Gazebo Hack - Drill additional holes in the legs so it can be adjusted lower. Improves shade angle in low sun and structural survivability in high winds
@Camping_reviews2 ай бұрын
Oh my GOD this is good! Thanks for the hack!
@rodparker65302 ай бұрын
I like this
@RobertsAdventure2 ай бұрын
Genius!
@PricklyPickle777Ай бұрын
@Camping_reviews you should pin this comment 📌
@grunkalunka344925 күн бұрын
Very clever idea.
@OutbackBowmans3 ай бұрын
Great vid - its nice to see some unsponsored, real advice. So much to sift through these days!
@Camping_reviews3 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙂 glad you like it!
@TheSimpleLivingAussieАй бұрын
Nice review mate 👍
@michaelkeenan66683 ай бұрын
Gazebo CON: the complex frames can bend in the wind which can prevent it being packed away. You often see the gazebo frame discarded at camp site because the camper could not pack it up due to the bent & twisted frame. Consider a large tarp, such as a Drifta Hexatarp, just be prepared to carry a variety of pegs.
@ec1o2 ай бұрын
Subscribed! Love your channel!
@christianlawton709311 сағат бұрын
Great review as always
@tanamite3 ай бұрын
Great to see you back Alex. I’ve got a 5 y.o. Ezi-Awn 270 that I think is great for my type of camping, but I fitted 30 Second awning brackets so I can take it off the roof rack and store it out of the weather when I’m not camping. It’s a 5 minute fit/de-fit. Same with my shower tent fitted on the other side of the roof rack. It comes off when I’m not planning a trip over the next month or so. I’ve got a gazebo for about 6 or 7 years that I’ve only taken out once, back when I had a Ute.
@louiskudlak22413 ай бұрын
Welcome back brother, missed ya, very informative ❤
@Mays993 ай бұрын
Great to see you again, Bring it!
@petercanning81713 ай бұрын
Great to see you again, l have gone for an awning off the side of my Prado , but have installed ARB quick release mounts on my roof rack. On my teardrop camper l have installed an awning with walls. That is permanently mounted .
@RedVMember3 ай бұрын
I had my kings awning for years, never had an issue with them. Only got a new one due to a larger size from Drifta
@Camping_reviews3 ай бұрын
Yeah you really can't go wrong with a kings awning they're great!
@kabluwi2 ай бұрын
Even if they don't last, they're cheaper than most alternatives, it's cheaper to get a Kings and a replacement down the line than it is for an ARB one or some
@404errorpagenotfound.6Ай бұрын
The algo is out of control, i was just thinking about this question and this video appeared in my feed WTF? also subbed.
@reddog70243 ай бұрын
I use a 2.4 metre gazebo with an old Bushman's rear folding soft floor camper. It works well. Putting up the annex is a nightmare. The gazebo is great as you can move it around to gain shade or ra8n protection. Good video
@Camping_reviews2 ай бұрын
So true! Annexe's can be truly awful.
@BALTAZAR61743 ай бұрын
❤❤❤🤣🤣🤣 So Happy YOU ARE BACK
@Camping_reviews3 ай бұрын
Thank you! Glad to have you along for the ride 🙂
@olihaub2 ай бұрын
Hell yeah, back on the wagon Alex!
@simplylifeau2 ай бұрын
Love your work Alex and your passion for the pros & cons! Handy tips from a lotta real life experience! Keen to see more…👍
@mdharrisuiuc3 ай бұрын
We had a $$$ 270 free-standing awning on our prado, it was useful but we ended up not using it as much as we thought we would due to concerns over wind and damaging the $$$ awning and $$$ roof rack. We've since moved to a big hiace, and the passenger side 270 awning doesn't make sense with the huge rear hatch and I'm not sure I want all the additional wind noise and reduced fuel economy of the rack and awning... So we're looking at alternatives for shade on the side of the vehicle, gazebo/ez-up being one of them. This was a good comparison, thanks for pointing out the pros/cons that you see with either option. My only experience with the gazebos was the low-end ones from 10+ years ago, and the flimsy frames didn't last too long, even with being guyed out and dropped to the low height.
