Awning recommendation (for idiot)

[skipdup]

Can anyone recommend an awning? We're a family of 5. I'd like an awning that's super easy & quick to deploy. Probably not so much for camping (we sleep in the RV)... but for days at the beach or river, and especially for day trips when trail riding when we stop for a quick lunch.

This is all new to me. So have no idea how big, what style, what manufacturer to consider, etc. Trying not to make costly mistake.

Thanks!!
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[ChuckQue]

Lots of factors to consider. What’s your budget? Do you have a roof rack already? You’ll need one for an awning. Do you want just a rectangular, travel trailer style one or one of the batwing style ones that wrap around to the rear too?

You’ll get a ton of options thrown at you. Best to isolate those above things then look at the ones that fit those parameters. Overland Vehicle Systems seems to be highly rated, and I’ve seen good things about Ironman. I have no personal experience with awnings, yet.

For easy to deploy, based on videos I’ve watched, I’m assuming others with more experience will recommend the freestanding/self supported types that don’t need the drop down legs.

 

[John VonJeep]

If you can afford it, a self-supported 270-degree awning will be best. I’m not a fan of cheap awnings where they only go in one direction and require support legs. You’re constantly futzing with the legs and constantly moving to stay in the shade.

 

[skipdup]

Thanks guys!
About to order a rhino rack pioneer platform.
Budget - I don't really wanna, but I'm willing to spend for the right one.
I've been looking at self supported 270 thinking that was the right way to go. Just didn't mention because I didn't want to poison the well.

 

[ChuckQue]

Thanks guys!
About to order a rhino rack pioneer platform.
Budget - I don't really wanna, but I'm willing to spend for the right one.
I've been looking at self supported 270 thinking that was the right way to go. Just didn't mention because I didn't want to poison the well.

Buy once cry once. I agree with John, if you can afford it get something you won’t be fighting with. That’s our plan when we get ours. I have plenty of other shit that’ll give me problems, I’d rather not add to them ?

 

[Jeepeto]

Thanks guys!
About to order a rhino rack pioneer platform.
Budget - I don't really wanna, but I'm willing to spend for the right one.
I've been looking at self supported 270 thinking that was the right way to go. Just didn't mention because I didn't want to poison the well.

I wasn’t sure how much I would use one but figured it would be super nice for our trip this summer. After drooling for months over some very nice equipment i pulled the trigger on a budget Amazon 270 awning and shower tent from OVS (Overland Vehicle Systems) and I’m really surprised how sturdy it is. Time will tell but I’m confident that if it ever gives out on me I will still feel like I got my moneys worth. It looks to be a copy cat of the RBS Ostrich Wing style.

I did have a small issue with the cover due to shipping and when I called I quickly got ahold of someone who sounded far more California than overseas support, she was quick to ship me a replacement cover without any hassle.

So far so good, it’s only been a couple weeks but for now, I’m happy.

Nomadic 270 LT Awning - Driver... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KY7QF9G?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

 

[skipdup]

@Jeepeto, do you think the LT is big enough for 2 adults and 3 kiddos?

 

[Jeepeto]

@Jeepeto, do you think the LT is big enough for 2 adults and 3 kiddos?

Depends on the situation I suppose. It would be tight if you were cooking in the rain, but if it’s just hanging out I think you’ll be alright as long as you don’t mind being close. Measurements below. It’s about as big as you can fit on the JLU, it runs most of the length of the JLU roofline between the windshield and rear hatch, although I believe they have another version with a hinge on the front that folds out toward the front bumper as well if you feel you need more. I think it’s a tad bit longer to make room for the front hinge.

Link to bigger awning
https://a.co/d/gIqtAFH

 

[GATORB8]

I've got a 23Zero Peregrine 270 waiting to go on our camper, another option to cross-shop. Reviews seemed good when I ordered.
https://23zero.com/product/peregrine-270-us-passenger/

 

[C.Sco]

Depends on the situation I suppose. It would be tight if you were cooking in the rain, but if it’s just hanging out I think you’ll be alright as long as you don’t mind being close. Measurements below. It’s about as big as you can fit on the JLU, it runs most of the length of the JLU roofline between the windshield and rear hatch, although I believe they have another version with a hinge on the front that folds out toward the front bumper as well if you feel you need more. I think it’s a tad bit longer to make room for the front hinge.

Link to bigger awning
https://a.co/d/gIqtAFH

That looks like a fantastic value

 

[skipdup]

roof rack ordered. about to order the 270 LT. thanks all!!

 

[dpike]

i have the 270 LT as well and it's the shizzle.
you'll be happy with it.

 

[Spartan99]

Why not an easy up? Cheaper, can move it around, etc.

 

[Ratbert]

I've got the OVS 270 that @Jeepeto mentioned. It's really nice once set up, but holy crap, it's a bear to put away.

If I was doing it again I would go for something smaller / easier to stash.

Note that if you do many narrow trails it's a pain to constantly be worrying about trashing it into limbs / trees. I've got a gash in the cover now due to one mishap.

 

[Jeepeto]

I've got the OVS 270 that @Jeepeto mentioned. It's really nice once set up, but holy crap, it's a bear to put away.

If I was doing it again I would go for something smaller / easier to stash.

Note that if you do many narrow trails it's a pain to constantly be worrying about trashing it into limbs / trees. I've got a gash in the cover now due to one mishap.

Fold the flap in diagonally before rolling. It puts more of the fabric in the middle and makes it a sinch to zip up

Edit: @Ratbert to add photos. Forgive what the wide angle lens did to my arm ? but fold like this assuming you have the same one i do with the one swing out and not the double.

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