I purchased this item as a gift and it blew out and broke the first time my friend used it.  I felt awful!  I researched a good amount and the reviews on this umbrella looked great but clearly they were incorrect on this one!  Granted... it was windy out but the umbrella claims that is what it is built for.  I am hoping to return it.  I am very disappointed.  I would not purchase this umbrella if you are looking for an umbrella to use in windy conditions.