The Best Foldable Rain-or-Shine Umbrella for Business Trips During the Rainy Season | How to Choose and Practical Test

Storage in a Suitcase

When stored, the umbrella (31cm long x 6cm wide) fit into the inner pocket of a carry-on size suitcase (40L). While slightly larger than a typical folding umbrella, its 98cm canopy provides a wide, highly practical coverage.

At 330g, it is slightly heavier than ultra-lightweight models, but this is due to its sturdy frame, which provides stability. I didn't notice the weight when carrying it in my business bag.

User Experience in Rain (3-Day Record)

• Day 1 (Light Rain): Walking 10 minutes from the station to the client's office, it provided ample coverage for both myself and my belongings. My shoulders didn't get wet even while carrying a business bag. The automatic open/close feature was convenient, allowing operation with one hand while holding my business bag.
• Day 2 (All-day Rain with Wind): Opened and closed 8 times in one day. The wind picked up in the afternoon, with strong gusts, but thanks to the 8-rib hybrid structure, the umbrella remained stable and did not invert. While other people's umbrellas broke, the New Trip had no issues at all.
• Day 3 (Rain then Cloudy): Thanks to the C6 water-repellent coating, few water droplets remained after folding the umbrella. When placing it in umbrella stands at client locations, it didn't drip water, which made a good impression. After drying it overnight at the hotel, it was completely dry and comfortable to use again the next day.

Effectiveness as a Parasol in Sunny Weather

• Day 4 (Cloudy then Sunny): The afternoon was humid with temperatures at 29℃ and 80% humidity. Used as a parasol while walking 15 minutes from the station to the client's office.
• Perceived Temperature Difference: Compared to a colleague who walked without a parasol, I felt noticeably cooler. Due to its complete light-blocking properties, direct sunlight from above was completely blocked. The large canopy provided a wide shadow, extending to my shoulders and arms.
• UV Cut Effect: I had forgotten to apply sunscreen to some parts of my arms, but the areas under the umbrella did not get sunburned, confirming the UV cut rate of over 99%.
• Effect of 9cm Extended Handle: My hand didn't get tired even after holding it for a long time, demonstrating the benefits of its ergonomic design.

Drying Speed After Getting Wet

• Water Repellency Test: After rain, just two to three shakes of the umbrella removed most of the water droplets from the surface. Thanks to the C6 water-repellent coating, water beaded up and rolled off, not soaking into the fabric.
• Indoor Drying: When opened and air-dried in a hotel room, it was completely dry in about 2 hours. It was ready for storage by the next morning.
• Comparison: A typical rain-only folding umbrella took 5 to 6 hours under the same conditions. The difference in water-repellent coating quality significantly impacts drying speed.

Durability Test

• Number of Openings/Closings: Over 25 times during a 5-day business trip, and the automatic open/close mechanism had no issues at all. Smooth operation was maintained.
• Frame Strength: Used many times on windy days, but the ribs did not bend or deform. I truly felt the effectiveness of the high-strength aluminum alloy x fiberglass hybrid structure.
• Fabric Condition: The 310T pongee fabric showed no fraying or tearing whatsoever, despite frequent opening and closing. The PU coating on the back enhances the fabric's durability.