Better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it - The Picnic Time 5.5 ft. Portable Beach Umbrella is a stylish sun shade that packs into a carrying case with shoulder strap. The large canopy (5.5' diameter), 81.5"-tall steel pole, 155-degree tilting range, and pointed end for easier penetration in sand and grass make this the ultimate portable beach umbrella to keep you and yours safe from Uv rays.