@WildcatPhoto26 күн бұрын
I had a rollout awning on the teardrop trailer. It was a nuisance and no good in wind. I don't have one right now.
@darrenhale63203 ай бұрын
So good to have you back on here.
@toddmillar40413 ай бұрын
I've always rocked with the gazebo but had an awning on my old ute, so mixed and matched. Last trip I used the awning tent and set the kitchen up under the gazebo
@Camping_reviews3 ай бұрын
We used one of those awning tents on a Steep Point trip once, pretty good!
@toddmillar40413 ай бұрын
@@Camping_reviews good to see you back alex
@stuartkcalvin3 ай бұрын
Thanks Alex, very informative. When we lived in Darwin, yonks ago, Gazebos with mozzie mesh walls were very popular for Winter camping (because it doesn't rain in the Dry!). We used it extensively during 1991 from when when our daughter was six months old and our four year old son. I live and work on the road now with an off-road van (made in Oz) and also utilise a Bush Company 270 Max.
@Camping_reviews3 ай бұрын
Yeah I can only imagine, kids are mozzie magnets too!
@williamjones15903 ай бұрын
Went and bought the STS awning attachments so I could take the awning on/off easier. Works a charm.
@bonezed3 ай бұрын
I've had a basic awning on my car for the last 10 years and I've used it exactly 4 times. What's worse is the full mesh tent is still in it's box.... but now that I'm on the road full time, it might be time to consider a gazebo (we only move every few weeks) cheers for the vid mate
@emmylou.3 ай бұрын
Perks of a gazebo are a wide range of accessories too! We love our hub that we can add to the side, it's like having another room.
@RobsDIYАй бұрын
You mention the rooftop tent, would you consider a rooftop tent over sat the gasebo hub/tent? or swag etc
@brunocarcuro78813 ай бұрын
Glad to see you back
@chrismapley75132 ай бұрын
That was great information mate
@markandmandyoutandabout3 ай бұрын
Fantastic advice mate
@143jkrd3 ай бұрын
❤ aaahhhh my day has been made. A place to watch AG content. Best wishes sir.
@WeekendOverlanders3 ай бұрын
Happy to see you again😊🎉🎉
@oldbloke2043 ай бұрын
Got rid of my 270 deg. awning a while back as I never used it and it was just a lot of weight sitting on top of the vehicle. We've used Gazebos on a few trips and I love them. Set up the kitchen underneath and can take cover if it rains. I'm not set up to do overnight trips so if I go somewhere it will be for a week or so.
@PUUMBA4x42 ай бұрын
Loving the channel!
@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen3 ай бұрын
We love a basic awning with an annex. Very few people seem to go with that combo. As a base camp we have a tall trailer with two awnings which works really well. Hmmm, actually three awnings as it has a small one on the back.
@Camping_reviews3 ай бұрын
Honestly you can never really have too much shelter....I'd love to figure out an awning/annexe solution for our pop top camper but the way the roof arms are attached make it difficult.
@daviddean69533 ай бұрын
The screw in pegs from aldi are great size to go through the base of the gazebo
@Camping_reviews3 ай бұрын
Excellent tip! Thanks for that, the wind won't stand a chance 😁
@leontengbom23003 ай бұрын
Welcome back.
@Camping_reviews2 ай бұрын
cheers!
@OnCountryWithMick3 ай бұрын
I own 2X Wander 3mX3m gazebo's, just their cheap ones but buying parts and replacing them has been pretty easy. I have found using the walls on it however raises the risk of damage due to them being like a parachute when the wind hits them. I've broken a number of bars & poles because of the walls or rain pooling. I have honestly used my gazebo once in about 4 years for camping and that was recently with my new camper trailer. The awning on my Pajero has done me wonders, it is quick & easy to pack up if I want to take the vehicle, has held up well against rain & windy, I have an old Awning top that I use as a wall and a Kings wall. Personally I will go the awning over a gazebo because of its simplicity, even for long trips.
