Upgrade Your Umbrella Game with the Blunt Metro

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

Some helpful time stamps: Intro: 0:00 Case: 0:33 Umbrella overall: 1:20 Handel: 1:58 Opening mechanism: 2:32 Canopy: 2:54 Testing: 3:56 Back to canopy: 4:21 Rails: 5:29 Operation of umbrella: 6:57 Wind test: 7:46 Wrap up: 8:52

[@JeremyStPete]

Thanks!

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

Happy you found it helpful. I am sure you would be happy with one. I know I have been.

[@tubz]

great review! I just wish you mentioned metric measurements, as the rest of the world doesn't know what an inch is

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

Thank you for the feed back. I will keep that in mind. My stats show the majority of my views come from the US which is why I tend to lean more that way with measurements.

[@whydontyouaskme]

🤣 🤣 🤣 just look down and you’ll see an inch 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@exaltedpotato6677]

You didn't test the invert mechanism with the leaf blower.....

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

I did not do that test because the umbrella is designed to invert. And then be able to flip back without any damage. Some of their larger umbrellas are made to withstand inversion. But because of the size of this one it does not.

[@exaltedpotato6677]

@@Wanderer001_Reviews That's valid; however, now I'm left in the dark on how well their inversion mechanism functions in strong winds (and when hit by wind at varying angles). A company can say whatever they want about a product, but it'll never be confirmed true unless actively tested. It's a missed opportunity

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

@@exaltedpotato6677 I can see that. Here I thought I was doing a pretty good job using the leaf blower as a test. I did do a review of the gen 1 of this umbrella about 10 years ago where I hand inverted it if you are looking to see what that looks like here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5_Lk52fi910eLssi=v0yR2F2sG3qBQWXX&t=504

[@kookiiee]

​@exaltedpotato6677 I've used this umbrella and one time it was so windy it flipped. I thought it broke. But flipped it back and been using it since with no issues

[@danielchapter70128]

That Leaf Blower test sure gave the ‘Ego’ a healthy stroking.

[@candy7402]

Was hesitant at first but after your video, went and got myself one. Great review!

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

Happy I was able to help.

[@airbornesnow4541]

7:38 now I have water up my nose why did you have to be so hilarious lol

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

I try.

[@lifeimitation]

I'm torn between the Metro and the Coupé. As someone who is relatively small (1,56m, kind of small build overall), Metro seems good enough for rainy days. Anyways, thanks a lot for the review - definitely helps knowing the investment will not be wasted in either case.

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

I am a little larger then you at 5'7 and I found the metro gives me good coverage from the rain and is easy to bring with me all the time as a just in case umbrella. Either way it will last you a good long time.

[@Jensen68]

Thank you! Im from Wellington New Zealand. Which is known and Windy Wellington so good to know.

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

Happy to help.

[@JohnHausser]

Nice review! ☂️

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

Thanks

[@jayzsing2812]

What is the cloth material made? My problem is the easy teared cloth in the folded part..

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

I am not sure exactly what the material is but I have had one for 10 years and it still has not had any issues with rips or holes even with the folding parts.

[@flipwarrior]

Do you think the Davek Mini or Solo are better?

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

Personally based on what I see and my needs I would go with solo.

[@flipwarrior]

@@Wanderer001_Reviews You think the Solo is better than the Metro? I have the Metro and just ordered the Mini. I wanted something even smaller, but I have heard some people complain about the durability and build quality of the Mini and the Solo.

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

I have thought that you weren't looking at the Metro at all. If given the option I would just get the Metro. It has served me well for well over a decade. As for the Solo versus the mini I have noted that when you go with things the size of the Mini you tend to run into problems. My preferred size is the Metro.

[@flipwarrior]

@@Wanderer001_Reviews Thanks for the reply! I’m glad I still have the Blunt Metro. I also have the Blunt Classic, with the hook handle. I already ordered the Davek Mini, and it’s on its way.

[@daviddyer9066]

Just found one on the street, great find

[@Will-d3u6d]

Does the umbrella lock when it is opened or does it have play in the mechanism? Many thanks:)

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

There's no physical lock when it's open so if you do start to pull the umbrella closed you'll be able to without it stop it however I have not noticed it giving me any issues when I have it open for rain or even with wind not having a lock.

[@Will-d3u6d]

Legend thank you for that!

[@XtianApi]

Almost got their golf, but I had to stick with weatherman because I like the bigger arch rather than the flatness. But I like the look of blunts.

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

I get that. I have been looking at the larger one as well. Still going back and forth about getting it.

[@ifaa83]

How about the coverage from rain? Is it sufficient? Or is it too small?

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

For me it is enfough to cover me and my back pack.

[@RoquetteAttaquer]

I need a large canopy but small and foldable umbrella, any recommendations? Im always had trouble when wearing my backpack and still hit by rain

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

That sounds like you would be looking for a micro or mini umbrella. Honestly I keep this one in my backpack just fine. Does not take up that much room at all.

[@JoseGarcia-yh2lg]

Okay I’m sold 😂

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

Happy I was able to help you out.

[@Davehaha2001]

I have the UV metro umbrella and it’s a limited edition black and white it’s great for the Australian sun and the rain I have the classic so was just a bit surprised at the size but it’s great for my backpack and is about 5 years old now and still good the bag is has some wear but it’s white best umbrellas 🌂 I good for a Father’s Day present

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

Thanks for sharing.

[@tessa4883]

Now I want one but tbh I'd probably lose it straight away.

[@drewbo9074]

Thanks for the review! I picked one up today after my cheap umbrella failed in a rainstorm this morning on the commute to work. Figured that I may as well invest in something of a reasonable quality to reduce the chances of that occurring again. Impressed by the overall quality - these umbrellas would make for a great gift idea for the daily commuters in your life.

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

That was my thinking as well after getting past the sticker shock. Like I said I still have the old one, I just gave it to my wife to use. I am pretty sure someone purched a bunch of these from my link as like a office gift or the like. There were about 50 purched in a single day.

[@brennanscarlata5438]

Is the build quality of the shaft solid? With other small umbrellas they tend to not be fully sturdy & make some rattling noise. Trying to find a small umbrella that doesn’t do that. Thanks for the video!

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

There is a little sound but nothing too crazy. As far as small umberllas go this is one of the more solid shafts I have used. All I can say is if you are intrested in checking it out, Amazon does have a very good return policy if you don't like it.

[@brennanscarlata5438]

@@Wanderer001_Reviews thank you! Any recommendations on other small umbrellas with silent shafts?

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

@@brennanscarlata5438 Of the ones I have tired Blut was actaully was the most close to silent. So still would be my recommendation.

[@danielchapter70128]

Am I a Filthy-Casual if I own just one Dave.K umbrella?😂

[@brennanscarlata5438]

Thanks!

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

No problem!