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PostPosted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 11:35 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

WestiCoast wrote:
.... My canopy is this one. It is Weighs less than ten pounds. It is nice because it comes with a side wall. ....


.... but not the girl? Wink

Thanks for the weight spec. Didn't easily see it on their webpage. I imagine the 10' square doesn't weigh *that* much more.
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 11:37 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Vanagon Nut wrote:
Thanks people. I may end up getting something like this:

http://www.quikshade.com/products/187-st100-blue.html

but the Wallyworld awning looks great for the price.

Neil.


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I have a 10' EZ-Up, similar to what you've pictured. While I love it with the privacy and/or screen enclosures I added to it, I hate the room it takes up. While traveling I store it on the floor in front of the back seat.
Pro's: Easy to set up, stays set up while I'm out of camp, usually doesn't need to be staked.
Cons: Storage when not in use.

In a never ending quest to reduce my packed footprint I'm leaning towards trying one of these lightweight canopies.
Pro's: Stores very small
Con's: Flimsy, needs stakes, what do I do when we are out of camp?

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As I see it, the major advantage is I could carry the little guy with me all the time.
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 12:56 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

^^full time portable rocks... Shade, never leave home without it!
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 1:49 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

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^^full time portable rocks... Shade, never leave home without it!


True! And as WestiCoast said, there are uses for both. Why not have both.
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 2:04 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

shadetreetim wrote:
As I see it, the major advantage is I could carry the little guy with me all the time.

My little guy is always ready to deploy!

I stow my $24 awning behind the rear seat along with the folding camping chairs, extra Coleman poles, and Mexican blanket.

Toss in some beers, etc into the frig and we are good to go bug out right away.

Beach is just a quick drive then.

Do that a lot.

I am a little underwhelmed by my Bus Depot awning cause it has so many bits and is sort of bulky.

I have never bothered with the canopy I have as it is too darn big....

I am keeping an eye out for an awning in a metal box, though but I refuse to the huge price the seem.
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 2:36 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I've watching this thread for a bit looking for an awning that's a little more affordable. Decided to go with a Texport 10' x 10' with uv protection.

http://www.outdoorpros.com/Prod/Texsport-02903-10-...4/Cat/1549

$50 with shipping, will update when I receive it.
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 2:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

So, many, options. Can't, decide. Brain, not .....

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PostPosted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 4:27 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I have the full BusDepot awning and three sides to make the whole tent. It's very nice, stores under the bench seats but is not the easiest thing to get up and down. 5 in the family camping and it takes us all to get it up. We've used it enough to be able to get it up and down in under 10 minutes, but it's kind of a pain. At this point, I'd rather have something simpler. I dream on an awning that sticks to the Westy and just pulls out from it, like the big motor homes have. And then the three sides tucked under the seat if they're needed.

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PostPosted: Fri Jun 13, 2014 12:10 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Just so you know, they now have a new version of this canopy. Its available back at Kmart

http://www.kmart.com/northwest-territory-9'x9'-dining-canopy/p-089W005648077001P?prdNo=21&blockNo=21&blockType=G21
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PostPosted: Fri Jun 13, 2014 2:06 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

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Just so you know, they now have a new version of this canopy. Its available back at Kmart

http://www.kmart.com/northwest-territory-9'x9'-dining-canopy/p-089W005648077001P?prdNo=21&blockNo=21&blockType=G21


Black... why add heat to the equation, enough is captured in the domed portion.

Love mine that I bought last year...

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PostPosted: Fri Jun 13, 2014 2:21 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Looks yellow and blue to me?
Back at kmart not in black at kmart. Wink
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PostPosted: Fri Jun 13, 2014 3:20 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

TequilaSunSet wrote:
Backn86 wrote:
Just so you know, they now have a new version of this canopy. Its available back at Kmart

http://www.kmart.com/northwest-territory-9'x9'-dining-canopy/p-089W005648077001P?prdNo=21&blockNo=21&blockType=G21


Black... why add heat to the equation, enough is captured in the domed portion.

Love mine that I bought last year...

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Your's is different. Notice the corners. the "flap" corners on the kmart ones are a PITA since the canopy does not stay taught if not stretched on the uprights ( i have one I dont; use.). I like yours better. Info?
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PostPosted: Fri Jun 13, 2014 3:58 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Curious if anyone has considered making a small hard case for an awning like this and mounting it to the van like a regular awning?

Basically you could anchor one corner of the awning inside the case, put the poles inside, then just deploy as needed.

Would have to come up with the right case. But it wouldn't be much different than having an expensive awning mounted all the time and would save the storage space inside.


Something like a "fishing pole case"?

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PostPosted: Fri Jun 13, 2014 4:09 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

That case in a 12" by 20feet used to hold ultra-lit air craft.- sounds like -PVC and 2 end caps bolted to the roof rack or across the bumper would be perfect.
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PostPosted: Fri Jun 13, 2014 4:50 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

vanis13 wrote:
Your's is different. Notice the corners. the "flap" corners on the kmart ones are a PITA since the canopy does not stay taught if not stretched on the uprights ( i have one I dont; use.). I like yours better. Info?



Ummm... mine is the Kmart version Laughing
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PostPosted: Fri Jun 13, 2014 5:46 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Just finished my DIY awning. PVC tube cut in half, hinges, clasps, end caps, poles, homemade brackets, and a little paint to match my camper. Poles roll up in the tarp to travel. All under $50.
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Off to the State Park.
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PostPosted: Sat Jun 14, 2014 7:48 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

FWIW. Instead of running out guy lines, I use 10# dumbbell plates. I slide them on the poles then use the existing strings to hold them up off the ground a little. Seems to work pretty well. Unless you're in some strong winds then you'll have an awning and some 10# projectiles flying around Laughing
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PostPosted: Sat Jun 14, 2014 9:02 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I like the weight thing. Often we use water jugs/buckets for that weight and they collapse/light in the bus. Nice for transporting extra water too Wink
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PostPosted: Sat Jun 14, 2014 9:42 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

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Just finished my DIY awning...
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That's some slick work right there...right down to the custom hardware.
Are you a professional fabricator by trade? Sweet!

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PostPosted: Sun Jun 15, 2014 5:47 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Just went to Kmart today and bought mine. I had to cut off the front legs so it would fit in the drip rail of my bus, but other than that works fine. Not the best quality, but for $29.99 well worth it.

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