The best beach umbrellas are like great mattresses or high-performance running shoes: Skimp on quality and you’ll have a bad time (or worse, you’ll end up hurt). Maybe that sounds far-fetched ...

Beach Umbrella Portability is always a pain point with beach umbrellas, and at just 1.5 pounds, this version gets a thumbs up from reviewers for its light weight construction.

Outdoors Outdoor gear Beach Umbrellas Are Dangerous and Inconvenient. I Love This Majestic (and Safe) Alternative. Updated June 18, 2025 Illustration: Dana Davis; Photo: Shibumi Shade By Kit Dillon ...

The next time you go on vacation, check that your beach umbrella meets new safety standards. Our Bill O'Neil explains this in the video above. WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — The next time you go on ...