Batwing Awning In Wind

Be aware of the eff ects of wind on the open awning.

Batwing awning in wind.

All the side panels simply zip onto the awning in a matter of seconds and come in their own convenient stow bag. The great feature about the arb awning here is it s extra awning walls that reach from the floor to the roof top protecting you from most heavy winds. The batwing awning provides protection from all elements sun wind rain and snow meaning you can enjoy the outdoors whatever the weather. A car awning is a fantastic way to get out of the sun but won t shield you from any wind.

Side walls are available in either 2 1m or 2 4m high drop and have a heavy duty bottom apron for durability. Rhino rack batwing awning right side mounting 33200. With 270 degrees of shade and 11sqm coverage the batwing is the perfect addition to any adventure. The batwing awning for rhino rack crossbars driver s side rr33100 or passenger side rr33200 will mount to your thule crossbars without any additional parts if you have the aero style bars.

33100 lh 33200 rh batwing always use guy ropes when awning is deployed. There are 4 wind rated classes of awnings. It is advised that the awning be stowed away in strong winds. Do not leave your awning unattended while open weather.

Single wall panels may also be purchased to give protection from the wind or added shade from a setting sun. They tuck neatly inside the awning bag on top of everything else but they must be removed before opening the batwing and put away after you stow it. The new batwing compact is packed with all the same features as the batwing with a compact size perfect for short wheelbase 4wds small to medium vehicles and adventurous couples. The awning itself is made from a lightweight ripstop material that is water and mould resistant meaning it is durable and will provide shelter for many years to come.

Class 1 is rated to 12 mph beaufort 3 class 2 beaufort 5 to 24 mph and class 3 beaufort 6 to 31 mph of sustained winds. The new batwing is complete with ropes pegs and poles all packed and stored neatly in the awning bag making your gear and your trip totally unforgettable. Unrated or class 0 either wasn t tested or failed to withstand a sustained wind of 12 mph. With 270 degrees of shade and 6 4m coverage the batwing compact is the perfect addition for the private adventurer.

Our easy to use design means the batwing can be set up or packed away within minutes. Otherwise they fold up and out of the way on top of the fabric so when a wind crops up you ll need to break down the whole awning and stow it just to reach the bag of stakes.