Which Air Awning?

gatewaya89 replied on 17/11/2017 15:14

Posted on 17/11/2017 15:14

Hi All

Looking to purchase an air awning but read different articles about different ones and still none the wiser!

I think it has come down to 3! All are from the Vango range

The first is the Varkala 2 or 3 2017 or 2018 size 390 0r 420 I think? reading all about this one seems to tick all the boxes.

However another contender is the Bremar again good reviews same sizes roughly, looks good and am looking at the 400cm in this range.

Last but not least is the Sonoma II 400 another different look with 2 areas to sit in and overall wider I think than most at 280cm

So that's the 3 on offer! Any users out there of any of these? what do you think of your awning?

await any replies and thanks to all that contribute to discussion.

Oneputt replied on 18/11/2017 08:38

Posted on 18/11/2017 08:38

We have a Kampa Fiesta Pro and its very good, doesn't leak (either air or rain) but it is really heavy.  In fact is so heavy I can no longer thread it onto the awning rail by myself.  Will have to consider something else.

thegibsons replied on 18/11/2017 19:28

Posted on 18/11/2017 19:28

i have the varkala 360 and very pleased, easy to put up, good in windy weather if air pressures are right. a bit heavy going into the rail, a bit of spray silicone in the rail and a rope tied to the end of the webbing makes life easier. go for it they are great

gatewaya89 replied on 19/11/2017 19:19

Posted on 19/11/2017 19:19

Hi All

And thanks for all those comments, Have today brought a Vango Braemar 400 with all the fixtures and fittings can't wait to try it out but will let everyone know how it works out!

Thanks to All

 

Mr H replied on 22/11/2017 10:17

Posted on 22/11/2017 10:17

We have had a Kampa air awning for nearly four years and would not change it for the world. During that time we have experienced many differing weather and siting conditions and have had no problems. Once attached to the caravan we peg out the four corners and this accommodates slopes. When we decided the size to buy we chose one that did not affect the windows or door. With the storm ties (an optional extra) the awning is at least as stable in windy conditions as any pole type as the air tubes are able to flex. One thing we have added is a tie at each end to assist pulling the awning along the caravan's awning rail.Finally, we bought another storage bag so we can separate the pegs, pump, mallet, valance etc., to ease storage and handling.

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