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Pole Damage?
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2003 2:19 pm
by Cpvault
Does anyone know what Direct Sunlight Exposure for an extended period of time can do to a pole? Would the damage be different for a Carbon Pole?
Weather, UL, and Heat will damage the pole over long periods
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2003 3:24 pm
by Bruce Caldwell
If it is for a short period of time (Less than 12 hours) the pole will get a larger set or prebend in it than it had. It is recommended that you make sure that the pole is setting with the prebend down so there will not take a false set in the pole.
Weather, UL, and Heat will damage the pole over long periods of time if left in direct exposure to these elements.
I have seen some really nice brown Skypoles right out of the box that were fine after storage for 20 years.
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2003 4:20 pm
by Cpvault
These particular Carbons were in Palm Springs desert heat for a year. No tube. What do you think?
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2003 4:30 pm
by Bruce Caldwell
wow I would ask Pacer as that might be worth having them tested>
Direct sun
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2003 4:38 pm
by Decamouse
Bruce is right - if they sat in the drect sunlight - day in day out depending which way they laid - they could take a little set - if you rub your hands real hard over the exposed glass - if you get residue - then there may be some UV degradation - if the tape on the body of the pole is in real good shape - chances are you don't have a problem
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2003 5:54 pm
by Cpvault
Thanks Guys!!!