Product Description.
■Manufacturer Description Excerpt
8-rib design, 86.5cm diameter, full carbon frame, UPF 50+
Challenging the limits of lightweight design while maintaining the necessary strength along the ridgeline
Released in 2024, arata's first trekking umbrella, the AU-08, features an 8-rib frame despite its foldable design, offering excellent sun protection while achieving the lightest weight for a trekking umbrella. It has become a product highly versatile for both mountaineering and city use.
On the other hand, structures can always be made lighter by eliminating the folding mechanism itself. This straight type "ASU-08" was developed by removing the folding mechanism from the AU-08 to meet the demand for extreme weight reduction.
The ASU-08 eliminates the folding mechanism and generously employs dry carbon fiber in the shaft. Furthermore, by completely re-evaluating the frame's strength from the ground up, the ASU-08/Silver achieves UPF 50+ at just 125g, while the fully light-blocking ASU-08/White weighs 147g. As 8-rib umbrellas, they achieve unmatched lightness with no comparable products in their class.
■Technical Note
・Size 50 is designed for ease of use and reduced fatigue.
・While designed for optimal use as a sun umbrella, it can of course also be used as a rain umbrella.
・Carbon shaft and carbon frame for ultimate weight reduction
・The newly developed "Silver" is an ultra-lightweight model achieving exceptional lightness.
・Continuation of the handle shape designed for "optimal grip"
■Diameter: 86.5 cm
■Weight: 125g
■Material: 30D polyester pongee with silver coating
■Frame: Carbon Fiber
■Shaft: Carbon Fiber
■When stored: 61 cm
※ Please note that upon arrival, the sun-blocking coating may exhibit pinhole-sized peeling. As this will not lead to leaks or sun damage, we do not consider it a defective product.
※ The light-blocking coating may peel off when subjected to strong force. The coating will gradually peel away along the fabric's creases with repeated folding. Please be aware of this beforehand.
※ This product uses lightweight fabric, which may tear if subjected to strong force. Particularly when storing the umbrella, pulling the belt while fastening the Velcro may cause the fabric to tear. Please fold the umbrella, finish rolling the fabric section, then wrap the belt and fasten the Velcro.
※ Please note that the actual color of the product may differ from what is displayed due to monitor settings, room lighting, and other factors.
※ The average dimensions stated in the text are based on arata's research.
※Please note that manufacturer images are used, so specifications (such as logo placement, color, and pattern positioning) may differ slightly from the actual product.
Accepted payment methods.
Credit Card Payment
Convenience Store Payment
Digital Wallets and QR Code Payments
Bank transfer
Japan Post Bank
Cancellation, returns and exchanges
Before ordering
As a rule, we do not accept returns or exchanges of products for reasons attributable to the customer, such as "it's not what I imagined" or "the size doesn't fit." If you have any questions or concerns, please consult our staff first.
Please understand and accept the following points before ordering.
The colour and texture of the products may appear slightly different depending on the device and environment used.
The dimensions given in the product description may have slight deviations.
The product may have minor scratches and scuffs that are unavoidable during the manufacturing process.
Depending on the material of the product, there may be individual differences in colour irregularities, texture and pattern.
Cancellation of orders
As a rule, cancellations after the dispatch completion email has been sent are not accepted.
Although we make every effort to manage our stock, we reserve the right to cancel an order if we are unable to keep the ordered product in stock for an unavoidable reason.
Limit on number of purchases
The number of purchases may be limited for some products. Orders from multiple accounts that appear to be from the same person, or orders that appear to be using a BOT, may be cancelled or reduced in quantity.
*The Company does not guarantee or bear any responsibility for any loss or disadvantage caused by the cancellation.
Returns and exchanges
However, in the unlikely event that the product is damaged or defaced, or if you receive an item that is different from your order, please contact us within 7 days of the delivery date. We will take action at our expense.
If a replacement can be secured, the product will be replaced.
If a replacement cannot be secured, a refund will be made.
Returns and exchanges will not be accepted if any of the following conditions apply. Please note in advance
If more than 8 days have elapsed since the arrival of the goods
When the customer is deemed to have used the product by our company.
If the product has been repaired, washed or cleaned.
Loss or damage to accessories (product tag, warranty card, bag, box, etc.)
If smells, scratches or stains occur under the customer's care.
Products that come into contact with the skin, such as underwear, socks and accessories, perfumes and cosmetics.
If you return the goods without informing us in advance.
About the indicated prices
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