We searched high and low for bistro light poles and these ones were the ones we chose over and over again after tons of research. These have withstood 40mph winds so far. I have no concerns and what’s really cool and I didn’t realize until we purchased and put up, is that there’s actually 3 sections in each pole so you can actually disconnect if you anticipate a bad storm coming. My husband actually takes it down before we anticipate any bad lighting. Really looks so cool and such a quality product!