So because rain has arrived and people are somewhat freaking out about getting wet, we figure this is the perfect time to introduce the Blunt Umbrella. Umbrellas has been around for ages and their design has remained largely unchanged, despite obvious design flaws like them flipping inside out in strong winds or those pointy tips that can easily poke an eye out. New Zealand designer Greg Brebner set out to to design a better umbrella which would eliminate these flaws.

The most obvious change he implemented in the Blunt umbrella is the new shape of the canopy which eliminated the sharp spikes at the outer edges. Besides being safer, this umbrella can withstand winds forces up to 70mph. How you ask? Blunt technology calls their improvements the Radial Tensioning System, which spreads the force of the wind along the outer edge of the canopy, where the surface area is highest. Using a mix of various innovations, including floating ribs (made out of fiberglass) that are detached from the umbrella shaft and double struts.  The design gives it a rigid profile that keeps the rainy day accessory from turning inside-out during particularly windy days. We’d say he has accomplished creating a better, refined umbrella. Prices range in the equivalent of $70 to $80 and are available in three sizes (Standard, Golf, and XL) and in three colors (black, gray, and blue).