what about the wind will it blow away on a gusty day
240166
I was concerned about that myself when we purchased the shelter. We live on top of a mountain in the country and have had wind gust up to 50-60 mph this winter. We have had absolutely no problems with it. I did put it by a row of trees to help protect it and staked it down with additional re-bar and clamps. the canopy and structure have held up well.
240167
If you anchor it as instructed, it is very secure. You can use the anchors provided or bolt it down.
240168
Mine is under an Oak tree so it is protected some what. I have 4 30" auger anchors and 4 15" auger anchors securing mine down. In a strong wind it doesn't even wiggle.
2123972
Obviously, in a real severe wind, it MAY blow over, however: also very unlikely. The plastic is very durable and rugged so, to ensure that it wouldn't, I simply drilled a tiny hole in the bottom of it and put a couple coffee cans of sand in it, and duct taped the tiny hole. It's not going anywhere now, gauranteed ! : )
805406
From what I have experienced using it in mild to moderate gusts of winds it does stand strong but again this is a big umbrella which means more surface area and more drag in the wind.
1765970
It is a heavy stand and should work OK for unspecified values of "normal" breezes. I would not presume to speculate about high-wind conditions.
1905341
Absolutely not. Wind, rain, pretty much any element is an issue. I'm on my third one and my review is changing as I realize how few things it stands up to. It's perfect for what you are describing but if the wind is heavy you are in trouble. I have anchored it down but then came the rain and it caved in.
428543
It will tolerate a very light breeze, but nothing over 5 mph. Enjoy. I've had 3 of them, wore each one out. Great Bird.
1039327
Dust will intrude. Its not that tight, it is just tight enough to keep rain out. It will withstand the wind however.
1788557
Chances are very good it will blow back and you're probably going to miss. If possible, try to move so the wind is at your back before you spray.
2050103
We have strong winds here in Ct also and it has never blown over. We filled the base with sand and it makes it quite heavy. I need my husband to help me move it. This This is the best birdfeeder I've ever had. Would recommend it to anyone.
2131476
I live in Florida near the beach and have a lot of wind. I have not screwed the unit down yet but it does make a little noise and move around a little on really windy days. I would say to just try it for a while it may depend on location. the top does a good job letting the wind through.
1080575
We dug a hole in the ground and poured cement so it would stay. I'd say if there is a heavy wind and it doesn't fit well, it could blow away. This is the best clothes dryer I've bought.
2116274
You want to make sure that it is tight. It will wave in the wind but the tighter it is the better it can handle it. Mine has gone through numerous storms and done well in all of them.
1532634
Yes, it can handle strong wind. We loved ours in all weather. In fact, ours did well until the snows hit. We got a foot of snow and ours crumples like an accordion. It was about 10 months old. We were very sad to lose it.
320234
I have had it for quite a while and it has never blown away. As long as water is in it, I would think it would take a gale force wind to blow it away.
436567
It can handle pretty strong wind but I wouldn't fly it on a day with 20+ mph wind.
327301
It is better than most in a light wind, gusting winds will flip it but normal light breezes it is fine.
119823
Same as what Mr. Drake said. Just make sure to consider if damp might turn into soaking wet. The area of the country I'm originally from has torrential down-pours and sometimes "side-pours" as it will seemingly rain sideways in strong wind- ha ha!