I've had mine for about a year now, and have really enjoyed how small and compact it is. However, I have discovered that the cross poles will permanently bend in moderate wind. Tubes are very light and easily damaged if not careful.
Thanks for the video. The Moonshade is a great concept. It's more flexible than a traditional side-mounted awning because it can be attached to the rear hatch or even on some trees, if available. I've been using a similar home made solution for years using a tarp and a set of poles. The downside of the moonshade is the high cost. I run a 10x13 tarp. The equivalent Moonshade would be their 9x12 Model XL which runs $595. Other than that, it's a great solution.
Just noticed you didn’t put the guy lines on the nubs on the legs. That’s where they’re supposed to loop into. Just a heads up so you don’t rip the hang loops for the moon wall.
I think that is a good idea and I will try this out, but Moonshade directions and TH-cam tutorial shows it how he did it in this video. Great idea though!
Great question! That sand mat actually came with our Roofnest rooftop tent. I checked their website and they don’t sell it separately. I’m sure you could find something similar on Amazon though.
Hey question, is the golden hour version see thru at all? Like in the middle of the day would you be able to see the sun a little thru it? Or full shade?
Its awesome, but over priced. Kelty's similar solution is less than half and for just a bit more you can get a bat-wing style awning. I can DIY one for less than half and use better materials. I think I'll end up with a similar solution for this summer. The bat-wing awnings are heavy and hard to take on and off. The tent style ones seem to be a better way to go.
Great input! Yes I agree that they can be pretty expensive. However, the materials and quality are still top notch, light but strong. DIY will almost always be cheaper. It’ll just depend on whether you want to actually take the time to build it. And agreed on the more permanent awnings! They’re cool but not convenient to move if needed.
@@drewandariel3015 I like how it seems how it will let more natural light through, even while providing shade. Also the gold reflective underside which would give a more natural light feel.
I've had mine for about a year now, and have really enjoyed how small and compact it is. However, I have discovered that the cross poles will permanently bend in moderate wind. Tubes are very light and easily damaged if not careful.
Interesting, I didn’t know that. We’ll be sure to be cautious in the conditions we’re setting ours up in! Thanks for watching and the tip!
Thanks for the video. The Moonshade is a great concept. It's more flexible than a traditional side-mounted awning because it can be attached to the rear hatch or even on some trees, if available. I've been using a similar home made solution for years using a tarp and a set of poles. The downside of the moonshade is the high cost. I run a 10x13 tarp. The equivalent Moonshade would be their 9x12 Model XL which runs $595. Other than that, it's a great solution.
Couldn’t agree more, it’s extremely versatile and high quality! We love it!
Just noticed you didn’t put the guy lines on the nubs on the legs. That’s where they’re supposed to loop into. Just a heads up so you don’t rip the hang loops for the moon wall.
Yeah we realized that afterwards too lol, thanks for the info!!
I think that is a good idea and I will try this out, but Moonshade directions and TH-cam tutorial shows it how he did it in this video. Great idea though!
Side question: where did you get that ground cover with the orange trim…who makes it? Did not see it in your camp gear list…thx!
Great question! That sand mat actually came with our Roofnest rooftop tent. I checked their website and they don’t sell it separately. I’m sure you could find something similar on Amazon though.
Hey question, is the golden hour version see thru at all? Like in the middle of the day would you be able to see the sun a little thru it? Or full shade?
I wouldn’t necessarily say “see through” but you can see shadows and kind of the sun so it’s not completely dark on the bottom side.
Its awesome, but over priced. Kelty's similar solution is less than half and for just a bit more you can get a bat-wing style awning. I can DIY one for less than half and use better materials.
I think I'll end up with a similar solution for this summer. The bat-wing awnings are heavy and hard to take on and off. The tent style ones seem to be a better way to go.
Great input! Yes I agree that they can be pretty expensive. However, the materials and quality are still top notch, light but strong. DIY will almost always be cheaper. It’ll just depend on whether you want to actually take the time to build it. And agreed on the more permanent awnings! They’re cool but not convenient to move if needed.
Thanks for the video. I used your promo code.
Thank you so much for the support! Hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
@@drewandariel3015 I like how it seems how it will let more natural light through, even while providing shade. Also the gold reflective underside which would give a more natural light feel.