SCTigerCock 171 Posted February 4, 2011 Report Share Posted February 4, 2011 What is a cheap way to secure the canopy in a premium site? We will be using it as cover while we cook out. I.E we don't want to have to buy $60 weights. We are going to request the 400 or 500 loop in Dec, to be close to the dog park. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted February 4, 2011 Report Share Posted February 4, 2011 Fill some gallon milk jugs with water and tie them to the legs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 771 Posted February 5, 2011 Report Share Posted February 5, 2011 Fill some gallon milk jugs with water and tie them to the legs.Carol is the queen of knowledge on those things. Ask away! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SCTigerCock 171 Posted February 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2011 Fill some gallon milk jugs with water and tie them to the legs.Thanks! I am looking for the why didn't I think of that smiley. Doh! :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ImDownWithDisney 342 Posted February 5, 2011 Report Share Posted February 5, 2011 FWIW, I once saw an EZ UP take flight and throw a 5 gallon bucket partially filled with concrete over the top of a MH. I use a combination of tie down straps or rope to secure ours to the nearest solid object...like a camper bumper and picnic table or tree. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Avatab.... Steve 124 Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 FWIW, I once saw an EZ UP take flight and throw a 5 gallon bucket partially filled with concrete over the top of a MH. I use a combination of tie down straps or rope to secure ours to the nearest solid object...like a camper bumper and picnic table or tree.Agree. I always use straps or ropes as well.Don't forget, it only takes just a little more fabric than an EZ UP for a hanglider to take off w/ a 200 plus pound person hanging on for dear life.... :popcorn: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brent... Just Brent 83 Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 FWIW, I don't even trust the stakes that came with mine. I used some pretty tough nylon rope and some heavy duty stakes. It may have looked a little ridiculous with the rope all over the place, but I think it's worth it for the peace of mind - knowing that after one-too-many cantaloupes (or similar) in Epcot I wasn't going to have to go searching for the canopy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ftwildernessrick 10 Posted February 7, 2011 Report Share Posted February 7, 2011 Get some of those 5 gallon bucket/containers that are used for cleaning chemicals, chlorine tablets, etc. & fill with water. They weigh about 41 pounds when filled. The containers seal nicely & have a sturdy handle to tie off to. You could also use sand.Try to use all the immoveable objects first (trees, camping unit) before using an alternative. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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