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Out of stock | | | | | | GustBuster metro 43-Inch automatic umbrella automatic with 16-Inch and manual 14-Inch open to 43-Inch canopy. Pinch-less open and 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. Stars and stripes design. Custom Imprinting and corporate logo available. Powerful consumer stopping metro gift box and counter display unit. | | | | | |
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| | Product Details | | Package Length: | 15.4 inches | | Package Width: | 2.6 inches | | Package Height: | 1.6 inches | | Package Weight: | 1.15 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 299 reviews |
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| | Features | Extra-sturdy folding umbrella with award-winning 43-inch double-canopy designPatented temper-hardened steel joint connectors and hexagonal hardened-steel ribsCarrying sheath doubles as a backpack or shoulder sling; fits in briefcase or purseWind-tested to 55 miles per hour; pinchless open and close release systemSure-grip comfort handle; measures 22 inches long when open; lifetime warranty
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| | Customer Reviews | Average Customer Review: ( 299 customer reviews )
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200 of 205 found the following review helpful:
 Works fairly well but terrible construction Aug 23, 2007
By W. Yang
I loved this umbrella when I first got it. I live in Jersey City, which, being right on the water, is actually far windier than downtown Manhattan, where I work. Every time it rains, every trash bin on every corner is stuffed with another umbrella thrashed by the wind. So I hunted down the Gustbuster Metro.
At first use, it was great. I never felt blown around by the wind, like I did with other umbrellas. And it never inverted or bended much. Then very soon, the umbrella started unraveling bit by bit. The first problem was one of the velcro straps. The stitching came undone and the strap was hanging off. My wife was able to sew it back on. Not a big deal.
Then, one of the fiberglass ribs that gives the umbrella structure broke from its plastic rivet. All of the ribs broke off from the umbrella itself, so when the umbrella is closed, it collapses into a gelatinous mess. This all happened very quickly, in only a few months of use.
On top of all of the defects, the construction just doesn't look very well-done. The plastics used look cheap, and the metal parts are not thoughtfully designed, and can easily cut and poke the user.
I'm giving this 2 stars, because when I use it, it does do a very good job of breaking wind. But it terrible construction quality. I would recommend you steer clear of this umbrella.
127 of 131 found the following review helpful:
 Wonderful umberlla Sep 15, 2005
By Rusty L. Mehlberg
Being a college student, I needed an umbrella for all the walking I did. On those days that there was only a chance of rain, I didn't want to lug a big umbrella around. I wanted an umbrella that could fit in my backpack for easy carrying and keep me reasonably dry. All the ones I tried in the past either didn't fit in my backpack, keep me really dry, or broke when the winds got strong.
Then I tried the Gustbuster. This umbrella is the best one yet. It fits in my backpack and has kept its shape in high winds, and thus keeps me dry. It has worked prefectly for me and I am very satisfied with it.
124 of 132 found the following review helpful:
 Strongly built! Sep 05, 2006
By Basil J. Whiting
It's a bit early for a full review since I've had the umbrella only a month and haven't used it in "gusts" yet. But, it is handsome, clearly well designed with the flutes to dissipate gusts, very strongly built, and opens crisply. My only disappointment is that it is smaller than I'd expected and need (I am 6'6" and need a larger umbrella to keep my feel/legs from getting too wet). The dimension quoted in the ads is not the diameter across the opened canopy (which would have sufficed), but the distance from rim-to-rim with the tape laid on the canopy, meaning the actual diameter is smaller.
51 of 52 found the following review helpful:
The original "wind proof" Oct 29, 2005
By Frank S
"Frank S"
The GustBuster was the first of the "wind-proof" umbrellas and remains one of the best. I especially like the fiberglass "ends" and the way they are attacted to the umbrella by elastic "bands" that help cushion the shock of a suddent gust of wind.
Two minor cirticisms: I HAVE had problems in the past with the rivets popping loose. And I think the handle is just a bit on the small size. You notice this when it gets really windy and you are "struggling" to hold onto the umbrella. But other umbrellas would have folded up at this point.
Overall, a good value. This is my second one. My first still sits in the car and has taken a lot of abuse over the years. It still works fine.
70 of 79 found the following review helpful:
 Poor Performance, Design May 06, 2007
By Ken Davidian
This is a letter I sent to the Gustbuster Company reviewing their products based on my experience with them...
Dear Sirs,
It's been a number of months (3-6) since I purchased four different gustbuster umbrellas: the doorman, the classic, the metro manual, and the metro automatic.
I'm sorry to say that with the exception of the classic, the other three umbrellas have far underperformed with respect to my expectations.
I don't doubt that the aerodynamics of the umbrellas might be superior, but the operability and construction design of those three models is inferior to other umbrellas I've owned, and definitely less than what I expected.
Specifically:
1. The hard plastic tip of the doorman cracked when it hit the hard ground from a distance of only a few inches. I had read the warning that it's not good for the umbrella to continually tap it on the ground, and I assure you that I avoided that behavior because I know it to be true. The umbrella slipped from my grasp, the tip hit the ground, and it cracked. End of story, and evidence of a design with low factors of safety on highly-likely failure modes, i.e., poor design.
2. The metro-automatic can be opened by pushing a single button, but closing the umbrella is not as easy. In fact, it's quite difficult to the point of being aggravating. I'd rather have an easier-to-use umbrella that can't withstand 60 mph winds.
3. The metro-manual is not only a pain to open and close, but when it is in the closed configuration, the handle continually slides to the extended position, even after repeated attempts to put it in the stowed position. This makes the unit unwieldy and problematic. The only reason we bought it was because it was physically shorter than the metro-automatic.
In an ideal world, I would like to return all three umbrellas for a full refund of my money, but I don't think I could fairly ask or expect for that outcome.
I will, however, not encourage anybody I know to purchase the gustbuster brand umbrella. It's just not very user-friendly nor well-made.
Sorry to send you this feedback, but I accept constructive criticism on a daily basis with the attitude that the customer that complains is your best customer. Please accept this email in the way that it was intended, as honest feedback of your product.
Sincerely,
Ken Davidian
P.S. I don't expect a reply, but if you wish to contact me, please just send me an email to this address. Thanks.
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