When it's windy, how do you keep the legs from pulling out of weights attached at the bottom of the legs? I prefer leg weights. Many thanks.
503632
We use small cinder blocks...the legs fit in the middle and we have not had any issues
503633
The straps that come down from the four corners of the top canopy have hook and pulley systems which attach to the hooks/straps on the weight bags. I use the bags half filled with sand, and attach those to the straps/pulley tighteners. The first time I put it up, there were a series of storms that came through, lots of wind, etc. and the structure stayed put. I hope this helps. I decided against the heavy plastic weights, so I can't respond about how you'd keep them attached.
2199449
we have this gazebo but we put cinderblock or paver stones to hold down the legs - this allows it a little play in case of winds - unfortunately these gazebos can get winder underneath and get damage - it does help to keep the screen open to let air flow thru - but I usu keep ours zipped -
1631862
i use 5lb circle weights and put them in each pocket and depending on your angle of the legs you should have no problem .... one of the best purchases i made ... they are awesome when im shooting on hills or uneven ground i don't worry about small amount of wind blowing over my stand when im using these
1812382
Yes you can, strong winds do present a problem,although we solved this by purchasing two sets of weights that are made to fit around the legs of the canopy. Each set consists of 4-5lb weights so we now have 10 lbs on each leg. One set runs about $35 and are available on Amazon.
1433868
First of all. the mfg warns about high wind application. But if you weight down the 6 legs, there are hol;es for screws on the end of each leg. You couls also use a conrete block to anchor each leg. I would reccomend that you be able to fold down the whole canopy when not utilizing it, to avoid a heavy strain on the unit. After all it is made to be mobile and not permantly set up. Otherwise a very attractive and functional canopy. I would reccomern with the cavet athat you do take precautions when in use..
2063616
I move them a lot, and have not had any problems either. Sandbags can work to stabilize them in windy conditions if needed.
2029735
I doubt the wind would be a factor if you use the spike at the bottom. My problem is mine only worked for a couple of weeks.
1528754
I haven't had a problem with that issue, but if you are unsure then go ahead and glue them on. If you intend to pick the unit up a lot and the legs are not tight, then glue would work for you. I don't have a need to pick mine up all that often but when I do I make sure the legs are OK before lifting too high.
486538
In addition to the feet mentioned by another suggestion, each corner of the canvas top has a loop to tie a rope on and attach to a stake. Also, if you are going on the cheap, purchase 5 gallon plastic buckets (Lowe's, etc) to fill with sand, gravel or water if you can't stake the ropes. Amazon has sand bags and other items designed to hold the canopy down in a windy situation. Lots of choices!
370986
I am not sure if you are just putting this up for an event or keeping it up for an extended period of time. If it is just for an event, then I would use sand bags tied to the bottom of each of the poles. I live in Vancouver, Wa near the Gorge and we get High winds about 4 to 5 times during the year, and my canopy is set up year round and acts as another room off my patio, and we have the canopy bolted to the house in several places on one side of the canopy and several steal stakes in the ground on the other side where we taped the poles to the stakes. It has servived 2 springs one summer, and a winter. I am very happy with this one, and over the years we have tried several other canopies. Hope the sand bag idea is helpful, dress them up if this is for an important event. 20 lbs per pole is my suggestion. GOOD-LUCK !!!!
1311463
It can be placed on hard pavement. However, to prevent any wind related movement or damage, I highly recommend using weights on each leg. Even when possible to use in ground stakes I use leg weights.
2200859
That's what we use it for. The legs "fan out" so you can configure it based on where you have it. You can always bungee it to something or use some weights if you think it will be unstable. We keep them under our EZ UP tents so they work perfectly.
2204673
You could try using sandbags. Or something similar. I have thought about it since on windy days the dryer will blow over. You could also try to tie the legs down, but I don't know how well that would work. You could also weight some sturdy plastic or rubber bags of water (to act like sandbags) but you could decide how much water to use and therefore how much they would weigh). Sorry I don't have any better answers.
1761865
Not at all use sand bags or they make weights to put on the legs. Make your own with sand bags
1161072
The bottom is flat, so they will not roll on a calm day. If it were VERY windy, they would, since they are not very heavy. You could use a fine mesh net to cover it and tie it down.
2128710
I am having the same problem. I plan to anchor it by placing a roped Brick O block to each corner post and lay one block on each side and back to prevent wind from getting under it. I have not tried it , but plan to.Please let me know of any ideas you get from others
1812383
We have only tried all the way up and all the way down. we usually keep it down so that we have a little extra space around the canopy on our deck. The best thing about this canopy I would say is that it has been sturdy in 20+ mph winds. beyond that wind speed we just lower the legs so that the canopy stands about 5ft. high and then we add some weight to the tarp itself (plant pots.,etc.) so that the canopy stays in place.