From: "Ron Peterson" 
Newsgroups: misc.consumers.frugal-living misc.consumers.house
Subject: Re: What to look for in a Gazebo / Canopy tent (wind concern)
Date: 15 Apr 2005 21:11:40 -0700
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lbbss wrote:
> I am looking to get a gazebo (not the wooden type) 10x10.   I have
seen some
> with the angled decorative metal posts.    I am concerned that it
seemed a
> bit wobbly.    Could a medium strength wind topple this kind of
gazebo?

I have a Casita screenhouse (11.5 foot diameter) and stake it down with
good size plastic stakes and haven't had any appreciable problems for
several years. I do take  the roof off before it snows.

-- 
    Ron