I want to put this bag outside and mount it under my deck, how will it hold up outside?
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They shipped mine in a very tight, tough, black rubber-type cover. I just left that shipping cover on and mounted it outside. I live in Arizona with some harsh sun and it has been holding up just fine. The cover doesn't have a noticeable difference when striking. I am very satisfied with this product.
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I would not mount this kit outdoors. Certainly not expect it to hold up in severe weather.Contrary to C. Schafer's response, however, this kit DOES have a seal around the door. The box is all plastic though, so with 2 hinges and 1 latch, a good seal would not be made. Judging by the design, I would say this kit was designed to be weather 'resistant', not weather 'proof'. I can personally vouch that it can be left out in a light to moderate rainfall and survive it just fine, maybe a couple small areas that a drop or two made it through.On a side note, if the mounting outside isn't a deal breaker for you, this is a very nice kit for the price! I would not mount this kit outdoors. Certainly not expect it to hold up in severe weather.Contrary to C. Schafer's response, however, this kit DOES have a seal around the door. The box is all plastic though, so with 2 hinges and 1 latch, a good seal would not be made. Judging by the design, I would say this kit was designed to be weather 'resistant', not weather 'proof'. I can personally vouch that it can be left out in a light to moderate rainfall and survive it just fine, maybe a couple small areas that a drop or two made it through.On a side note, if the mounting... » Read More I would not mount this kit outdoors. Certainly not expect it to hold up in severe weather.Contrary to C. Schafer's response, however, this kit DOES have a seal around the door. The box is all plastic though, so with 2 hinges and 1 latch, a good seal would not be made. Judging by the design, I would say this kit was designed to be weather 'resistant', not weather 'proof'. I can personally vouch that it can be left out in a light to moderate rainfall and survive it just fine, maybe a couple small areas that a drop or two made it through.On a side note, if the mounting outside isn't a deal breaker for you, this is a very nice kit for the price! « Show Less
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I would not recommend this for outdoor use. There are far too many places that moisture could sneak in. However, if you mount it upside down underneath some form of cover that can keep it dry it should be OK. For a while :)
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Hi, Well I put mine under a patio with only one side open.. Its a beautiful cage.. so I really dont know how it would hold up if it is out in the open.. maybe if it is under a patio it will be ok.. but I live in Cal. and the weather is alot different here then in NJ.. So I dont think I am much help..
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I would not keep it outdoors because of the concern for rust. It seems to be made for an indoor set up. If you have to put it outside in the open, put a big tarp over it, that may help a little.
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I would say it it's covered under a small roof out of the elements it should be fine. I mounted in the hallway and it seems to hold up over the winter.
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We mounted ours in the garage. I don't know if it can go outside. It works well for us!
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I mounted mine outside on the patio. It was under a roof, and I live in Florida. The weather didn't seem to affect it, but i don't think I'd want it outside in a Michigan winter.
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I don't think it would hold up well outside. It is very well built/designed but I believe it was intended for inside use. It may do okay on a covered patio that was sheltered from the weather or it might do okay if you lived in a very dry area with little precipitation, but even in direct sun contact, I think the quality would go down quickly. We have it inside and we have loved it. Great toy! Hape products are impressive
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It would hold up in the sun and rain. But I'm not sure the seals are tight enough to keep the water out. It doesn't look air tight. We used it in the garage.
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I haven't used it outdoors but I'm sure it will hold up. It is heavy enough.
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Heather, I would not leave it up outside. However, it is very easy to set up and take down. Good luck.
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I didnt Support it when I first got it and heavy wind it blew over but didnt break. After I mounted it to on one side and a bouganvillia grew up the other side its sturdy and secure. It's pretty thick so if your are mounting the bottom of the legs with or in concrete I would say yes no issue. Or if the fence thats in concete is being attached to the sides of th arbor.
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The bag is definitely durable and will withstand the weather. Caution that the bag is also quite heavy empty. "Heavy" duty is very accurate.
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Ours is in the garage. I believe that if it has stuff in it (of course the heavier things toward the bottom) that it would stand up to a good bit of wind. I don't think I would stand it out in the middle of the yard but would put it against a wall or side of the house, garage, etc. Yes. It's very sturdy but high profile.
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I personally leave mine up, but it is on my lanai and under the roof overhang. I use a high-quality thick mat to practice making contact with all of the clubs. As I live in Southwest Florida, it probably wouldn't survive outside all of the time with the late summer daily thunder storms, direct sun, alternate dry and wet seasons, and occasional tropical storm. However, being outside under the roof has worked fine and I've noticed no deterioration except the target where the balls give it a working-over.
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Yes, I think it would be fine. Its made of painted steel which should be OK in a sheltered outdoor setting. I might buy some stainless steel bolts to use instead of the supplied zinc coated bolts though.