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Portable Awning VS. Permanent Fixed Awning For Overlanding - Why a Moonshade Awning Makes Sense 

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In this video, I'm going to talk about awnings for Overlanding and some of the downsides to the bigger, permanently mounted awnings we've all become used to. Don't get me wrong, I have an OVS 180 awning and I love it. But, there are definitely some downsides to it that the Moonshade I'll show you in this video solves pretty handily.
For example, my 180 awning recently got a hitch in the zipper because I smacked it against a tree and it was unable to be opened. I had to get a new cover, install it, and that whole time, I basically couldn't use the awning.
The Moonshade folds down super small, can be transferred between multiple vehicles, isn't mounted on the vehicle permanently (saving weight and wear and tear), and best of all can be used almost anywhere, even without being attached to your vehicle.
So, check out the full video for all the info on what comes with the Moonshade, how to assemble it, and why it might either be a good addition to your current fixed awning or a good alternative to getting a fixed awning!
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@georgederocher8202
@georgederocher8202 6 дней назад
We have a 17’ Casita trailer pulled by my ‘19 Colorado Z71 CCLB. As there’s no awning on our trailer , this looks like a great multi-purpose idea. Suction cups on trailer , mount to side if back of the camper shell on my truck when soloing (pseudo overlander/ daily ) . Since I’ve moved down from a 3/4 ton , weight and space have become an issue. We’ve been hauling around a 10x10 Canopy, but it’s heavy and bulky. I figure if both you and Matt from Ozark like it, that’s enough endorsement for me. I’ve also found several examples of it being used on a camper . I would think it would be easy enough to work up some sort of PVC/tent pole keg set up as legs for stand alone . Enjoy your channel, listen to the podcasts on my school instrument repair route . Just about the right length for school to school in the San Antonio area.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding 5 дней назад
Love it! And Matt and Cara are great too, :D. Thanks for watching and listening!
@martynevans3315
@martynevans3315 Год назад
I bought the MoonShade to keep a clean, non-poser look on my rig while I drive around town. By total accident, I found another use for it! While at an event that didn't have any awning coverage, I pulled out my MoonShade and clipped it to a tall chainlink fence to create a shaded area for myself and my friends!
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
Nice! That's one of the things that I like about it. I could strap it to a tree if I wanted to and leave it at camp. Good thinking!
@barbshubert9667
@barbshubert9667 6 месяцев назад
Do you have to take this down at night and put back up in the morning? Looking for a portable awning to replace my fixed 6x8 on my teardrop. I need something that can be put up solo. Great video.
@midnightadventureswa
@midnightadventureswa Год назад
Well done it nice to have a no permanent awning that you could put on either side of the vehicle and look like it Very compact and easy to deploy. Thanks for sharing.😊
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
Thanks! There are definitely quite a few use cases where I think this makes more sense than a permanently mounted awning. Personally, I like having both so I've got lots of options!
@joshuaw.hunley4436
@joshuaw.hunley4436 Год назад
Love my moon shade! It lives in my work van when I'm not camping. Use it all the time for quick shade or rain protection. (I'm an electrician) Got a great deal on it last year at Moore!
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
Nice!
@echyadventures
@echyadventures Год назад
I think my BIGGEST train of thought with stuff like this is, how much can I mount to the outside so that I have more space on the inside to bring the family, or more things to enjoy the trip. Probably the only reason why I want to go with everything fixed on the outside, but this is awesome. I’d totally get one if I had interior space for it. Interior space is precious 😂😭
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
Yep, you've definitely got to consider that! I've gone both ways and had tons of stuff inside the truck and out. It's a balancing act for sure. Just depends on your situation, vehicle, and restraints!
@Thergood
@Thergood Год назад
They’re cool. I have a KingCamp version I got from Amazon a few years ago. I think before even Moon came out with theirs. The Moon is definitely higher quality. It’s the same argument between ground tent and RTT. Your paying for the convenience. If your going to spend a lot of time in camp then they’re great options. It just becomes tiresome to setup and takedown day after day on longer trips if you’re not spending a lot of time in camp. I found myself not setting up after a couple days on the road. That is why I’m switching to a more permanent awning. I’m going with FSRs 270. It’s only 37 pounds for a 270. Free standing with no poles. It is very expensive though.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
Yep, definitely pros and cons for every set up and usage. I like my permanently mounted 180 but when I'm going to be somewhere for a while or the weather is bad, it'll be nice to have this to give me some coverage over the tailgate!
@mjenner89
@mjenner89 Год назад
I got a knock off Moon Shade awning for my Jeep to try it out before commiting to the price tage. I love it! It works great. It's only annoying if it's just you to put up when it's pretty windy. It packs up very well too. Will definitely upgrade to the Moon Shade when this one is ready to be replaced.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
I do like the flexibility of it! Glad yours is working for you!
