Here is a somewhat less embarrassing version of the Hands-Free Umbrella Messenger Bag. Rather than wearing the bag on the front, this one is worn on the back and is still able to offer protection from rain, sun, and bird droppings.
The umbrella fits into a pack that is strapped to the back. The pack slips over the shoulders and you are able to secure it around the waist with a plastic buckle. When opened, it is able to cover a little over 39-inches of diameter with its polyester canopy. I like the fact that it is worn on the back but as you can see in the picture, there seems to be a lot of wasted space in the rear. This gives random creepers an opportunity to sneak up behind you and take cover in the rain without you even knowing it. Sharing is caring but I don’t want some dude walking right up behind me.
The Backpack Umbrella will cost you $39.95. But if you’re going to look like a tool with some weird hands-free umbrella gadget, you should just go all out and get the hat umbrella seen below.
This + regular backpack worn normally = room for you and your stuff to stay dry (unlike what happens if you carry it in the front).