Beach Guides

Best Beach Umbrella for Wind: Handy vs. Tommy Bahama & beachBUB (2026)

A head-to-head review of the most popular beach umbrellas for wind. We compare Handy, Tommy Bahama, and beachBUB on setup speed, price, and all-important ASTM safety compliance.

The Ultimate Guide to Sun Safety: How UPF, Shade, and Sunscreen Work Together

As a mom, I thought shade was enough to protect my kids. I was wrong. This is my expert guide to true sun safety, explaining UPF vs. SPF, why shade alone isn't enough (citing a famous study), and h...

The Ultimate Beach Umbrella Buying Guide: 7 Key Factors for 2026

Don't buy a beach umbrella until you read this. Our 2026 expert buying guide covers the 6 key factors you must know: ASTM-certified wind safety, true sun protection (UPF), anchoring systems, and more.

The fastest-to-set-up beach umbrella — because no one has time to fight their shade

Last updated: October 2025 30-second takeaway: The Handy Beach Umbrella & Anchor System sets up in ~10 seconds with a deep, hammer-in steel anchor, is independently tested to ASTM F3681-24 for ...

Beach umbrellas miss the mark on UV — here’s what to look for

As a mom, I thought any umbrella meant my kids were safe. I was wrong. Learn the truth about UV protection, why UPF 55+ and silver linings matter, and what to look for in a canopy.

Guide to choosing the best beach umbrella sand anchor (2026)

A good sand anchor is what keeps your umbrella from flying away. This expert guide compares the pros and cons of screw-in augers, sandbags, and deep-set hammer-in anchors.