Umbrella on a Thru-Hike–Luxury, Necessity or Just Cray-Cray?

I’m talking myself into this!
On a recent training hike, I pondered the idea of carrying an umbrella.  I’m not an umbrella person (I think they’re kind of dorky), but some people carry a lightweight umbrella as their only rain gear.
I get it.
It would be nice to have a bit of shelter when it’s time to sit down on the wet ground in the rain and have lunch.
I haven’t committed to carrying one for the long haul,  ...

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