wind-tested by the College of Aeronautics to 55 miles per hour, the Metro carries a lifetime warranty.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 108 more reviews...
 Half Star Product January 8, 2009
Maria E. Keely
The firt time I used it the tip on the top of the umbrella fell off and the wood varnished handle has cracked and chips easly.
I bought one similar for a third of the price and I used it for two years with no problems, but my husband lost it. I poisoned him!
This product had a great rubber handle with an automatic close and open button, your product only opens automatically.
 Great when it stayed in one piece December 27, 2008
RecklessOne
I bought two of these and both have broken to varying extents. On one, the plastic end cap on one of the tips of the metal frame that keep the fabric taught broke -- leaving the umbrella in a functional yet unuseable state. On the second, the plastic on the end of the umbrella that sits on top, in the middle of the dome broke. That umbrella is still useable but it is disappointing to see things like these breaking on an umbrella this expensive.
Perfect December 26, 2008
Jennifer Smith (Spartanburg, SC USA)
This is an excellent umbrella. It is a great value. I recommend it to anyone.
Looks good but shoddy construction December 15, 2008
Mark Laing
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
OK, we moved to London from LA so we got two umbrellas as presents - the Gust Buster Metro and a small pink one. My wife kept the small pink one which has survived very well. The Gust Buster less so. I'm pretty careful how I treat stuff but this is really badly made. First the shoulder strap popped off, then the wooden (yes wooden!) handle chipped for no reason and now, after 7 months of being used perhaps twice a week, one of the struts disconnected from the little connector pin which enables it to fold. So I've fixed it, sort of, with a paper clip. We're very disappointed with the shoddy construction of the Metro Gust Buster. I emailed them - no answer. Then I called and they were pretty unhelpful. I even asked why they design something these days with a cheap wooden handle - why not use strong plastic?
Disappointing December 14, 2008
Letterbox Guy (Brevard, NC USA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I got this after my previous umbrella died in a windstorm. It was never really tested (no wind.)
It looked nice, but a few problems:
- the handle was flopping around loose. Not debilitating, but very annoying;
- it would not stay closed: the slightest jar would pop it open again unless restrained by the two straps. Annoying when closing to go indoors, etc.;
- two of the metal struts that attach to the hub broke: not the wire that usually breaks there, but the struts themselves. The struts themselves are quite substantial, but their ends are very poorly made.
I'm not trying another GustBuster unless they get a handle on quality control: the design is good, the construction much less so. Don't lose your warranty card: there is ZERO information online that I could find.
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