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the height depends on you. Do you want to sit or stand or stoop to get out from under it? I do believe the higher the Bimini, the less real shade it provides.
As Kamie said, it's depends on what you want from it. The personal pages should give you some visuals. You could message the owners for details on the ones you like.
I went tall on my 15'. I wanted to walk under without stooping. Others prefer a lower more sporty look.