NEW YORK, June 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its 163-year history of offering the Best, the Only and the Unexpected, Hammacher Schlemmer introduces The Backpack Umbrella, an umbrella that is worn on the back to keep hands free.
The umbrella stores in the included backpack and when rain approaches, the umbrella removes easily from the bag and attaches to its integrated support rod, providing instant, mobile, hands-free shelter.
"The Backpack Umbrella helps pedestrians stay dry while leaving their hands free to carry groceries or luggage," explained Hammacher Schlemmer's General Manager, Fred Berns.
The umbrella's 39 1/4" -diameter canopy provides ample coverage for the user and the backpack's two shoulder straps and waist strap provide stability to help keep the umbrella pole upright during commutes.
The umbrella's polyester canopy collapses easily against its pole and the umbrella slips back into the zippered backpack for convenient storage.
The Backpack Umbrella is available from Hammacher Schlemmer for $39.95. For more information about this product, please visit www.hammacher.com/81203 or contact Trish Hammond at (847) 581-8987 or via e-mail at [email protected]
About Hammacher Schlemmer
Hammacher Schlemmer is America's longest running catalog, offering the Best, the Only and the Unexpected since 1848. The company provides unique products that solve problems or represent the only one of their kind, backing all products with The Hammacher Schlemmer Lifetime Guarantee. Hammacher Schlemmer's innovative offerings are available through its catalog, website, and its famed landmark store on East 57th Street in New York City.
SOURCE Hammacher Schlemmer
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