How can I secure the base? The slightest bit of wind will literally tip it over! I'm surprised the base isn't heavier as to keep it in place.
1049752
There are weighted bases available. The ones I bought are four identical pieces that fit into each quarter of the umbrella base and keep it weighted down. You can probably find them on Amazon too. Good luck!
1049753
You need a separate base that fills with water or sand. Bought mine on amazon. Use a bit of bleach in the water to prevent mildew.
96062
I have two other tripods. It spreads the same as they do. I do not think that a strong wind would topple it. But why would you be out there in a strong wind?
286706
I brought it to Destin, FL recently and it help up great - and it was a very windy day. The base is pretty wide and can be kind of anchored in the sand; I don't know how it would do on an uneven hard surface, but we've never had a problem with it falling over.
948866
No....it doesn't t take much wind to take it over! Also had trouble securing umbrella to stand...rather clumsy fitting.
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.
1427890
There is a draw string sewn into the hem around the bottom (floor) that you can pull tight and secure that way. I would also us a bungee cord around the whole thing at the center for extra protection when severe winds are expected. There are no loops sown in to attach to ground stakes, etc. it's a good heavy product which I would buy again. Good luck, CTG
1905341
Absolutely not. Wind, rain, pretty much any element is an issue. I'm on my third one and my review is changing as I realize how few things it stands up to. It's perfect for what you are describing but if the wind is heavy you are in trouble. I have anchored it down but then came the rain and it caved in.
1881573
They have tent stakes to hold them down. The anchor is only as good as the ground though. A high wind area will require more stable anchor!
2129157
I would worry about the light weight of this fan. It would tend to blow over if you had any wind at all. I would go for a heavier weight more stable fan,
1819747
Are you sure you have the right pieces in the right order? I did not experience any difficulty stabiling my stand. perhaps you could try putting the base together first, making sure it's secure,then adding top/higher pieces? Am sorry, this prob isn't much help, but mine was fine.....
1339310
hi, at first i didn't anchor it and even after it fell once in a storm, i naively thought it would be okay. after the second fall, i put the extensions on and cemented it into the ground. that ought to teach the wind in chicago!
90848
We have a standard 18"x18" base that is about 20 lbs and in NE, it did not stop the umbrella from falling in the NE wind. We are going to look at other options this summer such as a higher support, larger base, or finding a way to add weight to the base.
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I live in the deep South. We have wind gust sometimes exceeding 30mph. I put the swing in my yard on an existing frame. I do not weigh it downwith anything. It has enough weight that it stays secure. Hope this is of some help.it down
1363160
I just put it together, I would not worry about tipping over, however if all you keep in it is light, you might have to but your foot in front of the base as you turn it.
335154
Hi Scott,...In all the years that I have had this stand,it has never become loose,or cause a tilt.I have really big winds here,too,..thought you would like to know that.Happy looking,and good luck finding just the right stand for you.
1247636
Readjust your shield so wind deflects over your head. The shield is very adjustable. I have no such problem with mine
624042
I believe the base is hollow. I have dirt and plants in mine and it's never fallen over. We do get winds up to about 30 miles per hour.