I was expecting more...When fully opened, the umbrella material rubs against the pole.  I do not expect material to last very long.  Had it open for Father's Day and the slightest wind sent it spinning around.  Not lifting because I bought a separate base and filled it with water, just spinning...Maybe that is the nature of a cantilever umbrella...maybe I should have purchased a more expensive model.  The solar lights...just ambiance, don't expect to read anything under these lights.