I find this umbrella of a very good value for money, a bit austere appearance (by its black color) is very functional, I use it to take pictures of sports fields it allows me to effectively protect My matériel.Je resides in Normandy and at home it rains two six months, so an effective umbrella is not luxury. I find the original appearance of the carbon tige.Je only regret that he does not come in other colors but it is a détail.Bref I am very satisfied with this purchase ....