We put the lightweight Cool Cabana pop up beach canopy to the test during an East Coast vacation. What better way to enjoy a ballgame, picnic, or any outdoor activity than with a little bit of shade! This 10’x10′ canopy pops up easily, and will keep sun burn and overheating at bay. The canopy features a built-in 300 lumen LED lighting system that features a low, medium and high setting so you can tailgate… I’m carrying a birth control pill with the intention of taking it continuously for the whole time on trail so that I do not have to deal with periods.
Plus, the levelness is a gift after the climbs we had today. I spent the last 1.5 years mostly unemployed and ozark trail wagon healing my traumatic brain injury. It was a grueling task, that felt painstakingly slow and never ending.
This is partially because I talked to a lady at REI who used one for a PCT thru-hike, but it’s also a good tent. It’s roomy enough for me and all my stuff, a nice color, and made of a fabric that doesn’t have forever chemicals. In my tests, my only complaint is that the zippers could be more fluid. As for the cost, girl math tells me that I only have to sleep in it for a few more nights than a hotel or hostel than I would with a cheaper one for me to start making money. Overall, we think the serves its intended purpose – a value brand 10×10 instant shelter that caters to price conscious consumers looking for an affordable shade option. And compared to some of the tents in the EZ-Up lineup, it sells for almost a 70% discount.
A push-button on the frame allows it to lock safely into place. It also includes a holder that can be used to support a banner. Use the canopy for outdoor picnics or parties in the park.
From a negative perspective, the weight is indicative of a lack of high quality material and components used throughout the shelter. The included carrying bag does not have wheels to aid in transportation, but at only 29 lbs. We don’t find that to be a noteworthy drawback as the nylon handles and shoulder strap work just fine in carrying the tent.
A center height of 112″ allows even the tallest member of the family to be comfortable under the canopy. The biggest issue in all of this is the inability to withstand any rotational pressure during medium and high impact weather conditions as the joints become unstable and collapse at the mid points. In windy conditions high stress is applied to each side and the frame begins to break down at the unreinforced joint connectors. A straight leg canopy (obviously) utilizes a straight leg profile.