Does the umbrella lock into place? It seems to move around alot even in a light wind.
492166
It isn't very sturdy... Does wave in the wind. You need some heavy pavers to secure the base as well.
492167
It moves with the wind. We had to secure the base with heavy tiles and close the umbrella on windy days.
1076291
Yes it does. There is also a hole in the lower cross brace. The lower hole has a threaded metal bolt with a larger plastic handle to help hold the umbrella in place.
405777
It is well constructed. I dont believe occasional rain will hurt it. I would tilt it down a bit so it would not act like a catch all.
1050081
yes it does. It will turn around and around if the wind is right. I do not mind though, it seems to get clothes dried like in a dryer.
1378656
I have not had it up in heavy wind. I'm no expert but I would think anything tent or umbrella like will not hold up well in heavy wind. A beach breeze is no problem though with both sides open for ventilation. Does that help?
477713
It does not lock in place,but I am able to pull it behind me with no problem.
1871210
Ours does lock. Twist it around until it falls into place. It shouldn't move.
110265
Yes..so far I haven't had any issues with it in heavy winds and rain.Thanks
1768657
No. I had to fill mine with sand to keep it grounded in wind and to stabilize the casing that the umbrella post sits in. Umbrella also needs upper support to prevent leaning.
948866
No....it doesn't t take much wind to take it over! Also had trouble securing umbrella to stand...rather clumsy fitting.
1102049
The umbrella holder is shallow and doesn't go through to the ground. Nevertheless it held the umbrella fine all last summer. Of course we keep the umbrella down until we use the table. The teak table itself is very well constructed and quite heavy so it doesn't move around in the wind. If you go ahead and purchase it, oil it wit h teak oil once per season and it will last indefinitely.
894164
Hi,If it's a windy day, you will need some way of weighing the umbrella down. Like any umbrella, the sportbrella will catch the wind. There are 2 large pockets that you can fill with sand or rocks to hold it in place if you tilt the umbrella as shown in the image above, but I've never anchored the umbrella using just those pockets. Also keep in mind, this is a large umbrella; you may be obstructing the view of other families.
853687
Hello, it Does Not lock in place, but it does not constantly move either unless you do it. I Do still recommend this chair for its' comfortability factor and all around nice look to it.
158899
Mine is under a pergola (which is attached to my deck) and have never had a problem with wind. I actually have 3 shades under there and not a problem all season.
1637163
Probably not.The force generated by any wind would be focused in a very small area. Shape of the umbrella has very little to do with it. For two of my umbrellas I made a frame approx 30" high and 16 inch diameter at the base. It is on a wooden deck so I was able to screw the base to the deck. Has stayed vertical in 20-25mph winds.
1254937
Yes, the umbrella is tightened to the base with bolt and it sits in very securely. Just make sure that you check the bolt every time you move the stand as it may come loose due to the movement. Additionally, the table comes with a few inserts of various diameter sizes to secure the umbrella rod to the table as well. We had some pretty strong wind and rain as of lately but absolutely no issues with the umbrella, or the stand. A great product in my opinion.
238796
No, it does not lock in place. You can rig it by drilling a hole through the mounting block and inserting a screw.