Why has VERYKAL been selling well for 5 years?

Since its launch in 2019, why has the "VERYKAL" continued to be supported as a standard folding umbrella for five years? The answer lies in addressing the dilemma that many people faced: "Automatic opening/closing umbrellas are convenient, but they are heavy and a hassle to carry around." As umbrella experts, we will unravel the technical secrets behind the phenomenal weight of 164g that changed people's daily lives.

The 164g Breakthrough That Shattered the Myth of "Heavy Automatic Umbrellas"

Before we developed VERYKAL, automatic opening/closing umbrellas were synonymous with "convenient but heavy tools." Due to their complex mechanisms, conventional models weighed between 284g and 320g on average—a weight that required some determination to carry in one's bag every day.

However, VERYKAL achieved a weight of "just 164g." This is roughly the same as a typical smartphone. This "practical lightness" created a new sense of security, allowing people to "keep it in their bag without hesitation, even on days when it might rain." Supporting this lightness are three innovative approaches in materials and structure.

First, for the ribs—the skeleton of the umbrella—we adopted "carbon fiber," a material used in aircraft and racing cars. Being about 1/4 the weight of iron while offering overwhelming strength and flexibility, this material allowed us to increase the umbrella's structural integrity while significantly reducing weight.

Next, we focused on the fabric, which makes up most of the umbrella's surface area. We used a lightweight fabric woven from ultra-fine, 15-denier thread, similar to that used in stockings. To compensate for its thinness, we applied a "ripstop" structure, weaving in reinforcing threads in a grid pattern to balance lightness and strength.

Finally, we slimmed down the central shaft and handle, which are the core of the automatic mechanism. We reviewed every single part to the millimeter to optimize the overall structure. The culmination of these three technologies—carbon fiber, 15-denier fabric, and slim structural design—led to the birth of one of the world's lightest automatic umbrellas (*based on our own research at the time of the 2019 launch).

"Proven Functionality" Beyond Lightness: Why It Remains a Classic

If VERYKAL were "only light," it wouldn't have been loved for so long. What we pursued was the practicality that makes it "dependable" in every daily scenario, alongside its light weight.

For example, when your hands are full with luggage or when getting in and out of a car, the convenience of being able to open and close it with a single button on the handle is addictive. While maintaining this convenience, we also debunked the image that "light umbrellas are weak against the wind." The natural elasticity of carbon fiber creates a "flex" that deflects strong winds, providing the toughness to pass wind resistance tests of 15m/s.

Furthermore, our uniquely developed water-repellent coating, "Easy-Dry treatment," reduces post-use stress. Because water droplets dance off with just a light shake, you can store it in your bag immediately when entering a train or a store. Tests have confirmed that this water-repellency remains at a high level even after 20 washings, allowing you to experience excellent water shedding for a long time.

The reason VERYKAL has been chosen for over five years is simple: it blends the seemingly contradictory elements of "automatic convenience," "carry-anywhere lightness," and "long-lasting durability" at a high level. We invite you to try this experience of being freed from the stress of carrying a heavy umbrella and making rainy days more comfortable for yourself.