I bought this to replace a Fulton auto open and close umbrella that I have had for years and has finally given up the ghost. I was gifted another automatic umbrella a few yeas ago with a lovely Monet design on it. However, as I am very small I need two hands to hold it as it is very heavy - and that is with no breeze! This Fulton one is small, light and very easy to handle. I haven't yet used it as it only came yesterday but I am confident that it will be fine. My only disappointment is that my old one was a multi stripe pattern and easy to identify but this time the only options are navy and black. Something a bit more jazzy would have been nice. No need to rush on that one as I am sure this one will last me a good few years!