Need awning recommendations

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My truck has a large lumber rack over my camper shell. I want a shade awning of some type. Initially I thought of as big an ARB awning as I can put on there, but discovered the 270 degree and wing models here. Here is what I have found.

ARB Plain square awnings

Rhino same as OZ Tents
Basic 270 degree with a need for pole support $599 at e-Trailer


DARCHE USA Distributor
Grasshopper trading co
1712 Pioneer Ave suite 1867
Cheyenne Wy 82001
855 875 7755

Ostritch Wing / 30-Second Awning
https://www.ruggedbound.com/collections/frontpage/products/ostrich-wing-awning
$1480


Any other awnings I should consider? I like the Rhino Batwing but would be willing to spend more for a model that has a better selection of walls, screens and tents to chose from.

 

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Here is my truck.

 

[rayra]

With a rack like that an awning setup that you can quickly clamp and unclamp from that rack would be real handy. But you'll want to use some sort of non-standard bolt / screw head to make theft difficult.

whole subforum for rooftop tents and awnings, lots of reviews and picture threads.
https://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/forums/roof-top-tents-and-awnings.138/


I'm too broke / cheap for name-brand stuff, so I sewed my own. Made my own adjustable poles, too About $150 total.

eta I've been thinking about making a batwing too, be real easy with fiberglass rods or even 1/2"dia EMT. This lightweight ripstop nylon or silnylon weighs almost nothing. www.ripstopbytheroll.com
Nice part of a batwing now that I have a rooftop solar setup is that I can open the awning and not block the panel.

Silnylon vehicle awning ideas for a lightweight compact flexible design

Just recently purchased my project Suburban, spend much of my leisure time in the deserts and mountains of the Southwest. Shade is Good. And by the time I found a used K1500 Suburban that fit all my criteria, it turned out to be black. So shade is REALLY good. For some time I've been doodling...

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Fabricating Tent / Awning poles from EMT Conduit, A How To

So last night and today I built a new set of tent / awning poles, using EMT metal conduit. I'd previously made a set out of PVC - http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/135824-Silnylon-vehicle-awning-ideas-for-a-lightweight-compact-flexible-design?p=1864380#post1864380 and while those...

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[Rovertrader]

The Ostrich is pricey but very nice- saw one a month ago at a Rover event. Super windy and it remained solid- nice fabric as well!!

 

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The Ostrich is pricey but very nice- saw one a month ago at a Rover event. Super windy and it remained solid- nice fabric as well!!

Thanks guys for the info. I just added up the Ostrich with side walls and LED lights: $2400 but shipping is free.

Until I see the full package I really like i am tempted by the Rhino Batwing then make my own walls to a higher quality than Rhino offers with windows and doors. What i like about the 270 awnings is they all set up in 3 minutes or under which is way faster than my friend can set up her ARB. Even if I diy something, I think I would go with Cabelas adjustable poles. At that price I am not sure it is worth DIYing them.

https://www.cabelas.com/product/Cab...7ejVfg7CB7YuLg6yGVBoCwl8QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

 

[Mighty Dodge Ram]

I also bought a Rhino Batwing from ETrailer last year. First trip out on the Mojave Trail, a sudden 30-second 40mph+ gust of wind origamied it before I could fully stake it down. ?‍♂️ Calm to dust devil in an instant. Snapped two of the Delrin hinge pieces without any replacement parts on hand. Lesson learned, I now carry spares. The parts are designed as a sacrificial part so that the poles don’t break. Very easy to perform a field repair.

Short story made long...I like the awning. Super simple set-up and takedown. But it is not designed to be a “freestanding” solution. You MUST deploy the poles and stake it down. The new 2019 Summer Issue of OJ has a test of 270* awnings and the Batwing took the “Value Award”. I agree with their description of the awning’s pros & cons. Good luck.

 

[1leglance]

I love my Darche and use it with the walls at least once a month. I deploys quick and packs almost as quick.
For the price I am very very happy

 

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Right now I am waiting for these to arrive in the U.S. I have been told they are on the boat now.

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I like the extra wing to cover further forward. I also like the look of the side walls. If the Rhino Batwing had better wall options I would consider it.

 

[Regcabguy]

Nice until the wind howls. The ARB might stand a chance.

 

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Nice until the wind howls. The ARB might stand a chance.

I don't think any of them stand a chance when the wind is howling unless they are staked out. Are you saying that an ARB would outlast some of these $1000 + awnings in a storm?

 

[1leglance]

Right now I am waiting for these to arrive in the U.S. I have been told they are on the boat now.

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I like the extra wing to cover further forward. I also like the look of the side walls. If the Rhino Batwing had better wall options I would consider it.

That is pretty much how my Darche is with arms going forward and around the back....amazing amount of shade

 

[Ducky's Dad]

I have an EZ-Awn Bat270 on my truck, and like it. Biggest advantage for me is that it is quick to deploy and to store. I spend a lot of time in the desert and prefer something that is quick for short duration use.

I wanted a Hannibal but there were none in North America when I looked around. I think there is still one with wall for sale on here on ExPo, located around San Diego. Not a 270 but appears to be a stout unit.

 

[Ryan Barnes]

Alu-cab Shadow-Awn 270 if you don't want to worry about wind gusts. It's stout.