When I opened it all the way, the umbrella is able to SPIN. Is there a way to lock it so its holds still in a breeze and not TWIRL?
618571
I wish! Just a slight breeze makes it want to take flight, dipping and spinning, jerking around. Could knock someone's glasses off... or worse! Unless I find a way to control this, I'll be sending it back!
618572
I haven't noticed a spinning, but I do put the umbrella in collapsed position during windy days.
1715130
First u have to move the leaver under the rubber cap,then remove the rubber cap on top and insert handle and it will spin freely
93088
In extremely windy conditions, I collapse mine and tie it. Any umbrella will catch a very strong wind and blow away.
1735449
I have one I ordered in May 2014 and it has held up to some very gusty winds although we try to close it when it's windy, we sometimes forget. The umbrella has cutouts at the top to allow the breeze to flow through without blowing over as long as it is stabilized at the bottom. Hope this helps!
1236044
I have not tried that but my guess is it is too big of an umbrella to only be supported by the base. At least if there is any breeze at all. I am thinking of trying it on the side of the table to increase the shade area but I would still have it touching (and tied to) the edge of the table for support.
171091
unless you lock it will blow open in a strong wind. but normal everyday weather it stays closed
492167
It moves with the wind. We had to secure the base with heavy tiles and close the umbrella on windy days.
539116
Hello, yes if it is really windy the canopy top could move a little bit. Please remember to keep the umbrella closed when not in use to prevent damage. Thank you.
1034565
I had trouble with this as well. It's actually really easy, once you figure it out. Just keep cranking the umbrella up. When it gets to the point where it looks like it is fully open, when you crank it more, it starts to tilt.
2218897
It's not easy. You have to lift the top half a little and then lean the umbrella in the direction you want it to go. There is a chrome piece in the pole where you can see the two halves of the umbrella connect. That's the mechanism that allows you to tilt it. Recently we had some strong winds in San Diego and the umbrella pole bent a little. Now it has a permanent tilt. I keep it in my shed now unless I'm actually using it.
1254939
Technically, it does not lock. However, it is very stable. My backyard is always very windy, & it remains in place. I would put umbrella in closed position for extreme wind. I am very pleased with the overall stability & functionality. I am going to purchase a 2nd one.
1370845
This umbrella has a slit all the way around its center to allow breezes to pass through. That said, it's still an umbrella, so you'd need to keep hold of it in a strong breeze.
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P. Sherman,I'm pretty sure it can, although it may move a lot where there is wind. Ours moves and makes an odd clicking sound with the slightest move. Kibd of annoying. At this point, I dont know if its our base that isn't grippibg it as well, or the umbrella that is flimsy. In anycase, it serves its purpose and looks great in our patio.
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I love the size and shade of this umbrella. However, if you live in an area where there are strong breezes, or real wind, you must invest in an umbrella weight. The more it blends with your decor, or becomes invisible on your deck or patio the better. I chose a water filled rigid plastic weight that I can't hide, much to my dismay. And, then, to my ultimate embarrassment I neglected to drain it be for the Winter's first freeze, and, it became difficult to both thaw and move, despite being wheeled. However, the most important fact that I can impart, is the need to be very aware of the wind. I experienced a major 'swirl' that twisted the umbrella to the point that the topmost 'slide' fitting failed. I was fortunate in being able to replace it with a standard PVC plumbing fitting, and now am very satisfied with my rescue, but urge caution with your use. Enjoy, and be CAREFUL, literally. Dee White
1019808
I am sorry to report I don't think so. we live in an area with some breeze and it wasn't able to hold a regular umbrella all the time let alone offset umbrella.
1742328
There is a cord that you can use to raise / lower the umbrella - and a pin that you put through a hole to hold it in place once it's open.
1754611
Partially collapse the frame, put on the cover, it will not fit the hole, just lay on top of it, and open the umbrella. We could have cut a larger hole, but this method is working. We've had our umbrella over a month, 2 months, and have lots of wind, and it is just fine. No problem with it just laying there.