are these stanchions weatherproof? also, are they heavy enough to be outside &amp; is the red rope run proof &amp; won't run when it rains.
1394424
I wouldn't put these out in the rain. They're solid brass and the rope is velvet. The rain would ruin them.
928299
I think you would be ok for a while. I suspect the ropes will weather over time. I think the hardware would hold up ok.
443315
Have had mine for a year, with all the weather conditions and rain, still not a problem. They are also sturdy, some are very flimsy and do not move smoothly on the deck.
1654652
I would say no. I am going to use these outside outside though and just seal them up with silicone. I am sure the sun is going to eat up the rubber coating quickly. I have tested some outside and put in ziplocks and it worked even when raining. They work but I am not sure how long they will last.
2203940
They are very weatherproof. They are heavier and sturdier than most other solar lights I have had.
158900
I left two outside all winter. We had severe winds often. They are attached to my wood patio awning and a tree. No damage to the wood structure (built like a deck) however one of the shades tore at the corner. The other weathered everything and is still hanging.
442017
Mine are outside under a covered porch but the rain blows in on them and they are in full southern sun all afternoon. About 6 months so far and they look brand new. The material looks like it will survive anything, The finish may fade eventually and they may rust. I wouldn't have any concerns about leaving them outside with a cover.
900997
They held up fine for me. I don't use my poles for long hiking trips but for a few hrs most days. I don't usually go in the rain. I have been happy with them, but they don't hold their length in the snow, if that makes sense. (You twist and tighten in 2 places for the height you want.) It just doesn't hold in the winter. But that's fine. I just use reg. ski poles. Again over all, the poles work well and held up for my purposes. (baskets both came off in the leaves somewhere..) Hope that helps,
1760348
I wouldn't trust them to be weather resistant, the item isn't marketed as such and what you see in the picture is what you get, the connections would be at risk of damage if they were to get wet.
1062129
I have not waterproofed the winch, I have used it in the snow, rain and no issues.
2161541
I have mine under an awning, so it gets rained on a little and still works. It's technically outside, but I wouldn't call it waterproof.
758850
I kept mine out over the winter. We had a couple of heavy snowstorms. Not a problem. As far as rain, airtight so far -- have had it about a year.
2214312
I have mine hanging on a deck with a roof so does not get wet. It has one string that broke. I like my jumbo one better. It has thicker cords and seems stronger. I would not order this one again. I would spend a little more one the jumbo.
72673
IMHO? rain could be ok but it does tend to hold water sometimes around the edges so if you're attentive to keep excess off... My park only allows these otherwise I'd go with something else. Rain, wind & snow can callapse them Easily if you don't take added measures. I live in snow country and had to go out every hour during a heavy storm last winter to clear the roof, those who did not had theirs collapse. It's relatively easy to tear down & rebuild, I don't know about moving it fully assembled. I tweeked the direction of mine a bit while setting it up & it tended to fall apart if I moved it too far from it's original set up. Frankly, if $ were not the issue I'd go elsewhere but I'm preparing for winter 2 with this. Hope that helped.
1983710
I would not recommend keeping them outside. I have used mine outdoors and brought them back in when finished, but I don't think it would hold up if permanently left outside.
1177689
I agree w/ Kevin Takas. It has electronics inside it which are the controlling parts. If they were to get damaged by weather, the entire thing would not function. So it is not weather resistant, and designed to be operated in a sheltered area.
123756
water resistant most defiantly, Light (less than 0.1inch/hr rain fall) to average rain fall (0.1inch/hr rain fall) they do fine for my quick 5mile ride to keep things dry. they have a resin/wax type lining but 100% water proof I would say no. I have not tested them in heavy rain though (like a 1/2inch-1inch/hr rain fall).hope I have helped.