‘Sturdy’ and ‘stylish’ golf umbrella will keep you dry when the rain hits

We live in the UK, so it’s not like the glorious weather was going to last forever. Rainy skies are set to hit for a lot of us – and the only thing worse than the weather turning is getting caught out in it.

That’s why your best bet is to be prepared – and few things will shield you from the wind and rain better than a decent umbrella. ACEIken’s Golf Umbrella, a number one best seller in golf umbrellas on Amazon, currently costs £23.99 for a 62-inch version in all black, and £29.99 for the 68-inch model.

Golf umbrellas are known for being sturdy and capacious, and ACEIken’s version is no different. The canopy shape offers more protection than smaller size, while the vents mean that a strong wind won’t pop it inside out – one of the most annoying things that can happen to any umbrella-holder.

It’s also incredibly easy to use, with one button popping it open – so you only need to use one hand, and then you’ll be immediately protected from the elements. The material is water-resistant (which is admittedly the bare minimum you’d expect from an umbrella), and while you might expect it to be heavy – considering its size – the ribs are made from fibreglass, which is both strong and light.

You’ve probably been through countless umbrellas in your life, but ACEIken’s version could be the last you ever buy – thanks to the lifetime replacement guarantee program. This means if anything goes wrong with the umbrella, the company will send you a replacement for free – and that applies to the other colours too, which range from purple to green.

And with 10,760 global reviews on Amazon, the umbrella has averaged 4.6 stars out of 5 – and it’s clear that it’s not just for keen golfers, but for anyone who wants to stay dry in wet weather. “This umbrella is good quality, sturdy, stylish and has a handy carry case with a decent strap. Most importantly keeps you dry. Excellent value for the money,” one shopper enthused.

“Great quality, nice and wide, covers bag and most of trolley. Nice to have a carry case for it. Used it in a windy/rainy day and served its purpose without problems,” another said. A third said: “Extremely sturdy, won’t blow inside out, soft grip comfortable handle, pops up easy with one button and folds down easy too. It’s lightweight too so it’s easy to carry around for long periods.”

However, you can’t please everyone, and some customers shared some notes in the reviews section. “Would be better with a more ergonomic handle. Otherwise a great purchase,” one wrote. “Brolly is OK but I should – for golf – have bought the bigger one,” another said – so it’s worth checking the sizes before buying.

If you wanted to shop around a bit, TaylorMade is a reputable golf brand – and Sports Direct has its Double Canopy Umbrella on sale right now, for £37. Or for a cheaper option, head to Asda for The Weather Station Automatic Golf Umbrella, which costs £14.