If you've ever sat under an umbrella for a period of time, you know that as the sun moves, the amount of shade changes. And when the sun is lower in the sky, it can be challenging to stay in the shade. This problem motivated designer Dougan Clarke to design his asymmetrical Tuuci Razor Shade Platform (2002). Always tilted, this razor-thin canopy maintains maximum protection from the sun by spinning 360 degrees. As the sun moves, the Tuuci Razor can be easily turned to maintain a consistently large area of shade. Drawing from more than a decade of experience in the marine industry, Clarke knows what stands up to salty, wet environments. His ability to combine industrial materials for maximum strength and corrosion resistance comes from working first hand with polymer, aluminum alloys and polyester resins. An expert in rigging, Clarke employs a racing cam cleat and pulley system to raise the Tuuci on its Armor-Wall Aluminum mast. Easy to use and maintenance free, the stainless steel components are easily replaceable and come with a three-year limited warranty. The Tuuci Razor cannot be installed through an opening in a table. DWR is not responsible for events caused by misuse or weather.

Choose either a mobile or 30" stationary stand to accompany the Tuuci Razor (see below). As with any umbrella, it's advisable to keep this product in the base provided and stored in the closed position when not in use.