<WBR>Meta wrote: What is this obsession with umbrellas? <br>
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Switchback replies: It is a personal thing. I use a solar umbrella to cut down on the dehydration on the trail. Also, good radiation protection in the desert and in the mountains. Plus, you have fairly good rain protection for your head and shoulders. If there is no wind, then you have good rain protection from the waist up.<br>
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I wear super good head protection too. See SunPrecautions.com for the hat with full drape. I also use their super ventilated shirt. Super good for the trail.<br>
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Cheers, Switchback the Umbrella<br>
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