Find the perfect awning to fit your vehicle and needs the first time.
Maximum coverage for base camp
Perfect balance of coverage and portability
Lightweight solution for quick shade
| Features | Pull Out Awnings |
Popular
180° Awnings
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270° Awnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup Time | 2-3 Minutes | 1-2 Minutes | 1-2 Minutes |
| Weight | Under 20 lbs. | 25 lbs.- 40 lbs. | 35lbs. - 50lbs. |
| Wind Speed (up to) | 15mph | 25mph | 25mph |
| Coverage | Minimal (Average 50 sq.ft.) | Moderate (Average 75 sq. ft.) | Most (Average 80 sq. ft.) |
| Universal Fitment | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Free Standing | No | Yes | Yes |
A 180-degree awning instantly expands your usable camp space by wrapping coverage around the side and rear of your vehicle. It provides fast, all-weather shelter from sun, rain, and wind—perfect for cooking, relaxing, or staging gear without being exposed to the elements. With quick deployment and wide coverage, a 180-degree awning turns your rig into a functional basecamp in seconds, making it an essential upgrade for overlanding, camping, and trail travel.
A 270-degree awning delivers maximum coverage by wrapping around the side and rear of your vehicle, creating instant, all-weather shelter where it matters most. It transforms your rig into a true basecamp—ideal for cooking, gear staging, and relaxing—while providing protection from sun, rain, and changing conditions. With rapid deployment and expansive coverage, a 270-degree awning is the go-to solution for overlanders who want efficiency, comfort, and full perimeter protection at camp.
A pull-out awning is one of the simplest and most effective ways to add instant shelter to your vehicle. Designed for fast, one-person deployment, it provides reliable shade and weather protection in seconds—perfect for quick stops, trail breaks, or campsite setup. Compact when stored and easy to use, a pull-out awning offers dependable coverage from sun and light rain without adding complexity, making it a practical, go-anywhere upgrade for camping, overlanding, and everyday adventure travel.
Quick answers to help you pick the right overland awning and get it mounted correctly.
Pull-out awnings are compact and simple—best for quick shade at stops. 180° gives wide side coverage without the full wrap. 270° wraps around the side and rear for maximum basecamp coverage.
If you do quick day trips and trail breaks, start with a pull-out. If you want a balanced “do-it-all” setup, go 180°. If you build full basecamps (cooking + staging gear + hanging out), 270° is the move.
Most awnings are universal-fit with the right brackets. The key is having a solid mounting surface (roof rack, bed rack, crossbars, or cap tracks). If you tell us your rack/cap brand and where you want to mount (driver or passenger side), we can confirm the correct bracket setup.
Mounting height is usually based on clearance and usability (door swing, RTT access, tailgate use). Driver-side mounts are common for roadside stops, while passenger-side mounts can be better for camp layouts. We recommend choosing the side that matches how you set up your kitchen and seating at camp.
In calm conditions you may run “light” setups, but for wind and weather you should use support legs and guy lines. Any awning can be damaged by gusts if left unsupported—especially larger 180°/270° styles.
Yes—walls are the upgrade that turns shade into real shelter. They add privacy, block wind, help with cold/rain, and make camp feel more finished. If you camp in shoulder seasons or exposed areas, walls are a high-impact add-on.
We don’t recommend it. Wind can pick up quickly and damage the awning or your mount. If you step away, secure it with legs/guy lines or close it—especially with 180°/270° awnings.
Most customers add walls/rooms for weather protection, awning lighting for nighttime usability, and the correct mounting brackets for their rack/cap. If you want to build a full basecamp setup, start with walls + lights.
Yes. The main consideration is mounting space and ladder clearance. If you’re running an RTT, we typically recommend confirming where the ladder lands and making sure the awning opens without interference.
Keep it clean, avoid storing it wet for long periods, and check hardware periodically. If it gets soaked, open it up and let it dry out as soon as possible to help prevent mildew and keep materials in top shape.
Yes. If you want a clean, secure mount (especially on caps, racks, or track systems), our team can help you choose the right hardware and get it installed correctly.
Still deciding? Send us your vehicle year/make/model and your rack/cap setup and we’ll point you to the best awning + brackets.
