I have to put chains on my tired in the winter. I'm wondering how the shell holds up durability wise.
54930
I would say it is pretty durable. I wouldn't wade through thorn bushes, but I think for everyday activities it does nicely.
54931
I think the mighty lite is pretty durable. I'm in my third winter with mine and it still looks brand new.
1213374
I doubt it's ability to withstand significant snow and will be taking it down in the winter. Otherwise, I'll keep it up most of the year.
2017131
We did not use our during the winter yet. We had it up in August and it survived some high winds from summer storms without any issues. I was impressed on how sturdy and easy to assemble it was for the price :) Hope this helps
491185
As I bought mine a few weeks ago, I don't have a full winter's use of it, yet. We've had very cold weather and relatively lots of snow in southern New Jersey. It's done the job. I put a water-resistant cover where the heater's plug connects with the extension cord. The less expensive deicers I've had in the past haven't lasted more than 2 winters, but this one seems much sturdier.
147106
The transmitter is very solid but like another reviewer said that the battery compartment does not have a weather seal. Still though I think it would hold up without any protection because the compartment does close well. I wanted the option of being able to move it if I wanted to so I made a hood out of some scrap wood that I had and attached it inside that. Then I attached that to a piece of a long stake, 3-4 feet, and bungie corded it around a tree. I hooded it so that I wouldn't blow snow into it in the winter. By the way, I thought the mount that it comes with was very good despite what others had said. The transmitter is very solid but like another reviewer said that the battery compartment does not have a weather seal. Still though I think it would hold up without any protection because the compartment does close well. I wanted the option of being able to move it if I wanted to so I made a hood out of some scrap wood that I had and attached it inside that. Then I attached that to a piece of a long stake, 3-4 feet, and bungie corded it around a tree. I hooded it so that I wouldn't blow snow into it in the winter. By the way, I thought the mount that it comes with was very good despite... » Read More The transmitter is very solid but like another reviewer said that the battery compartment does not have a weather seal. Still though I think it would hold up without any protection because the compartment does close well. I wanted the option of being able to move it if I wanted to so I made a hood out of some scrap wood that I had and attached it inside that. Then I attached that to a piece of a long stake, 3-4 feet, and bungie corded it around a tree. I hooded it so that I wouldn't blow snow into it in the winter. By the way, I thought the mount that it comes with was very good despite what others had said. « Show Less
49286
i have found that unless you're up in the mountains in deep snow, chains are a pain. they don't travel well on clear roads, so they are awkward if you have some good highway miles then off onto smaller snow-covered roads. in they end i found it better to fork out the extra bucks and get studded tires put on in the winter months.
895771
As good as any chain. When it comes to ice or black ice and freezing rain which is outside my area right now but thank God it's melting! Best thing for ice is stay off the roads. Nothing works very well in solid ice.
1197874
I have only had this product for 6 months, not all of which have been cold! I used it on a fairly regular basis during the 3ish winter months I had it and have been pleased with it. I would be fairly confident that it would hold up well. Also, the low setting is actually pretty warm so I imagine the heating element would last even longer if low ended up being sufficient for you as well.
2103562
I owned one for about 5 years. It will not hold up to snow. Rain yes. We had it in the mountains of NC. We used it to have a semi-permanent campsite. It stayed up from April to Nov. There was no problems even after 3 years. One year it snowed a heavy wet snow and it came down. The weight sagged the canvas and buckled the legs. We just replaced the canvas and two legs and used the rest for another couple years.
1426255
I had mine through winter and it held up well. I also washed it a lot though
905266
I have not had any problems with fading or cracking while using it outside. It does not stay flexible when it is cold outside; below freezing though.
2017129
I have it put away til i need it next. I would not think it would hold up to winter conditions.
699084
I leave it outside all summer. Has held up well. I took it in for the winter though.
899163
My husband keeps it the entire bicycle covered in the winter. He has had it two years now and it still looks like new. So if you take care of it, like most everything else, it will hold up for a life time I would say.
49290
I would not put the chains on until I really needed them. Not sure how long they would last if you used them frequently. I only bought these chains because of travel from Washington to Colorado during the winter months. If I was driving in the snow on a daily basis, I would buy actual snow tires for the winter months. Good luck!
327379
I think sturdiness and weight limit it will hold. Cheaper ones can be very wobbly. I personally like a chain driven better vs belt driven.
2019853
As long as the branch is strong enough and you have enough clearance. Not sure how it would hold up over time with the elements (rain/snow). I put ours in a 2X4 wood stud near our patio. It gets some rain and tons of sun (hasn't faded)... Used a simple S-hook (from hardware store) and some chain (probably cost me $11 extra in all) Rope would probably work, but felt safer with chain. Also to add: REALLY happy with this chair!