There are umbrellas...and there are ShadeMakers.
The Isla, the original ShadeMaker, was designed in 1998 by Kiwi sailor and entrepreneur, Russell Bond. Elegant and technically refined, Bond's sporty, nautical design has taken the concept of a sidepost umbrella to a new level of refinement. Marine grade anodized aluminum mast ensures long life in exposed conditions, extra thick sidewalls provide added strength, and marine-grade 100% solution dyed acrylic canopy is fade, rot and mold resistant. This state-of-the-art design folds into a compact vertical format when not in use.
Forget the days of constantly moving your chair to stay in the shade...instead let the Isla keep you shaded all day long with a simple turn or tilt. Use the 360 degree rotation to follow the sun and then block out that early and late day glare by simply sliding the arm into one of two tilt levels.
the sizes, the shapes, the prices.
PRICES effective through June 30, 2009
NATURAL (SILVER) ANODIZED ALUMINUM (as shown)
Square ISLA 2.7 (8'10")
$2,245 Retail Price
Octagonal ISLA 3.0 (9'9")
$2,145 Retail Price
Octagonal ISLA 3.4 (11'0")
$2,245 Retail Price
Octagonal ISLA 3.8 (12'5")
$2,345 Retail Price
SPECIALTY FRAME FINISH OPTIONS
Bronze, Black, White and Dark Grey Powder -Coating:
1-10 units add $650/unit net
CANOPY COLOR OPTIONS
ISLA prices include one of 10 standard colors.
View our 60+ Specialty Colors for additional color options and pricing.
MOUNTING OPTIONS
Please add appropriate installation fitting for your Isla. Choices include:
Concrete Mount Kit $1i65
for mounting to an existing concrete slab
Deck Mount Kit $305
for mounting to a wooden deck
In-Ground Fitting $145
for installing in a garden, planter or yard, or into newly poured concrete
FREE-STANDING BASES
Although the recommended installation method is to use either our Concrete Mount Kit, Deck Mount Kit or In-Ground Fitting Kit, if you absolutely cannot use one of these fittings in your space, we do offer the Free-Standing Base options below. If used, please note the wind guidelines
for the Isla are lowered to light winds only. The Free-standing Base is not an acceptable mounting option for the Isla 3.8 (12'5" Octagonal).
Free-standing Base (to be filled with 250 lbs of concrete) $495 + $75 shipping.
Free-standing Base (filled with 250 lbs concrete) $575 + $715 shipping.
COVER BAGS(OPTIONAL)
Standard Colors $315
SP1, 2 & 3 Colors, Stripes $375 (ordered with umbrella)
SP1 & 2 Colors, Stripes (ordered separately) $725
SP3 Colors (ordered separately) Not Available
ISLA SHIPPING & HANDLING -
IN STOCK SIZES IN NATURAL (SILVER) FRAMES
Ships Ground Freight from Denver, Colorado
$355 first unit, $95 per additional unit - Continental US
Hawaii, Alaska, Canada and all other destinations - please request shipping quote
Lead Time - 5-7 days in stock canopy colors, 2-4 weeks for canopy colors not in stock
ISLA SHIPPING & HANDLING -
OUT OF STOCK SIZES & SPECIALTY FRAME FINISHES
Ships from overseas factory
See PDF Price List for overseas shipping prices.
Lead Time - 2-4 weeks Natural (Silver) Frames and Specialty Frames.
the advantages
Rotates 360 degrees...follow the sun and shade a large area with only one umbrella!
Tilts to block out early morning and late afternoon sun (octagonal sizes have two tilt levels, square size has one tilt level)
Vented canopy facilitates airflow and stabilizer stays provide greater stability in wind
Folds into a compact vertical format, easily removed for seasonal storage
Anodized aluminum finish is salt water-resistant, means no rust, no paint to flake
Marine-grade materials guarantee longevity
Large sizes and elimination of centrepost provides maximum space and shade
Unique, "fool-proof" rotational locking mechanism, canopy easy to raise and lower
Stylish and sporty when in use, unobtrusive when collapsed
Design features enable ease of installation and maintenace by homeowner or handyman
Due to its light weight (65 lbs), the Isla can be set up for multiple location usage
the components
Proprietary Du Pont glass filled, UV resistant resin components
Marine-grade stainless steel components
Unique nautical-grade buttons hold canopy to arms
the mast and frame
Marine-grade, 20 micron mast has shape & strength of a yacht mast
Proprietary oval-shaped arms, exclusively designed connectors and central hubs
Easy fitting to concrete or wood deck with spigot, optional in ground fitting available
Innovative external winder mechanism with internal treated, galvanized cables
the wind rating
When installed properly, the Isla sidepost is engineered to handle light to moderate wind conditions in the open (horizontal) position.
VERY IMPORTANT: As winds increase from the light to moderate level, the Isla should be taken out of the tilt position and placed in the horizontal position. Then hook the "stabilizer stays" into place and cinch to provide extra stability. The ISLA tilt positions should not be used if gusty conditions exist.
The following common sense guidelines prevail for the Isla:
1. As winds get stronger or in anticpation of uncertain/severe weather conditions, the canopy should be lowered to the folded position and strapped to the mast.
2. The Isla should always be left in the folded and strapped position when unattended or not is use.
3. Remove and store the entire Isla structure in anticipation of or during severe weather conditions such as strong tropical storms and hurricanes.