Canopy/Awning advice please

I disagree, the canopy is our MOST used accessory, not so much for the Sun but as  Rain protection,  well strapped down and tilted to allow water to run off. It is perfect for feeding the dog under, whatever the weather, also to towel her off so we dont get a wet dog straight into the van.

Wouldnt now have a van without one. Oh yes, they are handy if the Sun does suddenly decide to shine as well.

I agree Canopy is a must... Had 3 motor homes with one on but when we purchased our last one 2017 decided against the expense....Big mistake...only travel in Great Britain but this year cant say how many times we said..Big mistake...Going in next week to have one fitted while its habitation takes place.

Go for it and then your ready to enjoy the summer of 2019.

Personally I love my Fiamma (other are just as good) and use it on almost every site. I went the whole hog and got sides & front too, they've been used once! I consider them a complete waste of money, but the basic canopy I would not be without, particularly if going over the channel. I have the luxury of a heavy chassis Rapido so weight is realistically no issue.

I wouldn't be without, we don't always wind it out all the way, even less than a metre forms that little bit of shelter when it's drizzly. We will wind out fully and cook outside in the rain when needed. Can in these instances be used with out legs although watch on some where door can foul the canopy. We have learnt to travel as light as possible having been pulled over by the police and escorted to the weighbridge. We were very lucky but it was a wake up and a very useful experience after the event of course!

Also taking of winding all the way out, be careful not to wind out all the way as this can cause issues when winding back in. The advice given to us was don't go beyond the patterning on the 'roof' material. You can, but care is needed, on a couple of occasions I've  spent some time helping a fellow MHers who had gone past the point of 'no' return.

Sorry, just reiterate that you can leave legs up when extended less than a metre. Don't try when 'fully' extended!

Also, we always wind in at night as even that doldrum day can change very quickly and it's a real pain when tucked up in bed with the clattering keeping you awake and the thought of the thing going over the roof. Not mine, but I've seen one do this and the damage was not limited to the awning itself! 

Each to their own mind of course, but peace of mind matters for us!