custom awning

[Apexdisco]

Has anyone tried their hand at making a custom awning for camping trips, tail-gating, etc?

Seems like it wouldn't be too hard or expensive to do. Or course, I haven't priced one either.

Anyone have some pictures of what there using? Who make them?

 

[Pugsly]

I'm in the same boat as you - I've thought about it but haven't acted.

For now, I just use a tarp, a bunch of bungie cords, and two of those cheap aluminum extension poles you get at Wal-Mart.

 

[bri]

I do the same as pugsly. However, I really would like the Hannibal setup. The best (IMHO).

 

[Devin W]

I have one of the Hannibal awnings and it's first rate. I opted to buy it after I purchased a Hannibal tent and was pleased with the design and quality. Of course the price reflects the quality, but I can easily set the awning up and break it down by myself within a couple of minutes. I've used it in windy and rainy conditions (although I think it's primarily designed as a sun shade) and it's held up well. I also like that there are no forward supports that go to the ground, so you're not running into them.

The design is not that complicated, so I imagine a person with some fabrication skill could make something similar. Unfortunately, I'm not that person nor do I have those tools...

 

[Apexdisco]

I have one of the Hannibal awnings and it's first rate. I opted to buy it after I purchased a Hannibal tent and was pleased with the design and quality. Of course the price reflects the quality, but I can easily set the awning up and break it down by myself within a couple of minutes. I've used it in windy and rainy conditions (although I think it's primarily designed as a sun shade) and it's held up well. I also like that there are no forward supports that go to the ground, so you're not running into them.

The design is not that complicated, so I imagine a person with some fabrication skill could make something similar. Unfortunately, I'm not that person nor do I have those tools...

Devin,

Post up some pictures and I'll see what I can do.

 

[Ronan]

I bought a guide tarp from MEC. 4 small ties fitted to the Safari rack with one extra one on the back of my Hannibal tent. I use biners to attach to the ties on one end of the tarp and extension poles on the other. 9' x 12' tarp. Provides good shelter from rain and sun. Also allows for shelter behind the truck as it extends to the back of the tent when open.

Jason
ROXS 47

 

[D90DC]

I want to install this next summer, Its costly about 300.. Maybee ill find a used one on eBay

 

[Alyssa]

I always wanted one of those. It would be so great for events. I tried to make one for Lucas, with no luck. Of course, I didn't try all that hard. I think the hannibal one is great. Now it doesn't make much sense for me any more-- I actually have no roof racks at all now! How sad is that??

 

[Random]

Just wondering, anyone thought of just using an Ez-up? They setup in about 1 minute with 2 people or about 2-3 minutes single. And you can have it on either side of the vehicle or front/rear. I've used mine to keep rain off me while working on the engine (damn Lucas Electrical system), and used it as a "tailgate" sunshade.

Don't get me wrong, the Awnings have their appeal, but for about $100, a 12'x12' ez-up gives ya more coverage for less $$$.

 

[D90DC]

Just wondering, anyone thought of just using an Ez-up? They setup in about 1 minute with 2 people or about 2-3 minutes single. And you can have it on either side of the vehicle or front/rear. I've used mine to keep rain off me while working on the engine (damn Lucas Electrical system), and used it as a "tailgate" sunshade.

Don't get me wrong, the Awnings have their appeal, but for about $100, a 12'x12' ez-up gives ya more coverage for less $$$.

IMO a rack mounted awning to be great for remote camping and tail gating... for me cargo space is at a premium not much room in my D90 even with the roof rack to carry the EZ i have left over from my RV Days? 300$ is a streach I'm trying to find a like new one off a VW Camper, Hopefully with out the rainbows or peace signs... eBay here I come...

 

[Alyssa]

Yep, because of cargo space/roof rack space. That's why.

 

[DiscoveryXD]

Ok, bringing back this old thread from days ago. I'm tired of doing stuff like this (see pic) in the 100+ degree heat. Has anyone developed a SIMPLE and light weight awning for an SD rack? Most of my time is out in open desert with no trees for shelter or shade.

 

[benlittle]

I think I'm going to build one using an integral designs tarp.

They are super light and compact.

 

[jimjet]

http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&_trksid=m37&satitle=7+ft+awning&category0=

 

[jimjet]

http://www.rvawningsonline.com/

some expensive
some not so.

Ive been wanting to do the same for a while .

on my 98 i had a green tarp with poles , worked ok

 

[benlittle]

I think I'm going to get 4 of these... For all 4 doors.

 

[UK 4X4]

http://www.hennessyhammock.com/sp-soldiers.html#SURVIVOR

I use a rain fly sheet from my hammock....light weight hex in shape and large enough too.

as used in venezuela....Bolivia-Peru-Brazil.....and down the amazon from Bolivia to Manaus....

The extra corners help with un co-operative tree's

 

[DiscoveryXD]

I think I'm going to build one using an integral designs tarp.

They are super light and compact.

well get building ben! I'm goin on a trip next week!

haha

 

[DiscoS2]

Here's a link for the Add-Awn on closeout from the US RK motorcycle chain distributor. Looks pretty good for $99:
http://www.ftmbiz.com/add-awn_suvs.html

 

[Bannon88]

Kelty makes a tafeta shelter called the Noah's tarp.

http://www.backcountryedge.com/products/kelty/noahs_tarp_9.aspx?Affiliate=30

Comes in three sizes 9x9, 12x12, or 16x16. Using Kelty tent poles you can move it around the vehicle as the sun moves. I have used the 9x9 and connected one corner to a mount on the roof rack and just moved the other poles when the sun crossed overhead in the late afternoon.