1. Extra-sturdy folding umbrella with award-winning 43-inch double-canopy design
2. Patented temper-hardened steel joint connectors and hexagonal hardened-steel ribs
3. Carrying sheath doubles as a backpack or shoulder sling; fits in briefcase or purse
4. Wind-tested to 55 miles per hour; pinchless open and close release system
5. Sure-grip comfort handle; measures 22 inches long when open; lifetime warranty

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Know the size

I was hoping it would wider. It did pass the wind test in downtown Houston TX.

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Tough Umbrella

I like how tough the umbrella is but I thought it would be bigger. Only big enough for me and I am only five feet tall.

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Red GustBuster

This was a gift to someone at Christmas time. I was there when she opened the package. I quality is definitely there. It was one of those gifts that you get when you are not sure what to get. I had been looking at a golfseries gustbuster for myself.. but around the holidays I am more concerned with getting gifts for other people and not myself. I was impressed with the quality, however I would need something a little bigger then a tote size. So I just ordered one for myself.. because spring is around the corner and the luck of finding these for this kind of price and w/o back order would be very low. I will do a review on that one after I actually use it .. and due to the amount of snow that we have gotten this winter.. makes me think that this spring will be rain, rain, rain, so I should be able to give a more thorough review of actual use. I am so excited to be finally getting one myself.

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Expected more from this umbrella

The umbrella itself is ok. I only have two complaints. It's mainly on the handle and the automatic button for the umbrella. I expected the handle to be better made. It looks like it's made out of wood. Water can get into the handle and I didn't expect the handle to be uncomfortable with my small hands. I think the handle is too short. The automatic button opens the umbrella and doesn't automatic closes. I like umbrellas from brookstone better for the price.

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Best Umbrella I've owned!

I have been through 3 different umbrellas in the last year and none of them held up. They kept getting caught in gusts of wind and turning inside/out breaking the ribs in the top of the umbrella. The Gustbuster does what it claims and holds together very well! I would definetely recommend this umbrella to everyone!

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1. Golf umbrella with pinchless open and close release system
2. Double-reinforced, lightning-resistant fiberglass shaft
3. High-impact end cap protects and preserves beauty
4. Curved hardwood J-handle; attractive fitted sheath
5. Measures 48 inches in diameter and 36 inches long

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A real working umbrella!

After purchasing several "designer" umbrellas that looked great, but performed miserably, I decided to try GustBuster. I now own three GustBusters in varying sizes and they all have worked great in rain and wind. The Doorman style is huge and its size is a luxury for couples, for moms with kids, or for the person who just doesn't want to get wet AT ALL.
The J-hook handle is wonderful for handling and for keeping a firm grip during extremely windy conditions. Smaller sizes work equally well and obviously are more portable.

These are the workhorses of umbrellas! My only complaint is the tacky GustBuster-branded label that is blatantly obvious on the opened umbrella. This label is what reminds you that you own a "Golf" umbrella as opposed to a dressier umbrella.

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Mr. B. Zaragoza

It is a great umbrella, well worth the $. I got it quickly and exactly.

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Lives up to the marketing

I've had this umbrella for a year now and it was definitely a good purchase. It's not indestructible, but it is a very nice, tough umbrella. I've had a couple other umbrellas destroyed by the wind while walking to work, but this one has never come close to inverting. The vented top lets wind pass through while keeping you dry, and it makes life a lot more pleasant when you're not straining to hold on to your umbrella. It's also an all around well made and nice looking umbrella. I think the plastic ribs will hold up a lot better than the folding metal struts used on other umbrellas thanks to their flexibility.

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A Classic look in a wonderfully sturdy Umbrella.

Great Umbrella stands up to high winds and torrential rain. Has a wonderfully classic look and is also very well balanced. Strong enough to doubles as a light cane (very useful for wet and muddy areas). The 48" size make it perfect for full coverage.

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Would not recommend this product

I purchased the GustBuster Classic 48-Inch Automatic Golf Umbrella hoping to get a high quality product that would stand the test of time. Unfortunately, the product received did not live up to the high recommendations I'd seen. The umbrella seems to be fairly well built in terms of its canopy, but the shaft & handle is made of plastic and looks rather cheap. Upon my first use of the umbrella, a piece of metal poked through from the inside of the plastic shaft to the outside of it, hampering the automated opening of the umbrella.

