TroutHunter 39 Report post Posted October 7, 2016 I recently purchased a Shelterlogic to store some equipment/supplies/etc at some hunting property i own. I have yet to set it up because I am concerned about snow load on the roof collapsing the structure. Does anyone have any ideas how I could reinforce the roof to alleviate roof collapse this winter? Property is not located in an easily accessible area for snow removal in the winter (would need to take a sled in). Any ideas/comments would be appreciated! Thanks again, Cheers Quote ** People often ask me why I like hunting and fishing so much... I tell them that those are the only places where my mind doesn't think.... You should really try it sometime! ** Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eyelander 164 Report post Posted October 7, 2016 This is the info on the ShelterLogic site: http://www.shelterlogic.ca/content/support A product called Neverwet may help also, they have products for wood, concrete, tarps, glass, etc. It may help to cause the snow to slide off the roof. Quote Prior Proper Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TroutHunter 39 Report post Posted October 7, 2016 I was thinking of building some sort of internal framework out of 2x4s and screwing some plywood sheets to it to give the roof more rigidity... but then why wouldn't i just build a solid shed... 1 Quote ** People often ask me why I like hunting and fishing so much... I tell them that those are the only places where my mind doesn't think.... You should really try it sometime! ** Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Fish 16 Report post Posted October 9, 2016 A couple of things. A shelter rated for winter use should have supports a minimum of every 4 feet, and make sure it's level and square. Snow will build up so you do need to clean it off periodically. I learned all this last winter, the hard way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thefishleclair 175 Report post Posted October 9, 2016 Mine came down. frame is trashed...Need to clean it up this fall and get rid of the metal. its a 10x20 for the tarp and I think its all good still if anyone wants it! Quote Grumpas' Baits Check it out on FB Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pro fisherman-Stud Muffin 420 Report post Posted October 24, 2016 Ratchet straps holding wall headers in helps .. so run 4 straps from each Wall top to opposite wall . That will push up on peak. Quote 2016 Dog Lake Open Champion. Thunder Bay BASSmasters Vice-President Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JustMe 5 Report post Posted October 25, 2016 I have the barn style, Put a silver tarp over the whole thing, snow slides right off. Tarp will wear out before the cover will, just replace the tarp. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retriever 15 Report post Posted October 26, 2016 I've owned a few large Shelterlogic tents for close to 8 years. I've removed snow most years but some winters I couldn't. I use ABS pipes that go around the roof support pipes to strengthen the pipes where they connect. As well I support the ridgepole in 3 locations with upright 2 X 4s on wood blocks. The worst damage has been a few minor tears where the roof headers meet the wall. Duck tape solved that. So far so good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
