Do not purchase this umbrella if you live in an area with the slightest wind. The weight system is not strong enough to stop the umbrella from falling over. I added several large rocks to sit on the base, but that caused the spot where the pole attaches to the weighted base to bend which causes the entire umbrella to lean over at about 30 degrees. If you’re in a place with zero wind you’ll be fine, but after only opening it three times it’s broken and can no longer be used. It’s actually nice, if not for the fact it’s way too heavy for its base.