Port A Shade

Abstract

The invention provides a specially designed umbrella specifically configured to provide consumers ample protection from outside elements while affording them free use of their hands. Designed to be worn on the body with a simple backpack like carrier, The Port A Shade umbrella comprises a lightweight plastic or metal framework and an ample canopy that is weather resistant.

1 . A hands free umbrella device to be used for rain or as a sun shade, comprising: a specially designed umbrella specifically configured to be worn on the body with a simple backpack like carrier, comprising a lightweight plastic or metal framework and an ample canopy that is weather resistant. 
     
     
         2 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 1 , further comprising: an umbrella canopy held open by expandable rods which are designed to collapse and fold flat when not in use, wherein the rods join together in the center of the canopy by a circularly shaped bracket, and wherein the bracket is further connected to a circular or semi-circular mounting which secures to a harness wherein the harness comprises a cylindrically shaped casing to be worn on one's back and designed expressly to hold the umbrella, and wherein the casing has a cap. 
     
     
         3 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2 , further comprising: snap buttons placed on the harness to prevent entanglement of the harness straps. 
     
     
         4 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2 , wherein the cross section of the supporting rod and casing are semi-circular, and wherein the flat side of the semi-circular rod and casing can be equipped with padding for the comfort of the user, and wherein the flat side rests against the back of the user. 
     
     
         5 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2 , further comprising: a holder in which the base of the umbrella is secured for easy access or retracted with a spring loaded mechanism contained within the casing. 
     
     
         6 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2 , further comprising: multiple flaps that lift up in windy conditions, allowing the wind to pass through, preventing the device from being blown away, wherein the flap or flaps are positioned near the lower edge of the canopy of the umbrella. 
     
     
         7 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2 , further comprising a retraction feature controlled by a remote control device, wherein the remote control device can retract, or be inserted into the harness. 
     
     
         8 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2 , further comprising two adjustable shoulder straps integrally attached to right and left top corners of the casing, dropping over a user's shoulders and chest to connect to respective right and left bottom corners of the casing at the user's waist. 
     
     
         9 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 8 , wherein the adjustable shoulder straps are manufactured of canvas, nylon or a similar material and are reinforced for added stability, and wherein the straps contain integrated padding comprised of a malleable rubber material for facilitating optimal comfort during wear. 
     
     
         10 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2 , manufactured in a variety of sizes including an extra small version for children and a large version for adults. 
     
     
         11 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2 , manufactured in a variety of attractive colors and designs. 
     
     
         12 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2 , wherein the harness is manufactured of lightweight and malleable canvas or nylon material. 
     
     
         13 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2  wherein the casing comprises a zipper for accessing the umbrella. 
     
     
         14 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2 , wherein the casing further comprises foldable legs for allowing the device to be free-standing. 
     
     
         15 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2 , wherein the shoulder straps comprise hooks at each end of the straps. 
     
     
         16 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2  wherein the cap is removably attached to the casing by means of a strap to prevent the cap from falling or being lost. 
     
     
         17 . The hands free umbrella device of  claim 2  wherein the cap has a bottom and casing has a top edge and the bottom of the cap and the top edge of the casing which receives the cap are lined with weather-resistant plastic or rubber.