This part you get also offered if you are looking for a beach umbrella for the balcony. And therein lies the error. For the beach that might be enough, yes, for the balcony, this thin matter is really only suitable. The low height and the small diameter of the rod and extension are as disappointing as the whole execution. And: "beach umbrellas" of this quality I have already bought at intermediary Sea beaches several times for less than half that price. Summa: little joy for the money.