How sturdy is this pole? Does it bend with the weight of the feeders on it? Thank you for the information.
1628535
We installed ours about 2 months ago. It has lasted through several thunder storms with winds over 50 mph. It is still in great shape and it has not dropped a feeder. I am very impressed and glad to have spent the additional for it.
579728
The pole is in sections. The base is about 2 ft. around or so. It is quite heavy. We can get a fair amount of wind here and it seems to be holding up well. Haven't noticed any swaying at all.
238548
I don't know the limit but I have hung a feeder full of seed that weighed at least 10 pounds with no problem. My guess is that it will handle 20 pounds as long as the item you clamp it to will not give way.
1309533
I have only used it twice. I can't tell you the material it is made of since I don't have it near me. It is very solid feeling and did not notice any bending or give in the pole when using it. Hope this helps.
1692278
No, it does not bend unfortunately. It is really sturdy but only good if you need a straight pole. I couldn't use it for my tent.
555105
I wouldn't swing on it, but it's sturdy enough for the 3 feeders I have on mine.
778793
I think so, but depends on the size of the pot full of dirt. I am very happy with this pole and it seems quite sturdy, but just use it for a humming bird feeder. (I just went out and pulled on the hook for added weight and it seemed fine ~ have you thought about the pole with two hangers, as that would even up the weight and keep from pulling the pole out of the ground??
1629274
Susan, the feeder probably weighs close to 2.5# . It is built to last. You and your birds will love it !!
388019
The pole is a heavy plastic so it is plenty sturdy. It's about 2 feet tall so we can see it from quite a distance. We bought ours a year ago to mark the spot where we buried our dog. It has worked every day since. That is important because we live in SEAlaska where we have a lot of cloudy days. I hope this helps.
646097
My unit doesn't bend easily. It is very rigid and has a good handle to grip. I use it a lot, and I've never had an issue.
622717
There is no way this feeder will perch on a pole, it is ment to hange. We attached a Decorative hanger with a curved arm and hung the feeder. One of those Garden Basket hangers works great the tall iron ones. Good luck with it. I love mine. Last year a bear took it out by beating it to death. Got another and have not had any problems since.
2199444
I put the biggest feeder I've ever come across on it and it holds it with no sign of stress to the pole. Significantly, it also does not stress the railing either. I've to replace other railings due to stress caused by other poles. This one is superior in every respect.
238544
The arm itself will hold a substantial amount of weight. We used it with a triple-tube cage feeder and it did fine. As long as the deck railing it is attached to is sound, it should function very well. Hope this helps.
1229243
Yes. Our pole is shaped like a T and the feeder hangs on one end. It is durable, attractive and the birds love it - especially cardinals.
2210624
I haven't had any issues with the handle bending or breaking. It is as sturdy as a five gallon bucket.
137363
I gave mine on a pole that has four curved hooks that curve out from the pole and under a squirrel hood and it's just fine. Only thing I wasn't that struck on was the filling of it and the sun flower seeds don't seem to come out as well as I think they should. Overall well made and good feeder though.
642311
Yes. We love ours. It is amazingly strong. Holds our very heavy feeder full of seed & birds!