10/01/2011

Bravo Sports Quik Shade Weekender 81 12- by 12-Foot Canopy Review

Bravo Sports Quik Shade Weekender 81 12- by 12-Foot Canopy
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I bought this last week and set it up once. It's not my first instant canopy. My last one was not a Bravo Weekender; it broke due to rust after 2 years of use (maybe used it 12 times a year for 1 or 2 days at a time).
Not sure why the other ratings on this canopy are so low other than it might be due to the fact that Bravo has redesigned the canopy and the older design might not have been as good? A friend has the exact same model but his is older. His has push pin locks, the new design has pull-pin locks. There are other more subtle differences as well but I don't think they are to do with durability. The new design has a more rounded top due to a diffent upper frame. I think this might help shed water better without rain water building up in pools on the lower part of the roof fabric. Water pooling in the lower part of the roof fabric was also a problem with my last canopy. That is, occasionally had to push the canopy up from the inside to shed the pooled water if it was raining. I haven't tried this new canopy yet in the rain so time will tell if it's any better than my last.
This canopy is easy to setup and take down. One person can do it without too much difficulty but easier with two people. It's also easy to get back into the storage bag which is important to me. It seems well made and durable. Of course it won't stand up to heavy winds but no canopy intended for temporary shelter would. I don't understand the low ratings other have left. This is a very nice canopy much better than my old one that I had for 2 years. It's perfect for camping trips and that's exactly what I use it for. Keeps the rain off your head or the sun out of your eyes. For [...] with free shipping, it's a great deal. If I get two years use out of it, I'll be a happy camper but I have a feeling this one will last longer then my last.

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Ideal for backyard barbecues, picnics in the park, tailgating events, and a slew of other outdoor activities, the Quik Shade Weekender 81 canopy features a fully-assembled powder-coated frame for easy setup and a polyester top and aluminum backing with 100% UV protection. The frame offers multiple height adjustments and uses smooth ball bearings for quick operation. The canopy includes a wheeled carry bag for easy storage and portability.
Features:
Peak: 9 feet, 9 inches
Base: 12 feet
Vertical Clearance: 7 feet, 1 inch
Weight: 46 pounds
Pack Size: 56 inches
All-steel ceiling construction
Fully assembled, one-piece powder-coated frame
Smooth-glide ball bearings
Multiple height adjustments
Spring-loaded pull-pin sliders and leg extenders
Polyester top has an aluminum backing for cooler, darker shade
100% UV protection
Frame-integrated hook-and-loop for Quik top attachment
Includes a wheeled carry bag
Nylon feet



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