WHat is suggested to use as anchors? We have high winds, but would like to leave the goal out.
2002612
If you haven't already bought the goal, don't. The crossbar bends so much in the middle, the goal looks ridiculous. Otherwise, the anchors that come with it will do. Ours never blew over and we live in a very windy place.
1875165
We used tie down straps to anchor the sail to 2 points on the house and 2 points on a latticework frame that my husband built. It has worked very well, even in the highest winds.
216712
I used carabiners and bungee cords. I bought some camo bungee cords here on amazon. The bungees work out well because the give some flexibility in the wind. I started by planning out the connection at the house side, where I have 3 of them attached to a set of upright posts. At the end away from the house I was able to use posts attached to the fence, and spanned the gap with the bungees. But you have to plan it out or they won't hang right.
1098604
We only use it camping. But, if a strong wind comes up, we take it down. Other than that it is a great item.
1007308
Put something similar to a smooth rock or bouncy ball in the netting, at the point you wish to anchor, and wrap the netting around the ball. Tie the string around the netting at the "bottom" of the ball and suspend.
229540
So far, the anchor screws provided with Earth Machine have kept it up right through two hurricanes and one straight line wind storm. Your local hardware store may have anchors/stakes that may be more robust.
951146
We used sand bag weight son ours and it works fine. If you are in a windy area then I would recommend ropes.
131282
We used a wire cable like tie down (got it at Lowes). It`s pretty sturdy all by itself, BUT got the tie downs cause we live in Florida & can get high winds. Haven`t had any problems--love the arch!
895290
I leave mine up with the canopy off- just the poles- through the winter and if winds are strong. We tape the connections with electical tape- it stretches and comes off easily. We also have it tied down to our deck. I'm in Norfolk, VA. If a hurricane or Nor'easter threatened I'd take the whole thing down. It's pretty big so it catches a lot of wind. I would say just use common sense. Replacement parts are available. We had some poles bend in a strong windstorm and just bought PVC pipe to put over the poles. It slipped on tightly ,was secure, and not too heavy.
1554777
I would highly recommend anchoring it. It is fairly light weight because it is blow-molded plastic. Upon initial setup I did not anchor it and we had a couple windy days that resulted in the play-set being blown a good 3-4 feet away (it did not tip or break). Since putting anchors in it has not moved and I feel more at ease when the kids are playing on it.
474434
A 10# mushroom anchor should be more than enough unless used in high wind conditions. Even a 5# weight would suffice in non wind and non current conditions.
648548
Yes, but ypu would want to anchor it so the wind would not blow it away - anchors are included.
1622288
We have some pretty high winds and ours is only anchored with four. So far it has not budged. I hope this has been helpful.
248229
high winds? Yes, if it is anchored down. All structures should be cleared of to much snow, small amounts it will handle.
1306507
You find three places as close to straight out from of the three ends that the ropes will reach with enough left to tie SECURELY !!!! And make sure the places you tie to can take a LOT I repeat a LOT of pulling weight. You are putting up a "sail" and it would move a small boat if you get big winds.If you need more clarity, ask me , Vern The other answer was good for detail,
782756
Can go as close to house as you want. Not sure about anchoring cause it would blow away if not secured here
457260
I would use metal poles with in ground sleeves. 2 inch or larger square tubing. Also guy wires under and over the sail will keep the sail from taking off.