Umbrellas are our go-to
protection from sun and rain. There are several kinds of umbrellas today with
different shapes, sizes, styles, and so on. Among these are bubble umbrellas,
compact umbrellas, non-compact umbrellas, and many others to choose from.
Traditionally, regular umbrellas were the only form used, and they came in
compact and non-compact forms before bubble umbrellas came along. The choice
between bubble umbrellas and regular umbrellas depends on the one that protects
you better from rain or sun and other important factors. To be able to choose
the one that suits your needs, you have to understand the features of each kind
of umbrella and what makes them different.
Regular Umbrellas
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Non-Compact
Umbrella
Non-compact umbrellas
are also known as stick-style umbrellas and come in different forms such as
golf umbrellas or walking umbrellas. This type of umbrella does not collapse or
fold, which means that it has to be carried and cannot be stored in a bag.
Additionally, the canopy is relatively large and can cover up to 3 people at
once. Because it does not require much movement and folding, non-compact
umbrellas tend to be more durable compared to other kinds of umbrellas.
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Compact
Umbrella
Compact umbrellas are
smaller and can be folded and carried around easily, thanks to the telescopic
shaft that allows movement of other parts of the umbrella. The canopy of the
umbrella also comes in a smaller size that’s best suited for just one person.
You can easily store it in your bag or suitcase when traveling. But unlike
non-compact, it is less durable due to consistent movements of the parts and
folding.
Bubble Umbrellas
These are the kind of
umbrellas that people carry for fun. Unlike the bland design and structure of
traditional umbrellas, bubble umbrellas have style and can be a fashion
accessory aside from keeping you dry during a storm. This kind of umbrella is
made with plastic and can be transparent or designed with patterns. Unlike
regular umbrellas, the transparency of the umbrella gives you a chance to see
where you are going while also offering full protection against rain and sun.
What to Consider When Choosing One
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Weather
If you live in a warm
climate, you should consider getting a compact umbrella for optimal protection
from sun and rain. This is because you need the polyester fabric of the canopy
to protect your skin from UV rays, which bubble umbrellas can’t offer you.
Additionally, they also have a larger canopy diameter, which will protect you
more from sun rays.
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Portability
If you want something
portable that you can easily store in your handbag or luggage when traveling,
compact umbrellas are the best option for you. This gives you a chance to go
around with it anywhere so that it’s available whenever you need it and that
can save you from being stuck in an unexpected rain shower.
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Durability
A stick-style umbrella happens to be the most durable of all the umbrellas
because of the little movements and folds. However, it is large and can’t be
carried everywhere. For your everyday use, you should choose between a bubble
umbrella and a compact umbrella. In this case, bubble umbrellas are the best option
for you as they are stronger and there are fewer folds required. Bubble
umbrellas made of fiberglass are even stronger and will last for a long time.
