Beach Guides

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 Ultimate Beach Packing Checklist: A Complete Guide for a Perfect Day

A great beach day doesn't happen by accident. Our expert-built, definitive guide gives you the complete checklist for a stress-free day, covering safety, sand-free hacks, and all the essentials. St...

The truth about UPF vs SPF: what really protects you at the beach

What's the difference between UPF and SPF? Learn the truth about sun protection, why UPF 55+ fabric is your first line of defense, and why sunscreen alone is never enough.

What is RPET? How We Turn Ocean Waste Into Your Beach Gear

What is RPET? As the founder of Handy Beach Goods, I wanted to share our sustainable process—how we turn recycled plastic bottles into the durable, planet-kind, UPF 55+ umbrellas and blankets you l...

Preventing Airborne Umbrellas: A Simple Beach Safety Guide (for Peace of Mind)

Don't let a runaway umbrella ruin your day. In 2 minutes, learn the CPSC & ASTM-informed steps to properly anchor your umbrella, read the wind, and ensure total peace of mind.

Best Beach Umbrella for Wind: 7 Things To Know

Wind doesn't care how cute your umbrella is. If you want a windproof umbrella, focus on 7 key features: a real sand anchor, a reinforced frame, a vented, UV-rated canopy, and ASTM-aligned testin...