https://sierramadreresearch.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/4467781487515-Regarding-with-the-Ninox-fly-In-a-hard-rain-is-it-best-to-pull-the-poles-batten-down-the-sides-

https://sierramadreresearch.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/4467781487515-Regarding-with-the-Ninox-fly-In-a-hard-rain-is-it-best-to-pull-the-poles-batten-down-the-sides-

Yes, pull the Pole Kit off during hard rains, pull the sides down a little steeper, and close the doors.