Are the flat bars on the base metal or plastic? Some reviewers say metal, and some say plastic. Thanks.
2043355
They are plastic and not very stable even with the pins to hold th down. I have an English Springer Spaniel and the poles twist and move when he goes through.
2043356
The bars are plastic, reasonably sturdy. I have set them up inside my house, and they hold up well. I have not used them outdoors yet, as there is too much mud in the yard from "you know who". Have to see how they hold up outside.
2043357
The flat base (which is blue) is plastic. I would say the plastic is maybe 1/4" thick - it is sturdy.
1851421
Hello:It appears to be some sort of cheap die-cast material. Very lacking in quality. I would say, spend some more money on Ritchey or Profile bars or buy some used! I used these once and they were ok, but the metal stripped out and I had to fix it with a nut and bolt. You really need to think of the safety issue too and my gut feeling tells me that these are not a bargain at any price!!! You get what you pay for.
1534906
As I recall they were hard plastic. I only had mine a few days. I sent it back due to a different issue.
1551234
Not sure about the others, but the Gorilla bars are metal construction throughout and thick foam on the handles. A really solid set of bars. Also a one year gaurantee.
1706539
It is metal . The base is either eal wood or fake wood alloy. But it just broke although we did use is a lot for several weeks. The kids loved playing with it. Wish it lasted longer.
1608466
Mostly plastic, part metal. However, I literally had to pick up the thing and inspect it for the answer -- it doesn't look like cheap plastic, and the base is heavy to keep it steady.
273147
They are plastic. It is kind of thin so be gentle with them. I have made 3 batches with them and they are still holding up.
233945
The mounting bars appear to be steel, as they get clamped onto the snowblower frame. The supports for the cab are said to be of PVC, though they are very rigid, with little, if any flex. When constructed, the frame appears more than adequately strong. The windows are basically clear, flexible, plastic.
879981
It is a rigid yet bendable plastic. The base is a ring that is not full closed. About 20% gap which. You use to forcefully clamp around a bar. It is not very sturdy, but works well as long as you have it against something... The dashboard for example
609390
They are made of plastic. I've had mine several months and it is holding up just fine.
517294
They are all plastic but very solid plastic. I installed them months ago and still holding strong.
2069394
Thanks but am getting conflicting answers about the wheels being metal vs plastic. One person said they are not metal, but plastic with a rubber belt turning them.
500370
The base seems to be basic plastic with adequate thickness ... no cracks so far!
329431
They are metal in a flat black finish. I mounted them on my 0/11 with higher rise black handle bars. They look and function great and so far have been very durable.
1379701
I think they are plastic, but I've had them almost a year and they are very sturdy and look great.
69057
Is this a metal or plastic bar at the top? Need a bar that will support my clothes and want give away.
1980352
The bars are metal coated in paint to look white. It's sturdy. I have a now 16, she was 15, pound cat.