I presumed this was a one-off defect, returned the umbrella & ordered a replacement. To my dismay, the 2nd umbrella had the same issue. I am returning it and have ordered another brand of umbrella.

The Amazon return procedure has been very good, so I've not complaints there.

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1. User-friendly, golf-oriented GPS unit for displaying key yardage distances on the course
2. Calculates instant, precise distances to the front, center, and back of greens, plus hazards; unit holds up to 20 courses with more than 21,800 available
3. 1.25-by-2.25-inch LCD offers excellent visibility in direct sunlight; waterproof and shockproof
4. Compatible with Windows Vista, XP, and 2000 and Mac OS X; up to 22 hours of battery life
5. Includes belt/bag clip, USB-serial cable, and AA batteries; measures 2 x 4.4 x 1.2 inches (W x H x D)

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Garmin Logix

I have found the Garmin to be especially helpful on approach shots and in my pitching. Also is great when golfing an unfamiliar course. Best gift I ever received.

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Great product

After using both the skycaddie and my new golflogix gps I have to say that I really prefer the golflogix. I think this product is at a great price point taking into consideration initial cost and long term fees compared. This product is extremely easy to use and is not distracting at all during the round of play (Turn it on and forget about the rest). Distances seem to be very accurate and I was quite surprised to find all of my local courses to be available. I highly recommend this product to any one considering a golf gps or laser finder device.

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GOOD ONE

THE BATTERY LASTED ALMOST FIVE ROUNDS. THE UNIT IS EASY TO USE, AS ADVERTIZED. I WOULD RECEMMEND IT TO ANYONE.
THE ONLY PROBLEM WAS CONNECTING THE UNIT TO THE COMPUTER--BE SURE TO HAVE A FULLY CHARGED BATTERY!!! THE CONNECTOR CABLE IS ALSO HARD TO CONNECT TO THE UNIT.

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golf logix review

Pro: Cost, ease of use.
Con: Ridiculous interface cable.

This device gets constant use here in the Los Angeles area and would get 5 stars if the designers had used a normal computer interface cable with a better connector at the GolfLogix end.

There is also a nice feature, not mentioned anywhere, where distances to the nearest hazard and layup points pop up on the display. Probably some cost saving measure not to update the literature. But all in all, for the smart shopper, it works quite well. Too bad GPS technology can't improve my mercurial golf swing.

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The best of Golf Logic

The reason I purchased the Golf Logic is because my golfing partner had one! I come to Texas in the winter and he still works, therefore I needed one of my own. I t is very easy to program and gives me the information I need for each shot. It will give you confidence in your shot making, because you have all the necessary information, yardage, hazards, etc. All you have to do is excute the shot :-) which may or may not be easy.

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1. Rugged, waterproof golf GPS unit with 3-inch sunlight-readable touschreen display
2. Preloaded U.S. course maps, including fairways, hazards, and greens
3. No annual fee; new maps available for download from Garmin.com
4. Measure shot distance with highly sensitive readings to eliminate guesswork from your game
5. Digital scorecard for up to four players; save and review the scores on your computer at home

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Give your game a boost of confidence with Garmin's Approach G5, a rugged, waterproof, touchscreen golf GPS packed with thousands of pre-loaded golf course maps. Approach uses a high-sensitivity GPS receiver to measure individual shot distances and show the exact yardage to fairways, hazards, and greens.

Give your golf game a boost of confidence with the Approach G5.

Eliminate guesswork from your game by keeping score digitally, getting accurate yardage readings, and more. (Click images to enlarge.)

Built for Golfers
Weighing in at just 6.8 ounces with batteries and boasting a transflective color 3-inch touchscreen, the Approach is your featherweight fairway guide regardless of the lighting conditions. IPX7 waterproofing means that the device can withstand accidental immersion as well--but thankfully, you'll be avoiding water hazards, of course.

Eliminate the Guesswork
The Approach displays and updates your exact position on stunningly detailed, preloaded course maps throughout the United States. Click to see Garmin's current Approach G5 course listing. Approach's highly sensitive GPS receiver pinpoints your position and removes guesswork from your game. And as you move, Approach automatically updates your position, so you'll always know your yardage. There's no subscription or setup fees, and Approach is compliant with USGA rules.

Touch Your Target
Need to measure distances for your next shot? Touch any point on the sunlight-readable display, and Approach shows the precise distance to that exact spot--fairway; hazard; landing area; or the front, middle, and back of the green.

