Inflatable awnings

armourer replied on 17/02/2017 23:25

Posted on 17/02/2017 23:25

looking at buying a blow up awning 

whats good ones ?

whats the bad points and good points to look for when buying on?

Rod235 replied on 26/02/2017 16:20

Posted on 26/02/2017 16:20

Another reason we purchased the Bradcot aspire no need to use all those ugly guy lines as so many other makes use. there is only 3 on the 260 to be used in extreme conditions but never had to use them in the 12 weeks we were away last season. And me being a clumsy so and so no tripping over lol. 

tadhatter replied on 27/02/2017 13:30

Posted on 27/02/2017 13:30

This is an interesting discussion as we are considering getting an inflatable awning too. From my research thus far it appears that the Kampa brand appear to meet our requirements the best as they seem very thorough in their attention to detail as well as being lightweight but high quality. The Vango ones seem a bit of a faff as they appear to have additional support beams that need separate inflation and the Sunncamp brand appear to be a lower quality. 

I've not researched any Bradcot's yet though but most of my local dealers and accessory shops seem to be Kampa stockists. 

Catsize replied on 27/02/2017 22:16

Posted on 27/02/2017 22:16

Do not get an Outdoor Revolution one. Ours was dangerous and kept deflating. We could not get out of the caravan door it deflated so much. Took several battling months to get a refund - but that was probably Glossop Caravans' fault. Another firm to avoid at all costs.

PrestonDave replied on 01/03/2017 21:11

Posted on 01/03/2017 21:11

The only problem with makes like Kampa with a single inflation point is if you get a puncture all the system deflates but the Vango with multiple inflation points and sections only the punctured one deflates and the roof beams can always be left inflated.  

richardandros replied on 02/03/2017 08:00

Posted on 01/03/2017 21:11 by PrestonDave

The only problem with makes like Kampa with a single inflation point is if you get a puncture all the system deflates but the Vango with multiple inflation points and sections only the punctured one deflates and the roof beams can always be left inflated.  

Posted on 02/03/2017 08:00

Not quite true.  The Kampa has isolation valves on every section, so if there is a problem, each can be shut off until the faulty section is identified and repaired if necessary.

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