and now for something completely different - an inflatable awning

[BroncoHauler]

Came across this today. No affiliation.

Herb

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https://www.daylodge.com/products/da...aven-30-awning

DAYLODGE awnings are portable vehicle canopies designed for shade and shelter. The awning inflates and connects to a vehicle.

With a standard high volume inflation pump, quickly inflate and setup. When not in use, the awning deflates and stows in a bag.

Lightweight and packable (6lbs with bag and attachments)
No poles, rods, mechanical devices, fixed mounting hardware, ground support or installation required
Inflates with standard high volume air pumps commonly used to inflate SUP boards, kitesurfing, wingsurfing and rafts
Proven in the wind
Nothing to break
Versatile
Setup on aftermarket roof racks and other topside anchor points(Aluminuss, Vantech, Thule, Yakima, etc).

Setup on SUV and CUV factory racks.

Setup on vehicle passenger and slider doors.

Setup using aftermarket suction, magnetic or adhesive anchors.

Vehicle slider and hinged door attachments included.

Universal attachment accessories included for top anchor point setups including racks, etc.

Air pump sold separately

[larrie]

That’s an interesting concept.

[daveb]

I do wish I could find an awning that size that operates like my Fiamma. The inflatable idea is interesting but I can deploy my Fiamma by myself in less than 30 seconds with basically no effort. That thing looks like a bit of work to set up but the size is perfect.


I need an awning for the back of my cargo trailer (68") but everything I've found is too large width wise. The smaller roll up by hand models are more difficult to deploy than just putting up my camping canopy.

[JWA]

Originally Posted by daveb

I do wish I could find an awning that size that operates like my Fiamma. The inflatable idea is interesting but I can deploy my Fiamma by myself in less than 30 seconds with basically no effort. That thing looks like a bit of work to set up but the size is perfect.

Pretty much from when I started using a van for my work truck I've wanted the same thing---something massively easy to deploy, permanently attached to my fiberglass raised roof, pretty much this exact size.

I wonder if this Daylodge thingy couldn't be inflated with the engine exhaust?

[86Scotty]

$700?

Lol

[daveb]

Originally Posted by 86Scotty

$700?

Lol

Yeah I almost fell off my chair when I saw that.

[Twoxentrix]

It's probably just me, but no way I would attach a blow-up 'anything' to my van. IMO it would be like choosing to pair a nice suit with casual loafers...no doubt driven by vanity, just not an impression I'd be proud of.

[saline]

I picture my campfire melting holes in this.

[Twoxentrix]

Originally Posted by daveb

I do wish I could find an awning that size that operates like my Fiamma. The inflatable idea is interesting but I can deploy my Fiamma by myself in less than 30 seconds with basically no effort. That thing looks like a bit of work to set up but the size is perfect.

I need an awning for the back of my cargo trailer (68") but everything I've found is too large width wise. The smaller roll up by hand models are more difficult to deploy than just putting up my camping canopy.

I looked at putting one on the rear also, but haven't found a viable mounting method with the pop-top. These are the ones I considered - may be of interest:

https://www.amazon.com/Tuff-Stuff-4-...1DYM8XJU&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075L4YDG3...NsaWNrPXRydWU=

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GVN2GTK...xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08ZS3Y1X7...xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

[daveb]

The problem with my trailer is the height. I need something I can crank out cause I can't reach high enough to deploy the zippered type awnings very easily.