Get on the Green
Zero in on the pin with Approach's Green View. Just tap the flag on the map to zoom in on the green--then you can drag the flag to position it where you see it, giving you more accurate yardage.

Keep Score Digitally
Approach doubles as a digital scorecard for your foursome. After the game, you can save and review the scores on your computer at home.

Add More Courses
Garmin is constantly adding more courses to their map data, as well as updating and improving their course maps for Approach G5. Download the latest courses from Garmin.com.

What's in the Box
Approach G5, belt clip, USB cable, quick start manual

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Very Satisfied

I'm a senior (age 67) and technology sensitive. I wanted a golf gps that would be easy to understand, easy to use, and be helpful to my game. . . I got all of this. The touch screen is so easy and the whole unit is easy to use. I highly recommend the Garmen Approach G5. You will be glad you did!Garmin Approach G5 GPS-Enabled Golf Handheld

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Garmin Approach G5

I bought the Garmin Approach G5 recently and due to winter weather have only used it on the course twice so far. These were at two different courses and the Garmin made a big difference in my enjoyment of playing each of them. The comfort in knowing the distance to the center of the greens reduced considerably the uncertainty/anxiety of trying to make an estimate based on somewhat obscure course markings. That was my primary reason for getting a range finder. The GPS feature makes it very easy to use and the huge built-in database of courses greatly exceeds my needs. So far, the original set of batteries has not needed replacing. The display is clear and easy to read in cloudy and sunny conditions.

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Too many missing courses

I have owned my G5 for almost a year and it works great when I can use it. Garmin has chosen to include only one course within 100 miles of where I live in spite of several requests on my part. Don't buy one of these unless you check out the courses in your area to see that they are included. Courses are being added at a snail's pace. I expect to have a golf app on my Droid before they get around to making this unit usable for me. Too bad, I love the other Garmin products I have.

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Garmin best of GPS's

Garmin G-5 is all the company claims it is except for the lighting. You need to be in the bright light to read it well.In the shade or on a dark day it's hard to see the info...otherwise there is nothing bad to say about it.

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Good but not great

I like my Garmin Approach Golf GPS device but don't love it. I love my laser range finder because it can tell me exactly how many yards to the pin. The Garmin device doesn't do this. You have to estimate where the pin is on the green (and can edit where it is) on your approach shots. It would be great if it had a feature where it was tied into the courses pin placement.

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1. Golf trunk organizer with 2 levels of storage and top mesh section
2. Made of durable ripstop polyester with waterproof backing
3. Bottom level holds up to 3 pairs of shoes; self-healing nylon zippers
4. Top level with movable dividers holds shirts, jackets, and pants
5. Ventilated mesh front door

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Plenty of space

I wear size 15 shoes, and there is enough room in the shoe area for 2 pairs (both in width and depth). Also plenty of space for a rain suit, 2 dozen balls, tees, etc. I was looking for something where I didn't have to carry extra items in my golf bag, and this thing fits the bill (to a tee!).

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Everything else is ok but the shoe compartment is collapsing

Everything about the bag is wonderful. However, the shoe compartment in the bottom is collapsing all the time. I am going to try and find some sturdy plastics to support the structure. I would think they would have discovered this flaw during testing :(

3/2/10 - I placed cardboards[from shipping box] around the shoe compartment and duck taped them. Now, the shoe compartment is no longer collapsing.

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Samsonite Golf Trunk Organizer

I bought this for my brother for Christmas. Before I bought it I read the reviews that were already posted, so I warned him that the shoe compartment was too little for actual shoes. Of course he had to try it and he said his regular golf shoes fit fine. He was really proud of it. I think he will get lots of good use from it. S. McAlpine

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Good quality

I recently purchased this for a golf trip with some buddies and it has really been great. Considering its Samsonite I was impressed with the price (although I still paid a little more than here). I was actually able to carry this onto the plane stuff to the gills, although it may be slightly too big if you dont want to take chances. But for anyone that likes to golf and travels a bit this is a must have.

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Excellent trunk organizer

I know I'm going to like this quality bag. I just got it today and loaded it up with my golf stuff. I'd give it five stars if it had a shoulder strap...but maybe I can reg up a strap from an old briefcase.
The shoe compartment is plenty large for two pair of shoes. The person that rated it low for that reason is not thinking. Shoes will fit on their soles pretty well...yes, a little tight, but if you slide them in on their sides...like in a shoe box, they fit even better.
This is a quality Samsonite product. get it for $30 and it's a good price.

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