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding 11 месяцев назад
@@oldgrunt5569 Totally get you. There are a bunch of knock off brands, but not sure about the quality of them or how long they'll hold up (or if they have a lifetime warranty like the Moon) but this one looks pretty similar, components wise? amzn.to/44YXzDm
@drewolm
@drewolm 11 месяцев назад
Appreciate the review. I’ve been thinking of a way to attach a tarp(temporarily) to the bed rails of my f250 to put my cot under for overnighters. This might just what I need.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding 11 месяцев назад
They're really nice and the quality is there if you're looking for something that will last for a long time.
@WildcatPhoto
@WildcatPhoto Год назад
Moon is one I looked at. It is very nice quality. I don't know if I'm allowed to mention other brands, but I chose a Kelty Backroads. But my reason was for something that will keep my dog in shade wherever the sun moves and less costly. It has a back door and window. Moon walls would be just as good for that, however. It looks like Moon is easier to keep out of the dirt. The Roadsides can work on the Xterra or my teardrop trailer on the side or the back. I pulled the trailer out to try it, and it works, but have not used on a trip yet. The suction cups may not be good for me, as I live up a gravel road, so my rig is either dusty or muddy, always. So far, my ARB is a nuisance, as it is often windy. The Roadside probably makes a great kite as well. Anyway, I'll soon be trying the Roadside for real. One end goes to the ground, which is also good for privacy. My dog child is a northern breed, and I go to great pains to keep him comfy. If this doesn't work, at least I did not spend a fortune, and can try a Moon next! Unless I get smarter, the Roadside needs a lot of room to get set up.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
Haha, you can mention whatever you want!! I've had a bunch of Kelty stuff and I really like it as well. This product is cool in its own way and you can get magnetic mounts or even just use existing stuff (like your roof rack) to then tie it to. There are tons of options and this is just one, but I will say I'm a fan of the company and the quality of the product is pretty great!
@WildcatPhoto
@WildcatPhoto Год назад
Luckily, on the Kelty they give very long straps to fasten down to wheels, which I doubt I would, but they can go across to roof racks or roof basket. That's good to know that one doesn't need suction cups for the Moon. I was all set to try the Backroads on the last trip, but had so much shade on the coast, I did not need the awning.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
@@WildcatPhoto That's one of the benefits of those portable style awnings. If you don't need them, no extra wind drag, wear and tear, or even having to deploy it if you don't want to!
@pjposterman2445
@pjposterman2445 8 месяцев назад
Where did you learn how to Gab . I walked away from your video and 7 min's later I see you picking up a the first awning part. HOLY CRAP !!!!.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding 8 месяцев назад
Impressive, I know. Cool thing is, no one’s forcing you to watch and it cost you $0! RU-vid’s pretty great for giving people options.
@OverlandPNW
@OverlandPNW Год назад
I like the moonshade concept. The reason I do not have an awning is that I do not want to add even 1 more pound to the top of my vehicle.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
Weight is something that a lot of us don't even think about, but it literally changes everything about gas mileage, braking, offroading, etc.
@Sergiop4x
@Sergiop4x Год назад
This is a tough one. Portability and some weight savings are nice. But the price and the set up are just too much for personally. I still use my side mounted 6.5 awning. maybe ill add some quick release brackets to the side and rear of the truck.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
Yeah, it's definitely got it's pros and cons. My 180 isn't going anywhere, but sometimes, when I'm going to be in one place for a while or want to move my awning to a different spot or vehicle, I'll definitely be pulling out the Moonshade to make that happen.
@louisperich6678
@louisperich6678 Месяц назад
Agreed on the cons. At $395 for something half as complex as a full-on tent it’s 2x more expensive than it should be. Plus the setup is extensive. Someone needs to develop a “hub-style” awning with integrated poles that you just unfolds. Until then I will stick with just a tarp and a pair of Green Elephant awning poles.
@dickvankoughnett2331
@dickvankoughnett2331 Год назад
Well the benefits would be in gas saving and wind noise compared to my ARB . I notice your Xtrusion rack is put together differently then mine or most others I have seen . What is the reason for placing the two top main bars sitting on top like that ? Also I am sure you are watching the wild fires in Northern Ontario and Quebec , I live on the Canadian side of the border across from Buffalo NY .And are air quality is being affected by the smoke . Take care
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
Good point. Yeah, the rack isn't like that anymore, haha. I had a couple of extra bars I guess and since I didn't know what to do with them, I put them up there to space out my RTT that's coming, but after talking to the guys at Xtrusion, they helped me get it all straightened around and those bars aren't up there anymore, :D. For the air quality, thanks for the heads up! We've been keeping our eyes on that and we'll see what it's like in a few weeks I guess. Thanks again!
