New Tan Instant Gazebo Offset Patio Umbrella W/ Mesh Review

I purchased this umbrella for my patio in Seattle. The feet aren't wide enough to support the product. So we strapped it down by placing weights on the feet. This helped it to stand up without tipping forward, until a very small summer breeze blew through. The cloth acted as a sail and began twisting the umbrella back and forth, side to side. The corners would dip down to about 3 feet, then fly back upwards. The plastic cap that holds the arm in the upright position only stays on for about 10 minutes. Then it pops off causing the umbrella part to fall downward a few feet. The two knobs that are supposed to keep the arm from twisting around the base do not hold, and eventually loosen after a few minutes.
You could probably screw it down to a wood deck (hardware not included) and then stake down each corner. But that defeats the purpose of it being adjustable.
I know it sounds like it went thru a hurricane, but that was just a lazy afternoon in the breeze. After a week of flapping, twisting and dipping, we have given up on it.
I'm not paying money to ship it back but if you're still interested in the product check craigslist. That's where mine will be.

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Product Description:
This offset umbrella is an instant shelter from insects and the sun, and an instantgazebo an intimate party setting! This umbrella has a 9'X 9'square polyester canopy with a vented top for stability from strong breezes. Also has mosquito netting that attaches to the top with Velcro.The mosquito net lowers in seconds for an insect-free area.Mosquito netstakes to the ground with Velcro panels for easy access to interior. Easy set up! All you need to do is turn the crank and the patio umbrella instantly pops out or turn the crank opposite and the umbrella instantly folds down into compact storage.

Brand New in Retail Packaging
Color: Tan
Heavy Duty aluminum frame with weather resistant powder coated finish
Heavy duty 180G Polyester with UV protective coating
Air vent for positive air flow
Each mosquito netting wall has Velcro for easy entrance. Netting can also be tied back.
Gazebo rotates 360 Degrees
108" X 108" when opened
Mosquito netting hangs down 96"
Very little assembly required
Base needs to be secured with patio blocks or sandbags(NOT INCLUDED)
Retails for $299.99

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