Farm Camp wrote:
I've seen a few fellow campers lose their awnings too I have to admit. .
Once I found myself out at 4AM quickly unhooking the straps and pulling it in when a really nasty thunderstorm rolled in. The rest fo the time it's just been there doing it's job. I might loose it someday. It might wear out too.
Guess I'm lucky so far, but, I've noticed while out camping that many or maybe most of my neighbors seem to use a similar strategy of using their awnings for their intended purpose, tying them down if they feel the need, and pulling them in if wind gets really bad...
I'm not trying to do a 4:00 AM scramble. I'm also not relying on luck or good fortune. I push the button and go to bed without contemplating the scramble drill or rolling the dice. BTDT.
Yes I've strapped,tilted staked and rode out a few storms but now I see no need for any of that.
I just push the button as required and all awning worries are solved in 15 seconds.