@Gone_Camping
@Gone_Camping Год назад
I've looked at this many times. It's just too big to hang off the back of my Frontier. I'd love it if it was more like 6'x6'. I'm currently using the Kelty Backroads shelter which is still a little big but is more like a 3 sided tent. I also got it for half the price of the Moonshade.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
Right, such a hard thing. I think the intention and original design was for a big van to act as their main shade. On one hand, sometimes I don't need all the space under it, but then when it's pouring rain and I want that extra space to keep the rain off me, it's nice. So, it's tough to strike that perfect balance. Personally, that's why I like having both a perma mounted 180 and this when I need it. Throw it behind my back seat and have it, but only use it when I need it. :D
@terrykeil6751
@terrykeil6751 6 месяцев назад
I think a pop up canopy would work just as well if not better.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding 6 месяцев назад
Maybe in some ways. I have one of those and I'd say it's probably almost twice as big and as thick. Probably weighs about twice as much too. Guess it depends on how much space you've got in your vehicle and your use case, but there are lots of options out there!
@DriftaholiC
@DriftaholiC Год назад
$400 is crazy for what this is.
@RyanBennett_Gpd605
@RyanBennett_Gpd605 Год назад
Agreed. You can get a decent 270 awning for around that price range. I love the concept of it but $400 is a bit steep for my wallet
@DriftaholiC
@DriftaholiC Год назад
@@RyanBennett_Gpd605 you can buy a whole Gazelle tent for that price. The bill of materials on one of those has to be 8X this little awning lol
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
I don't know that it's crazy, but it's definitely on the pricier side. It all just comes down to what people want for their setup I guess. You're right that you could get a Gazelle for the same price (not sure about a 270 awning?) but I guess it just depends on whether you want an awning that you can attach to a number of things or a fully independent tent. People buy fridges of similar sizes with similar features for between $300 and $1500, but people still buy them across all those prices. Not trying to defend it, but just pointing out that some people that want gear that lasts a long time are willing to pay more for good design and quality components.
@RyanBennett_Gpd605
@RyanBennett_Gpd605 Год назад
@@AllThingsOverlanding Certainly understand it. I've just always been on the cheaper side of things as I don't use them as often as others so for me it doesn't justify the price but if people use it often, they tend to go more towards the expensive route.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
@@RyanBennett_Gpd605 Totally makes sense. I've always been cheaper myself, but I've also (unfortunately) had some cheap stuff that just fell apart or had to be replaced a few times. That's not every piece of cheap gear I've ever bought, but it's definitely more than I'd like to admit, :D.
@tonyashaikmohamed4438
@tonyashaikmohamed4438 3 месяца назад
Can this be used on a small popup Rv ?
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding 3 месяца назад
The nice thing about it is it's super flexible so you can pretty much use it next to anything (teardrop trailer, van, SUV, truck, RV, etc.). You can attach it by strong suction cups, magnets, or even eye bolts and reusable rubber bendable ties. It's also super high quality and with a lifetime warranty, they're great pieces of equipment that should last a long time!
@tonyashaikmohamed4438
@tonyashaikmohamed4438 3 месяца назад
@@AllThingsOverlanding Thank you
@stlouisarch2162
@stlouisarch2162 Год назад
I also like the concept. But anywhere in the American West, especially the Four Corners states, that ain't gonna cut it. The wind blows so much, and at such velocities, well...good luck. In other locales, this might be just the ticket.
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Год назад
I could completely understand that in high winds. Here in the midwest, we don't get that much of that!
@holdenc3082
@holdenc3082 4 месяца назад
Winds like you describe would probably tear up a permanently mounted awning as well.
@stlouisarch2162
@stlouisarch2162 4 месяца назад
@@holdenc3082 Those can usually be staked down, but sometimes people still have to put it up.
@recon20671
@recon20671 Месяц назад
$395.00?
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding Месяц назад
Yep. Lifetime warranty, American company, super high quality, ultimate flexibility in how/where you mount it. Really depends on your setup and your needs, but if you want top quality gear and a company that will take care of you if you ever have a problem, this is the portable awning for you.
@joeykahng6219
@joeykahng6219 11 дней назад
I’m sorry but for almost $400?? LoL 😂
@AllThingsOverlanding
@AllThingsOverlanding 11 дней назад
I mean, you can buy a Chinese knockoff for about $200 with no warranty or support and when it rips on the 3rd use, you're out that $200. Or, you can buy this that's super high quality with a lifetime warranty and not have to worry about it. If saving a few bucks is more important than quality, then do it. I think there are certain things you can go cheap on, but this is one where it make sense to buy once, cry once. But no one is forcing you to buy it, :D.
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