This is not a sturdy item. The umbrella does not have 6 locking spots as in picture. When closed, it's not locked and moves around. The base is secure- but the main arm moves around alot- its not in place. 
 The arms close funny and get caught on stuff. My umbrella came with a hole in it from the way it was packed. The instructions were unclear and not easy to read.  If I could,  I would return this.