@k2svpete3 ай бұрын
I've had simple awnings for years and find them excellent for when you're not base camping. I've just gotten a gazebo with a tent that fits under it for base camping / locations where you're away from the vehicle. That was really good but I got caught out trying to pack it down in wind and one of the legs bent at the top of the frame. That sucked but I could pack it down still.
@user-zi3lz7nj5m2 ай бұрын
Gazebo all the way. I went top shelf and bought one from Altera, with screen sides, worth the extra for me.
@Camping_reviews2 ай бұрын
Yes! I've looked at them, they look amazing
@voodoocruiser25433 ай бұрын
good review mate.
@BundyToo3 ай бұрын
Not my desired content but I have subscribed & liked anyway, as I really appreciate the concept of honest unsponsored review's. 😃😃😃 Unlike most BS feed to us KZbins, by those who provide the content I do prefer 😥😥😥
@Camping_reviews3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the sub! Yeah it's so murky trying to know who's sponsored by what sometimes. Of course often it's just blatant in your face too 😆
@BradGryphonn3 ай бұрын
I bought a few 3x3 gazebos and a 6x3 from Kings to use as a semi permanent outdoor workshop area. I found that after six months, they were still looking really solid. That is, until I wanted to pack them up because I was moving. I found that the gazebos exposed to full sun had become 'brittle' and ripped as I was removing them. As for pooling or other problems, I had zero issues. The frames were really solid, and I had no issues in gale force winds (they were well anchored). In summary, from my experience a gazebo from Kings would be fine for the occasional daytripper or weekend camper, but I wouldn't recommend them for extended one place camping or permanent backyard shade.
@thatboganАй бұрын
600mm x 16mm scrap rebar make excellent sand pegs for a gazebo
@JenBolst3 ай бұрын
Cool to see these kinda setups. OZtrailDeluxe 4.2 Shade Dome is cool gazebo if you need something to with stand the wind. They're cost alot more but don't budge
@Camping_reviews3 ай бұрын
It's one of those things that's absolutely worth the spend, nobody's having a good time if the primary shelter doesn't do its job
@trailxrage3 ай бұрын
Great videos, thanks.
@drivingparadox3 ай бұрын
Only downside I had with the gazebo was condensation dripping in the morning as we used them in winter with frosts. Sucked to cook breakfast off a morning. Use annexe of tent now and don’t have that problem.
@code-fox3 ай бұрын
Which one is best for cooking pad tai under? 😉
@darrennorth9293 ай бұрын
The Prado's.
@lawnerddownunder34612 ай бұрын
I havent watched this yet, but im a noob at camping and just come back from my 3rd solo camping trip. While away I made a 3 minute video for my husband, showing exactly why i need a 270° awning and NOT these tarps and tent poles. Lets hope i made the right request!
@Camping_reviews2 ай бұрын
As you're a solo camper, I'd say you made the right request 😁
@robertdaley71322 ай бұрын
Hack - use quality guy ropes with springs, the ones that come with cheaper awnings and gazebos can fail in a strong gust of wind.
@downthetrackaustralia2 ай бұрын
awesome vid and advice. Had a roof top tent and it sucked. Sucked fuel being on the roof for the handful of times I used it a year. Sucked to pack up. Sucked to not be able to get into an underground carpark. Bought a gazebo - quick pitch style - might be a coleman or similar. 2 of the 4 walls are screened. I can live with that - just as long is its not pissing down rain and blowing wind in all 4 directions. Plenty of room inside even if you want to put your double swag inside to confirm the missus to thinking - hey if I'm going to get robbed by a dingo, they need to get into an extra bit to get to us. Guessing it weighs about 20 kilos or so. If I've lifted a few cans of beer beforehand it surpringly feels lighter. Can also put up by myself as long as there is zero wind. Haven't timed how long to setup or take down but considering we almost wanted to get married just so we could get divorced over trying to setup a bendy pole tent for 4 hours - I reckon 15 minutes and 2 cans is fine. Awnings on the car I've never used. Wanted one just so I can use the awning bag to store my jousting sticks that I bought from some bloke from the Trading Post who bought them and then decided - "what do I want with jousing sticks"?. Cheers Campers
@Camping_reviews2 ай бұрын
😆 this comment wins all comments. Jousting sticks. I guess if you bought a replacement awning bag from one of the reputable brands, you could forgo the expense of the full awning. And look like a brand name high roller at the same time.
