I have a Fiamma 45l awning and purchased deflappers.
Been away 4 times now (35000 + Km`s) and have not used them.
Yes it`s been windy, so wound the awning in to about 1.5 mtrs; no wind out full length.
Iv`e found that it is easier to wind the awning in/out to suit the wind conditions. Windy at night - wind it in.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
Hetho.
CC Bear said
09:44 PM Sep 25, 2016
Why do you ask the question? You have given no reason why you think you should.
MUX 1 said
10:01 PM Sep 25, 2016
Cc bear, saw them advertised in brochure and wanted to know if others used them, and how they worked.
macka17 said
10:27 PM Sep 25, 2016
Had 'em since caravan awnings first came out.
Still do. Somewhere.
probably used half a doz times.Can never be botheres.
As said. if you can't get it tight enuff.
OR. More likely material stretched a bit.
From the yrs of flapping it's already done.
just roll it in a bit.
All you doing is stretching it more.
NeilandRaine said
07:58 AM Sep 26, 2016
There are two types, the Aussie Traveller type and the anti flap straps. I have both and use both at times, I guess it is a personal choice thing but they do, do what they are designed to do. Stop your awning flapping in the night and keeping you awake. If no one used them they wouldn't sell so many. Big chance if you have awning walls you will need the Aussie traveller type
-- Edited by NeilandRaine on Monday 26th of September 2016 08:00:49 AM
-- Edited by NeilandRaine on Monday 26th of September 2016 08:01:22 AM
@ Mux no problemsbut if there is going to be strong winds the awning still has to come in. Have the aussie traveller style only because they came with the van. If I was camping more than One night I may consider putting it on but for one night i would rather roll the awning up when I retire for the night.
brickies said
08:07 AM Sep 26, 2016
I use the flap straps only because it less bulky than the Aussies Traveller type , When set camp for a week or so does stop that flapping , I use the small ones and use 2 on each side got mine from Autobarn but are available on EBAY .
Bryan said
11:44 AM Sep 26, 2016
Deflappers are on my list to get. We had a very windy night during my recent wild flower trip. Vans without deflappers had to wind their awnings in. Those fitted with deflappers left their awnings out and had no problems and no noise, which is why they are now on my to get list.
macka17 said
12:45 PM Sep 26, 2016
Just remember.
Winds that flap your awnings are stretching the sides of material.
ANti Flappers restraining, only actually stretching it more
as you tend to keep the awning out in stronger winds.
Aus, Trav are the better ones. Full Length.
But when they slowly pull out from the centre. You know you got a problem.
(sure did)
I've been doing this a lot of yrs and seen the mixed results of both ways.
Me.
I half or fully roll in the awning nowadays. and drop one side a little
so any rain will flow off and NOT sit in material, stretching it in one area
I've had one ripped completely off side of van when 0 winds forecast.
I have a 15ft 6in Aussie Annexe (full) only up coupla times.
and the Aus/Traveller Anti flappers.
Never use.
Offers? anytime you near Yeppoon.
TheHeaths said
12:53 PM Sep 26, 2016
I have used both the strap type, and now the arm type.
The arm type are far more effective and easier on the edge of the awning. The strap type do a reasonable job most of the time.
I will however bring awning in if the forecast is for high winds, especially if coming rom anywhere on the awning side of the van.
The arm type also have the benefit of making it easier to fit an end wall if you wish, and also an annex if you wish.
Really comes down to personal choice, and how daring you are with your awning when you have it out!
mike g g said
12:54 PM Sep 26, 2016
Hi I have the aussie travel kit bought them when I bought my new van 5 years ago one the best accessories I have purchased and I use them when ever I put my awning out ,takes about 4 mins to set up,i get peace of mind at night when I use them and have not had to put my awning down when there have been some pretty big gusts of wind,my view if you have to put your down every night why have it in the first place.I think you will be happy if you buy them ,have tried the small strap type not very good .mike
TheHeaths said
04:48 PM Sep 26, 2016
It takes 2 minutes to put your awning down for peace of mind. We enjoy having it out, and leave it out 95% of time.
To each their own.
brickies said
04:54 PM Sep 26, 2016
It 's the time you are set up for a week or two when you have your screen fixed to you awning and you don't wont to be rolling it in and out
OwenK said
08:29 PM Sep 26, 2016
Hi mux1,
I use Grasshopper anti-flap kit it's similar to Aussie traveller one (full length), but quite a bit cheaper, see Sunbuster web site.
I'm very happy with them. My awning is 18' long I also use 2 curved rafters which makes it really strong when combined with anti -flap kit.
Cheers Owen
Dickodownunder said
07:27 AM Sep 27, 2016
Contrary to some beliefs any awning that is subject to flapping due to being buffeted by the wind will eventually be damaged.
