Outdoor Revolution California Coast Drive Away Awning, Grey, One Size

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Protection from elements: a drive away awning provides extra shelter from the wind, rain, and sun. This is especially useful when you’ve got muddy boots and wet coats. Use the awning to change and hang your gear to help keep the inside of your van clean and help avoid condensation. On hot days, the shade from the awning can protect you and your belongings from the sun’s heat. The Shandika Aarhus awning is made from PU coated polyester with sealed seams and fibreglass poles. A two-person breathable and removable sleeping pod with sewn-in groundsheet and mosquito mesh is included, as is a groundsheet which covers the main living area.

On the other hand, inflatable awnings have fewer parts. There’s no fiddling about extending poles and all the palaver they involve. Inflatable awnings are fully integrated, include an air pump, and most include a lifetime guarantee on the air valves. Well, one drive away awning to consider, would be the Shandika Aarhus freestanding awning. Being a freestanding awning means that the Shandika Aarhus doesn’t need a vehicle to connect to, so it can also be used as a tent. We’re really pleased to have scored Outdoor Revolution California Coast Drive Away Awning so highly, givimg it 8.6 out of 10, making it well above the average for all Awnings. Drive away awnings have benefitted from advancing tent tech. Although they tend to be a little more expensive, price is no longer a significant differential. We think an inflatable awning is the best option for speed and ease of setup. Choosing The Right Size Overall, it is a great product that will make your camping experience more enjoyable. What We LikedThere are however some methods that you can use to determine a product’s quality without needing to physically have it. There’s a small risk you could snag an air beam, but a simple bicycle repair kit will sort that out. Sadly we have to replace our Khyam drive away awning. It’s 13 years old and the flap attaching to the van got ripped in recent storms and though our local tent shop will repair it they have to have it off the poles. Having spent an hour investigating it looks impossible as it would have to slide off at the top and it is impossible to disconnect the four poles at the crest, looks like they were glued into the hinges after the canvas was threaded in. Also it is prob coming to the end of life for the canvas as it also ripped on one of the roof panels, which I could repair with the supplied repair kit. The groundsheet is not attached to the awning, so there are gaps around the sides. This means it’s not as effective in keeping out the weather, draughts, or insects. The Wrap has an impressive 5 doors and 4 windows, so you’re guaranteed flexible access and plenty of daylight.

Don’t be fooled by the ‘XL’ in the name of this awning. It’s actually one of the smaller options on this list. If you want it to be a relaxing space, you can prop open the front door with poles, creating a pleasant canopy to sit under.

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It has an attachment point for a two-berth tent, so you can extend your space even more. That’s really helpful if you need more living or sleeping space. Plus you can invite a couple of friends to attach their tent and share your living area if you’re on holiday together. If so, consider a model that can accommodate modular extension rooms like the California Coast Drive Away Awning. Access To Vents & Hook Up Connections Outdoor Survival, Torches & Lighting, Offers, Adventure Sports, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Gap Y There are several ways you can connect a drive away awning to the side of your motorhome or campervan.

Families grow, and our needs change. That’s just life. Because these drive away awnings are a bit of an investment, it’s worth considering if you might need even more space in the future. Attaching the awning to the vehicle can be done by utilising the built-in awning rail piping. It can also be attached using a magnetic or suction drive away awning kit. If your vehicle is fitted with a wind-out awning with an integral awning rail channel, then this too can be used in conjunction with a suitable drive away awning kit. When buying Awnings, the quality of the product is going to be one of the factors that you really scrutinise before you commit to buying. The material the product is made from is often a sign of the quality for Awnings. Take a look at the product details over at Go Outdoors to get a feel for this.

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The California Coast is designed to keep the rain out. All the awning seams are sealed. The 75 dernier canvas fabric as been tested for waterproofness to a hydro static head of 3000 mm. The groundsheet is sewn in to prevent draughts and insects getting in. Mesh ventilation helps reduce condensation and also keeps insects out. The PE groundsheet is fully sewn in. If you’re looking for extra living space while travelling in your campervan, this drive away awning is a great option to consider.

Drive away awnings come in various shapes and sizes, including heights. For example, awnings designed for campervans are a lot shorter than those for motorhomes. They’re made from the same materials as a tent and set up exactly the same way – usually with poles and pegs. However, like tents, inflatable options that don’t need poles are becoming more popular. It’s designed for low campervans, with an adjustable height between 180cm and 240cm, with a zipped-off front porch and living area. It’s also got attachment loops if you want to add a bedroom annex. Look for an awning that offers flexible living space. Multiple door openings give you more options for setting up at different camps. For example, you may want the door open onto views or away from the wind. Measure from the awning channel to the ground. If you don’t have an awning channel, measure from the top of the door instead. Then look for an awning that’s a similar height. They don’t need to be exact, as most are adjustable within a few centimetres.

With the right equipment, you can sleep comfortably in your drive away awning. First, you’ll need a few basics: an inflatable mattress, sleeping bag, and pillow. Most driveaways attach to the side door of the camper, although some models can attach to the rear door. So that’s one aspect to consider. The other is that once it’s attached, in which direction do you want to exit?