Awning alternatives...

[Kelly]

Besides being expensive, and adding more weight up top, sometimes "next to the rig" is not the best place (view) to hang out. I'm thinking about alternatives to the typical vehicle awning (a place to get out of the sun, and rain).

What do you think of this?...



The dark panel is removable, or you can purchase a second, to have one on each side.
The foot print is 10'x10'. Peak height is 75". Weight is 7 pounds. Packs down to 6"x26".

In addition to having it freestanding, I may also be able to attach two legs to my back bumper, and have it extend out over my rear hatch, similar to this contraption...

 

[Joey83]

That's a good option @Reconnoiter

I'd like an awning on my car at some point, but that's not really an option as the roofrails are too short at just over 2 feet..

 

[DaveD]

I've been seriously looking at the Slumberjack Roadhouse awning/tarp set up. They sell out quickly. It's currently not on their website.

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[Kelly]

I've been seriously looking at the Slumberjack awning/tarp set up. They sell out quickly. It's currently not on their website.

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Those are cool!

 

[1derer]

I've been seriously looking at the Slumberjack Roadhouse awning/tarp set up. They sell out quickly. It's currently not on their website.

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Wow thanks for the heads up this looks great and not bad for the cost, found them for sale here:
http://www.sportsmanswarehouse.com/sportsmans/Slumberjack-Roadhouse-Tarp/productDetail/Tarps-Rope-and-Tie-Downs/prod99999051718/cat100936

 

[CDN Offroader]

Not sure what the bug situation is there, but I would personally want one with a bug net.

 

[Tim]

Not tried any of those suggested here but can recommend the Front Runner Modular Awning. We've been using ours for a few years now. It can be both attached to the vehicle or free standing.

When it's not in use it lives in the bag.


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[Kelly]

Took delivery today. I like it! Ordered the second side panel (will be here tomorrow). I like that it can be set up anywhere in camp, and easily moved. My favorite part: The wind can take it away without damaging my rig/roof rack, or killing anyone :-)





UPDATE: My neighbor just walked by and said "I'll lend you some money, if you'd like to go ahead and get the rest of that tent" :-)

 

[tbisaacs]

I've been experimenting with a 12' Kelty Noah's Tarp and 2 kelty poles:

I think if I completely collapse the poles and tie it more securely to the truck I can make it more taught (and less likely to pool water)


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