# Hurricane-Proof Umbrellas These Windproof Umbrellas Can Withstand the Deadliest of Storms By Ian Andrew Panganiban | Published 2013-05-10 | Updated 2013-05-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windproof-umbrellas References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/rainshader-umbrella/27442/) & [rainshader](http://www.rainshader.com) It's common for umbrellas to turn inside-out during strong storms, especially if they aren't [windproof umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella), but these umbrellas from Rainshader were made to withstand hurricanes. The ‘[Rainshader](http://rainshader.com/)’ provides people an umbrella that can withstand almost any wind force. Designed by Stephen Collier, this helmet-shaped umbrella can hold its own through wind speeds up to 60km/h—that’s basically a tiny hurricane. The umbrella’s design makes it nearly impossible for it to turn inside-out. The construction of this umbrella included the most important factor in umbrella designs -- it won’t poke people in the eye. The frame of the umbrella was also taken into consideration; instead of steel, the makers outfitted it with [fiber glass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Portable-Wind-Generator), which makes the umbrella less likely to conduct electricity during thunder storms. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Windproof Umbrellas:** Opportunity for creating innovative umbrellas that can withstand strong winds and storms. - **Hurricane-proof Products:** Potential for developing products that are resilient and can withstand extreme weather conditions, such as hurricanes. - **Safety-focused Design:** Potential to create products with designs that prioritize user safety, such as umbrellas that won't poke people in the eye. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Umbrella Manufacturing:** Opportunity for umbrella manufacturers to create windproof and hurricane-proof umbrellas. - **Outdoor Gear and Equipment:** Potential for the outdoor gear and equipment industry to develop innovative products that can withstand extreme weather conditions. - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for the consumer electronics industry to incorporate safety-focused designs in their products, such as devices that are resistant to electrical hazards during thunderstorms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [Sturdy Heat Relief Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aliz-umbrella.md) - [Expertly Crafted Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-green-umbrella.md) - [Space-Inspired Folding Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloombrella.md) - [Ultra-Lightweight Durable Golf Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golf-lite-umbrella.md) - [Two-People Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain.md) - [Geodesic Windproof Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expedition-tent.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [OLED Weather Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella.md)