T25 awning

[lodgey62]

Which awning would you folks recommend for our t25 pop top auto sleeper?

[evilnoodle]

Where to start with that one?

How big do you need it to be?
What will you use it for? Sitting? Sleeping? Both?
Do you need it to be enclosed, or would open do?
Will you want "drive-away"?
Have you any fixings on your van? Will you put fixings on your van, or will it attach via pole and clamps to the gutter?

Actually, if you answer all those yourself you may not need us

There are so many options, but the above questions will narrow things down a bit

[lodgey62]

Right Jane,needs to be about 2m x 3m, driveway type,sewn in groundsheet,sleeping and sitting and would welcome any advice on how to fix to our van,any preferences on brands?

[T3luestar]

http://www.khyam.co.uk/detail.asp?p=740 ... %20Classic" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Thank me later.

[jrt]

http://forum.club8090.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=22&t=136930" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
David

[evilnoodle]

http://www.khyam.co.uk/detail.asp?p=740 ... %20Classic

Thank me later.

Aye....this is possibly the king of the awnings. Is quite expensive but very easy to put up. There are cheaper options, but without the easy up system.

Pole and clamp system is probably the simplest way of attaching to the van (easier and more solid attachment that the figure 8 way), and no permanent changes needed. I can't copy a pic on my iPad, sorry.

[dumbo]

have a look at the post inflatable awnings ive got vango sapera one their the best but loads of money have fun

[lodgey62]

I could live in that Khyam,it's bigger than my house.

[PetenAli]

We'd go with the Khyam Motordome every time. Easy to put up / take down. Strong and flexible - you can put a sleeping tent and groundsheet in it. Packed up it doesn't take too much space. It adds a whole new dimension to your camper experience - especially if you are parked up for a few days.



In the summer we use a Bus Shelter - see here http://www.the-bus-shelter.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Its flexible and inexpensive compared to Fiamma and similar. Also easy to put up and take down.

[T3luestar]

I can't copy a pic on my iPad, sorry.

I can.............

[evilnoodle]

Good stuff. Thank you

[eiret25]

I have the Khyam Motordome Tourer and for two adults it's perfect. I have a tin top and the awning really adds to the experience. I just wish I had it for June just gone in France. Here she is

[a1winchester]

You need to consider an often overlooked part of the awning - the ground sheet.

Some have sewn in (integral) ground sheets and some none. - Or sewn in in the inner tent only.

I prefer not to have a ground sheet and put down one of those breathable mat types. They are easy to take out, shake the old leaves and mud off, then return, and they let any water out if there are spillages or soggy dogs etc.

Some campsites don't allow sewn in G/Ss, so beware of that. - It kills the grass if in position for more than a day or two.

Having said all that, we upgraded to a pneumatic awning this summer as it's so quick and easy - but it's got a sewn in groundsheet

[eiret25]

You need to consider an often overlooked part of the awning - the ground sheet.

On the Khyam Tourer, there is no groundsheet included in the purchase price, you must but it separately. I bought it and looking back, I wish I hadnt. It was over priced for what it was and it did not feel right under foot. I use a couple of old German Heer zeltbhans instead.

[v6lowrider]

Hi

I have been looking into buying a awning but it's a bit of an minefield, old & new models for the new year coming soon.

Other then other posts what do you have or using

Cheers