PV5 Sun Canopy

OK, so summer is over, and it's now a great time to pick up bargains online and in store.

Whilst we have an awning tent that attaches to our roof rail, which is great for overnight and longer stays, sometimes you just want something simple and quick to set up, just a sun canopy for a bit of shelter for a few hours stopover.

Been looking for something for a while, and there are lots on the market, and most aren't overly suitable for the 2m rail on the PV5 when using the kombi rak rail.

The best I found was the Dulepax Car Awning.

https://amzn.eu/d/0btbJ7LF

It actually fits really well, and is pretty easy to set up. I loved the telescopic poles, so you can set whatever height you want.  There is a 250m overhang on each end of the roof rail, but this does come with a couple of suction limpets to tidy that up.

First time setup was a little longer due to setup of guide ropes, I think next time it's 10mins to be ready to sit down with a cup of tea.



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  1. Mathias13 October 2026 at 09:18

    Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. I'm always happy to see new posts.

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