@downthetrackaustralia2 ай бұрын
@@Camping_reviews yeah but I'd probably need to wear boots when I'm cooking on the campfire instead ; - just to be different
@4x4CampingandAdventures2 ай бұрын
EY the big triton!
@AustralianRuralAdventures3 ай бұрын
Channel blowing up babe ❤
@andrewcoulter3233 ай бұрын
I prefer the awning, I have a 270 on the passenger side and a 2.5x2.5 on the drivers side, I have walls that connect with velcro and I've put eyelets down the sides to cable tie to the poles, works well for me with a taller vehicle a lifted old patrol with a roof rack which I also need to carry my OZtent RV4
@darrenhale63203 ай бұрын
Use this exact same set up except I have a Howling moon Wizz rather than an Aus, it’s the best combo we’ve found.
@trevorcorica4505Ай бұрын
Undekover Australia make a canvas gazebo bag. It's aussie made
@mattspencer43223 ай бұрын
XTM 270 every day of the week, I take 4 empty Woolies green shopping bags to the beach which I fill up with sand in windy conditions, fold up small and easy for storage if pegs don’t cut the mustard ⛺️
@michaelkeenan66683 ай бұрын
Consider making up a few bits of plywood with guy rope loops in the middle and bury them in the sand. Usually 20cm x 20cm, hole in middle to insert a 30cm loop rope to attached your guy rope, then a small cord in the corner so you can pull it out sideways when packing up.
@utahjohnnymontana33733 ай бұрын
It’s not all 270 sexy but the humble EZ Up has done loads of work over the years.
@aimeevalentine80033 ай бұрын
Very informative overview on pegging
@charrlots3 ай бұрын
thank you :)
@swatmann75412 ай бұрын
Park near tree have shade.
@adamj12993 ай бұрын
Glad u have got back on the relative creative horse……
@Ovaworked4x42 ай бұрын
We had a 4.5x3m Oztrail gazebo (brand new) set up whilst we camped at shark bay in the national park and had to do a lap with a screwdriver every day to stop it unscrewing itself as it moved in the wind. Any tips to stop this happening?
@Camping_reviews2 ай бұрын
The wind up there is insane hey! I would get myself a small bottle of low strength thread locker from an auto parts store, remove each screw, put one or two drops on each and I don't reckon you'll have that problem again.
@Ovaworked4x42 ай бұрын
@@Camping_reviews yeah it wasn't as bad as it usually is but still enough to keep the gazebo moving. I thought about Lock tite but have read that it can make some plastics brittle. Might try it on a couple of the main offenders and see how it goes. 👍
@deanricho1967Ай бұрын
I put my awning on & off as required, 2 minute job.
@MrAnthonyP692 ай бұрын
I skipped the gazebo as your camp looks like everyone else's, and went the Hexatrap and you really don't need side walls as much as you think you do.
@darrennorth9293 ай бұрын
After stuffing about with tarps the last trip, gazebo every time.
@drewmouli77232 ай бұрын
That is one good looking rooster 🥵😉
@Camping_reviews2 ай бұрын
wanna meet? 😘
@44whip3 ай бұрын
Every pro has its con = left right good night
@2SuperSkater3 ай бұрын
First time i set up my Kings awning, a gust of wind folded the whole thing over the car ...
@Camping_reviews2 ай бұрын
Yep, this was me with my first ever awning, an ARB one I paid a good $300 bucks for. I was LIVID! Then I was stoked to find a new pole was $10
@doradosurfcharters3 ай бұрын
The new Australian dream the gayzebo .. this is a message from the australian government
@robertwilson18272 ай бұрын
Cheap awnings are good!? Really!? They're up there with cheap gazebos? Bit of water and wind, they're cactus?