This telescoping flagpole has a total length of 20ft, approx 1.5 ft must be cemented in the ground so the exposed height is 18.5 ft. The pole expands from 5ft to 18ft using a spring lock mechanism. There is no rope to snarl or tangle. The clips are mounted on rotating rings so the flag can not get tangled around the pole. Made of rust-proof 2 1/4" diameter 16 gauge aluminum. 1 year Limited Warranty. This kit includes: 3 inch diameter gold ball flagpole top and a plastic ground sleeve. This product can be installed without expert assistance or a crane. The ground sleeve must be cemented into the ground to hold the pole vertically. Installation instructions are included. This is a residential grade product and is not designed to fly a flag in severe weather. Please also see our commercial grade sectional poles which are rated at 92 mph wind gust with 3ft x 5ft flag. However these commercial poles are $260 and are heavier and more difficult to install. The flagpole is made outside of the USA.