This is our familys first patio umbrella (as we are No Cal refugees relocated to SoCal). The umbrella so far seems just great. 3 way tilt, easy up down motion. Yes, the crank does seem a little flimsy, but is fine.
Some reviewers have complained that the umbrella seems flimsy as the center pole is made of aluminum. Yes, aluminum is light weight and the umbrella will start to move in the wind; but again this doesnt seem like a deal breaker or even any problem whatsoever.
Our mistake was not noticing that the base is NOT included. The base is pictured here on .
After you pay another $30-$40 for the base, Im not exactly sure its such a bargin, but perhaps all patio umbrellas come with base not included? However, all umbrella photos do not include the base like this one does, which seems a bit more fair when advertising. We made an assumption.
Anyhow, if you missed the fine print: No base included (despite the picture). Other than that very small surprise, were very happy with our purchase and would feel comfortable recommending it.
Umbrella Stand NOT Included
This is our familys first patio umbrella (as we are No Cal refugees relocated to SoCal). The umbrella so far seems just great. 3 way tilt, easy up down motion. Yes, the crank does seem a little flimsy, but is fine. Some reviewers have complained that the umbrella seems flimsy as the center pole is made of aluminum. Yes, aluminum is light weight and the umbrella will start to move in the wind; but again this doesnt seem like a deal breaker or even any problem whatsoever. Our mistake was not noticing that the base is NOT included. The base is pictured here on . After you pay another $30-$40 for the base, Im not exactly sure its such a bargin, but perhaps all patio umbrellas come with base not included? However, all umbrella photos do not include the base like this one does, which seems a bit more fair when advertising. We made an assumption. Anyhow, if you missed the fine print: No base included (despite the picture). Other than that very small surprise, were very happy with our purchase and would feel comfortable recommending it.