how has it held up? how does it handle wind? snow?
1183794
Been up almost two years and it has held up well. Winds don't faze it and it handled snow well. The recommend filling the posts with peas gravel! Do it! Makes the structure very sturdy. Love it!
1183795
As others suggested I filled each column with two 5 gallon buckets of sand and gravel. Given our strong winds, I felt that wouldn't be enough. Two adjoining sides are now braced by 1/8" steel cables with turnbuckles in an "X" pattern. I attached aluminum bar stock at the top of the columns, wrapped around the outside faces with one part extending toward the next column. A hole drilled into that served as an attachment point for one end of a cable. The other end is attached to a large screw-hook that's attached to the deck framing. We've had some strong winds since and all is well. Without the extra bracing I don't think any similar structure would have survived. We love it and our friends do too. As others suggested I filled each column with two 5 gallon buckets of sand and gravel. Given our strong winds, I felt that wouldn't be enough. Two adjoining sides are now braced by 1/8" steel cables with turnbuckles in an "X" pattern. I attached aluminum bar stock at the top of the columns, wrapped around the outside faces with one part extending toward the next column. A hole drilled into that served as an attachment point for one end of a cable. The other end is attached to a large screw-hook that's attached to the deck framing. We've had some strong winds since and all is... » Read More As others suggested I filled each column with two 5 gallon buckets of sand and gravel. Given our strong winds, I felt that wouldn't be enough. Two adjoining sides are now braced by 1/8" steel cables with turnbuckles in an "X" pattern. I attached aluminum bar stock at the top of the columns, wrapped around the outside faces with one part extending toward the next column. A hole drilled into that served as an attachment point for one end of a cable. The other end is attached to a large screw-hook that's attached to the deck framing. We've had some strong winds since and all is well. Without the extra bracing I don't think any similar structure would have survived. We love it and our friends do too. « Show Less
1177018
well we don't have snow in San Diego but we do get some good winds I have 6 I bolts with a rope going over the top rail and that has held up for two years. it is built better than most canopy's i looked at thicker tarp and lager poles our stays up year round.
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!
1932632
I have not had a problem with this cover. I live in Columbus ,OH. We have 5.5 " of snow on it right now . Wind chill factor is 7*,so I haven't been out much.
1574601
Our backyard is protected by a fence. There have been winds of perhaps 50 mph and the entire structure is still standing, no damage. We have experienced over 3 ft of snow and it continues to be intact. In a few weeks we hope to be able to get out in the back yard and start enjoying it again. The kids used it this winter to jump off of into the snow. Very happy with our investment
1141514
I had no issues with snow drifts and unit is still in fine shape. The largest open area (the top) is covered and I was advised not to fully encase a unit for possible problems with moisture when no air circulates. In short, I am very happy with this cover.
1386538
I haven't had it up during the extreme cold of winter. However, it has been below freezing a couple of times this year already and it is staying just fine, so far!
1073328
its designed to withstand hallatious snow and wind. this tent is super nice. just cut a footprint from a tarp and your good to go!
1379450
It held up well last week when we got 8-10 inches of snow here in North Seattle. On the other hand, it does not look built to take much abuse. The documentation says that it is not recommended for all seasons.
626243
Mine has done well in rain and snow. bought a second one for the walkway. Both are hung on garden stakes so no protection from the elements.
1675805
we get snow a few months out of the year and ours has been outside the last 2 seasons and is holding up well.
697629
Yes, very pleased. Handles the snow great. Feels sturdy also. Can drain the oil by just pushing the handle down so the unit tilts back. Don't have to flip over.
778243
It's up year round here, but no snow. It handles wind with no issue. But I don't think I'd leave it up for snow.
963185
Seems to be holding up but I have snow up most sides of it this winter. I also placed in in the direction the wind tends not to blow.
914707
It has been good so far, no rain in yet. I don't know about winter time yet have not had it long enough.
1619814
Well it doesn't snow a lot here but when it does, it holds up very well. I've had absolutely no problems with mine. No regrets making this purchase.
1619810
Just bought it this summer, no experience with snow yet, but the frame is strong and it has a good pitch, snow should slide off.