California Umbrella, Inc. Has been producing high quality patio umbrellas & frames for over 50 years. The California Umbrella trademark is immediately recognized for its standard in engineering & innovation among all brands in the United States. As a leader in the industry, they strive to provide you with products & service that will satisfy even the most demanding consumers. Their umbrellas are constructed to give consumers many years of pleasure. Their canopy designs are limited only by the imagination. They are dedicated to providing artistic, innovative, fashion conscience & high quality products for all of your customer needs. The 9 foot bayside Cantilever patio umbrella is an exciting Cantilever umbrella that opens up tremendous possibilities for any space. The large 9-foot canopy tilts & turns 360 Degree to offer the most dramatic shade potential. With a strong 2" diameter aluminum pole, a stainless steel cable crank system, & a standard base with pre-drilled ground anchor holes, this tough design will standup to the rigors of use. 100 lb of free weight is recommended on the base if the frame is not anchored to the ground. The Sunbrella fabric is the best choice in the outdoor industry- durable, easy to maintain & UV safe. This type of fabric is water-repellant & through research, it has been proved that the fabric providesup to 98% protection against harmful UV rays. The darker the color of the fabric- the stronger the protection. You can use Sunbrella fabrics for as many years as you please & still get the same Degree of protection as the first day you bought it. Awarded "seal of Recommendation" by the skin Cancer foundation, Sunbrella fabric is simply the best you can get. Please note that all umbrellas are sold without the base. The base can be purchased separately.