I have been contemplating getting an awning, but I would think any
awning would be problematic if left extended in high winds.

John Rodgers
88 GL Driver

Mike Edwards wrote:
> I have the 10' Sidewinder II by Carefree of Colorado.  I've been told
> it's
> the same manufacturer as Fiama.  It's a good sturdy awning.  The poles
> have
> holes in the feet for tent stakes which really helps stabilize it in high
> winds.  Also, with the top and front poles you can easily attach side
> panels
> if you want to box in for privacy.  Uses brackets to attach to rain
> gutter
> so no permanent mods to the van.  You do have to bend the brackets to
> clear
> the pop top.  It is cumbersome to set up for one person but overall I
> like
> it.
> My neighbor has the Shadyboy.  He loves it for size, weight, simplicity,
> etc. but on his last trip to the beach he came back to find it broken and
> hanging in front of the van because it broke in high winds.
> Mike
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