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.
626245
Mine has held up well in NW corner of NJ. We had below zero weather snow, ice and rain and it did OK.
1464825
My wire cable kept breaking when I was plowing so I bought this roller fairlead last year and also I bought a special Synthetic rope to use only for snow plowing to go with it. So far I've plowing a lot and it has been holding up good. The rope can take the bending a lot better than the wire cable, hope this helps, Merry Christmas.
1501289
Mine held up to a rough Michigan winter. You're supposed to knock off excess snow throughout the season but I only did that if it was more than about 4 inches at a time
2270942
I have never experienced a failure with the supplied plastic chain. I don't see that there would be any problems assuming you took some care with the mechanism and not be overly aggressive while rolling up or down. Going on two years of fairly heavy usage and no issues!
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.
230787
The frame will be fine, mine has been up since I bought it. However the cover will not hold up well to heavy snow, strong winds, or extended weather. If you plan to leave the cover on year round be sure to securely fasten the frame to the ground and expect to replace the cover the after a couple years.
165646
We have used it for extended periods of time and it has held up well. I would take it down in the winter months , or if your expecting high winds.
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.
859158
I've had mine mounted for a few months now, through several episodes of snow and sleet with de-icer and it has not rusted yet. I'm not sure how long it will stay rust-free, but for how inexpensive it is, very happy with the quality.
2052153
I used my item in the summer rain and it held out good. It was still working when I put it away in November. I would cover it with plastic(a bag) if you plan on using it in the snow,...just to be safe.
518891
I am using mine for the second year. I live in Michigan so it held up through a brutal winter uncovered! I believe it will last for at least 5-6 yrs!
596866
Yes. It has been used in fairly heavy rain and snow. As long as the rain fly is used it holds up well.
1223225
My son used this lock on his bike, riding almost every day, in rain and snow, and never had a problem. Now, that was just about 9 months, I don't know if there are any problems for longer-term use in the weather. I would assume that since it's mostly brass and stainless (or hardened) steel, it would last for a long time in the weather.
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!
1223226
I have one that's over 50 years old. I first used it in New England for forty years, outdoors with no problem. For the past ten years it's been securing a chain lock on a gate on a beach road in the Bahamas. This lock has been through snow, sleet, rain, thunderstorms, ten years of salt spray and even 2 Category 3 hurricanes with 133 mile per hour winds driving salt water spray and sand through the air for several hours. The locks still works like it did when it was new. I did spray it with WD40 once about five years ago, but that's all.
702864
The limbs have held up pretty good for me so far! I do recommend different bolts though. The glue holding the threaded piece in does NOT hold up to cold weather. I lost a broad head the other day because of it.