How sturdy are the light stands?
442596
They hold up the lights but you need to make sure that no one is running around them. They can be a little top heavy. For the price- they work fine!
442597
This whole system is very flimsy. The lights are a little sturdier than the backdrop. However when d shooting still shots if u touch or pull on the back drop it will fall
442598
I read some of the reviews and was worried about that to but mine came in sturdy and strong. Better than what I was expecting
442599
sturdy. you can't do gymnastic swinging from them, but they are not flimsy.
2179953
These are relatively light. They are sturdy but Im not sure how they would be for commercial use..
1917313
There are a few extra bars that go across the top. I would estimate that they would hold about 40 lbs a piece (there's 2 that came with mine). It's enough to hold two lights without the ballasts (they should be outside the tent to reduce heat anyway).
1939575
I think for the price it is a pretty sturdy stand. Not like a Pro C-Stand, but better than a super cheap light stand. I have only used it for speed lights so far - no big softboxes yet.If you are using one or two sandbags you should be fine tough.
2148389
i use the stands with speedlights/pocketwizards and umbrellas, so i cant speak to strobes specifically. that said, they are very sturdy and I'm sure they could be used with strobes as well. you could always buy a sandbag if you are worried.
1577870
Yes. However, these are very cheaply constructed and rickety. I would suggest a slightly heavier duty light stand. Possibly the Paul Buff 10' (http://www.paulcbuff.com/ls3050.php) or the PBL (http://www.amazon.com/PBL-Cushioned-Kaeser-Photographic-Lighting/dp/B009POMCGW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421216017&sr=8-1&keywords=10%27+light+stand).
995690
I would say 3-5 pounds. They are very sturdy on my night stands. All though they are slender, they have a solid base and I don't have to worry about then tipping over.
472386
The only way to answer that would be to overload the supports. I will say, the supports do adequately hold the lights provided, and would support some added pounds, if needed. But, the poles made to hold lights...
521853
The stands are metal and reasonably sturdy. I've set mine up about a dozen times and they are still in great shape.
974443
Yes. They are adequate, but definitely not the strongest lights you can buy. For the price, they are handy to have and comfortable to wear.
387731
They're pretty stable, the number of shelves shouldn't compromise it's stability I'd think. They would be good for outside use, depending on where it would be you may need to weigh it down at the base though.
1010633
The stand is very sturdy. Lamp never slips out of position and there are knobs to tighten the arms at any angle you would like. I use this lamp daily and I love it.
898953
The stands are extremely sturdy. .I have a set of Bic bookshelf speakers on top of these..The speakers weigh about 10 lbs each...I just used some craft foam so they didn't move..haven't had any problems in over a year...you shouldn't be disappointed in this purchase. .I just read the other comment on this..I don't understand how the top became unsecure..?? These are the best stands..I have another pair with a set of Bic towers on them..no issues. .M2C...these are the best stands out there..I am very pleased. ...
423360
Should be OK if filled with sand ballast. With speakers on top they could be top heavy but the stand is solid and well balanced.
1406619
I built my own stand with aluminum poles at each end to suspend light. By the way, the light works great! Heavy gauge wiring and low heat.
1616596
They are pretty sturdy. If you are using them for illusions they are a little slippery, but still can be used for this.
1757802
They are lightweight but sturdy. I couldn't tell you how much they actually weigh but I could find that information on the internet I would guess. Other than that they are easily able to be held up for long amounts of time with out a stand.