Can you describe the steel poles? Are they straight and then bend into an arch, or are they already bent?
1857993
They are arched but break down like tent poles. They break down to aboit 2 and a half foot. Super easy to break down and strong steel. I was in a dust store with 70 mile an hour winds the tent stood strong.
1857994
They're already bent. You put the three bent poles together to go over the bed. I'll post a picture later of the poles disassembled.
1857995
They are slightly curved and when connected together form an arch. Very simple and easy to put together.
1857996
The poles are already bent but in three sections so they are easy to deal with
834215
They are flexible but not small so bending them may not give you the best result. They are about 3" diameter.
244273
They are hollow but they are sturdy. The wire shelves are solid and they dont bend down, they hold their weight ok
1271452
Hi, to be honest, my husband did help me with setting it up. This is what he has to say..."It's probably all steel. The manufacturer calls it a 'heavy duty' pole -- I think it could have been made more substantial but is probably adequate and reasonable considering all you get for the price." It is still standing up all this time and held up to inclement weather etc. It was heavy but not something I couldn't lift up by myself (I'm petite). It's not easy bendable if that's what you meant. Hope this helps somehow. I do like it a lot but would have even more if there was an extension piece available for it. Hi, to be honest, my husband did help me with setting it up. This is what he has to say..."It's probably all steel. The manufacturer calls it a 'heavy duty' pole -- I think it could have been made more substantial but is probably adequate and reasonable considering all you get for the price." It is still standing up all this time and held up to inclement weather etc. It was heavy but not something I couldn't lift up by myself (I'm petite). It's not easy bendable if that's what you meant. Hope this helps somehow. I do like it a lot but would have even more if there was an extension... » Read More Hi, to be honest, my husband did help me with setting it up. This is what he has to say..."It's probably all steel. The manufacturer calls it a 'heavy duty' pole -- I think it could have been made more substantial but is probably adequate and reasonable considering all you get for the price." It is still standing up all this time and held up to inclement weather etc. It was heavy but not something I couldn't lift up by myself (I'm petite). It's not easy bendable if that's what you meant. Hope this helps somehow. I do like it a lot but would have even more if there was an extension piece available for it. « Show Less
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No, they are pretty solid, they are probably about as easy to bend as exhaust pipe is.
106309
They attach with a generic, slightly bent, metal strip and bolts. The Thule cross bars are rectangular in shape and I've had no issues with these.
1977764
The poles are inserted thru the sleeves on top of the tent in a big X. They each make a big arch and won't break!
1965049
They come as a straight piece pre-scored for bending. They can be used as a straight piece.
369240
One side has a slight curve and the other side is straight. They are held on by 4 springs that attach to the bottom side and are adjustable by which hole you hook them in. Work on any size or shaped step. Work very good. Have had them a year and are holding up well.
2271528
Mine are solid. Make sure you have them tight. I use the Tiki stakes in the ground and they have a thumb screw to keep the poles from being wobbly. Hope that helps.
530216
poles are steel tubing that clip into the corner brackets. brackets are plastic but pretty beefy.
1700388
I do not know the gauge of steel and I'm guessing that they are between 1/16" & 1/8"... I'm not near them right now, but I'm looking at a ruler and making a judgment call. I will try to remember to measure one of them when I get home. I don't believe that the metal is easily bent, but I have not tried.
506909
They are straight stem Damon. I had to return mine because I needed offset ones, and as you noted, it's hard to tell from the picture. Chuck
1659683
Hi there! Not the bent ones but the straight, wider ones they sell are. Here's to your good health!
949848
The bent one is straight for 4 inches then the bend is about 1", I can't find the straight piece, but the length is approx 5" as well.
1965054
They come straight and can be bent for corners. I have them on both of my homes and they really work well.
974213
I wouldn't describe them as "very thin gauge" and you definitely couldn't roll them up. I'd describe them as being similar to a heavy metal coathanger. The arched parts don't bend easily, but the horizontal pieces between the arches can bend during installation - that is, they may bend slightly up or down, but do not crumple.