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Subject:Re: Awning advice
From:Dan N
Date:Mon, 25 May 2015 10:25:19 -0700

fyi... I have seen some awnings broken by light/moderate winds Fiamma and
ARB and yes it was scary because the owner of the van can't retract it to
drive...

so I would suggest to think hard before getting one...

I have now an ARB 2000 siting in the garage collecting dust. I prefer light
weight stand alone awning not bolted to the van for these reasons:

- we can move the awning where we want it according to the direction of the
sun
- affordable price and easy to cary and versatile - we can use at home or
for camping  - no bracket, no holes to drill

here an example of similar product we use...

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trail-9-x-9-Slant-Leg-Express-Canopy-Gazebo/22402171