You don't see any truckie that is worth his salt driving along with his tarps flapping because he knows that the tarp will be ruined in a short time.
Secure your awning with an anti flap kit....I have the Aussie Traveller with three spreader bars.
No matter what anti flap kit you have still be prepared to retract the awning during periods of strong winds and be sure to tilt it down on one end during rain.
An annexe fitted to the roll out awning will eliminate the need to retract the awning unless severe weather is approaching.
The annexe will prevent wind trying to lift the roll out awning.
macka17 said
11:32 AM Sep 27, 2016
My Prev Post.
it's the "curved Rafters"I have in shed and the A/T Anti Flappers.
Plus a 15ft 6 in Aussie Traveller Full Annexe.
-- Edited by macka17 on Tuesday 27th of September 2016 11:33:37 AM
Hi Dhutime.
I have a Fiamma 45l awning and purchased deflappers.
Been away 4 times now (35000 + Km`s) and have not used them.
Yes it`s been windy, so wound the awning in to about 1.5 mtrs; no wind out full length.
Iv`e found that it is easier to wind the awning in/out to suit the wind conditions. Windy at night - wind it in.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
Hetho.
Still do. Somewhere.
probably used half a doz times.Can never be botheres.
As said. if you can't get it tight enuff.
OR. More likely material stretched a bit.
From the yrs of flapping it's already done.
just roll it in a bit.
All you doing is stretching it more.
There are two types, the Aussie Traveller type and the anti flap straps. I have both and use both at times, I guess it is a personal choice thing but they do, do
what they are designed to do. Stop your awning flapping in the night and keeping you awake.
If no one used them they wouldn't sell so many. Big chance if you have awning walls you will need the Aussie traveller type
-- Edited by NeilandRaine on Monday 26th of September 2016 08:00:49 AM
-- Edited by NeilandRaine on Monday 26th of September 2016 08:01:22 AM
Deflappers are on my list to get. We had a very windy night during my recent wild flower trip. Vans without deflappers had to wind their awnings in. Those fitted with deflappers left their awnings out and had no problems and no noise, which is why they are now on my to get list.
Winds that flap your awnings are stretching the sides of material.
ANti Flappers restraining, only actually stretching it more
as you tend to keep the awning out in stronger winds.
Aus, Trav are the better ones. Full Length.
But when they slowly pull out from the centre. You know you got a problem.
(sure did)
I've been doing this a lot of yrs and seen the mixed results of both ways.
Me.
I half or fully roll in the awning nowadays. and drop one side a little
so any rain will flow off and NOT sit in material, stretching it in one area
I've had one ripped completely off side of van when 0 winds forecast.
I have a 15ft 6in Aussie Annexe (full) only up coupla times.
and the Aus/Traveller Anti flappers.
Never use.
Offers? anytime you near Yeppoon.
The arm type are far more effective and easier on the edge of the awning. The strap type do a reasonable job most of the time.
I will however bring awning in if the forecast is for high winds, especially if coming rom anywhere on the awning side of the van.
The arm type also have the benefit of making it easier to fit an end wall if you wish, and also an annex if you wish.
Really comes down to personal choice, and how daring you are with your awning when you have it out!
Hi I have the aussie travel kit bought them when I bought my new van 5 years ago one the best accessories I have purchased and I use them when ever I put my awning out ,takes about 4 mins to set up,i get peace of mind at night when I use them and have not had to put my awning down when there have been some pretty big gusts of wind,my view if you have to put your down every night why have it in the first place.I think you will be happy if you buy them ,have tried the small strap type not very good .mike
To each their own.
Hi mux1,
I use Grasshopper anti-flap kit it's similar to Aussie traveller one (full length), but quite a bit cheaper, see Sunbuster web site.
I'm very happy with them. My awning is 18' long I also use 2 curved rafters which makes it really strong when combined with anti -flap kit.
Cheers Owen
You don't see any truckie that is worth his salt driving along with his tarps flapping because he knows that the tarp will be ruined in a short time.
Secure your awning with an anti flap kit....I have the Aussie Traveller with three spreader bars.
No matter what anti flap kit you have still be prepared to retract the awning during periods of strong winds and be sure to tilt it down on one end during rain.
An annexe fitted to the roll out awning will eliminate the need to retract the awning unless severe weather is approaching.
The annexe will prevent wind trying to lift the roll out awning.
My Prev Post.
it's the "curved Rafters"I have in shed and the A/T Anti Flappers.
Plus a 15ft 6 in Aussie Traveller Full Annexe.
-- Edited by macka17 on Tuesday 27th of September 2016 11:33:37 AM