Stray Along The Way | 5 Portable Outdoor Shelters @Strayalongtheway | Uploaded May 2021 | Updated October 2024, 12 hours ago.
When we first came to Taiwan, no one told us how hot it would be.
During our first summer here, we tried our best to explore as much of the outdoors as we possibly could but, there was just one problem…that insatiable heat and exposure to the sun.
Finally, we decided to take the problem of outdoor shelter more seriously and so we plunged ourselves into a period of research and testing in order to find the perfect portable outdoor shelter for our needs. So, in this video, we're going to look at some of the stuff we found.
Just a quick disclaimer - The point of this video is not to review individual products, but rather to give you an overview of the different kinds of systems that are out there. Also, I've not tested all of these systems myself so most of my comments are based on reviews I've seen and read, as well as my thoughts on where and how I see these systems applying to outdoor enthusiasts
5 Portable Outdoor Shelters
1. Car awnings
These are systems that are usually connected directly to the roof of a vehicle or to the vehicle's roof racks and either pull out on a roll or swing out on a hinge to create a sheltered area.
ARB 814301 Brown 4' Awning: amzn.to/32knwhM DANCHEL OUTDOOR Car Side Awning: amzn.to/3sr4VeD
Rhino Rack 270 Degree Batwing Car Awning: amzn.to/3xbZvb9
2. Gazebos
A gazebo is a free-standing, collapsible frame that provides the shell for a shade cloth to be stretched over.
EzyFast Elegant Pop Up Beach Shelter: amzn.to/32otApu COOSHADE Portable Beach Canopy: amzn.to/32otApu
3. Tarps (Tarpaulins)
Tarps are very low-tech and can be set up just about anywhere and as such they are great for adventurers who want shade on the go in any environment.
Aqua Quest Guide Tarp: amzn.to/3spIHcT
Sanctuary SilTarp: amzn.to/3spIHcT
4. Hiking tarps (Ultralight tarps)
Hiking tarps differ from regular tarps in that they are specifically designed to be carried on-foot, so they are extremely light and compact.
The Outdoors Way Hammock Tarp: amzn.to/3akU1kl
KALINCO Mat Camping Tarp: amzn.to/3e9Hdyq
5. Pop up shade tents
As the name suggest, a pop up shade tent is a simple and super fast way to gets some shelter from the sun while out and about.
Pacific Breeze Easy Setup Beach Tent: amzn.to/3mZLpVl
Outdoorsman Lab Pop Up Tent: amzn.to/2QCrIXO
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When we first came to Taiwan, no one told us how hot it would be.
During our first summer here, we tried our best to explore as much of the outdoors as we possibly could but, there was just one problem…that insatiable heat and exposure to the sun.
Finally, we decided to take the problem of outdoor shelter more seriously and so we plunged ourselves into a period of research and testing in order to find the perfect portable outdoor shelter for our needs. So, in this video, we're going to look at some of the stuff we found.
Just a quick disclaimer - The point of this video is not to review individual products, but rather to give you an overview of the different kinds of systems that are out there. Also, I've not tested all of these systems myself so most of my comments are based on reviews I've seen and read, as well as my thoughts on where and how I see these systems applying to outdoor enthusiasts
5 Portable Outdoor Shelters
1. Car awnings
These are systems that are usually connected directly to the roof of a vehicle or to the vehicle's roof racks and either pull out on a roll or swing out on a hinge to create a sheltered area.
ARB 814301 Brown 4' Awning: amzn.to/32knwhM DANCHEL OUTDOOR Car Side Awning: amzn.to/3sr4VeD
Rhino Rack 270 Degree Batwing Car Awning: amzn.to/3xbZvb9
2. Gazebos
A gazebo is a free-standing, collapsible frame that provides the shell for a shade cloth to be stretched over.
EzyFast Elegant Pop Up Beach Shelter: amzn.to/32otApu COOSHADE Portable Beach Canopy: amzn.to/32otApu
3. Tarps (Tarpaulins)
Tarps are very low-tech and can be set up just about anywhere and as such they are great for adventurers who want shade on the go in any environment.
Aqua Quest Guide Tarp: amzn.to/3spIHcT
Sanctuary SilTarp: amzn.to/3spIHcT
4. Hiking tarps (Ultralight tarps)
Hiking tarps differ from regular tarps in that they are specifically designed to be carried on-foot, so they are extremely light and compact.
The Outdoors Way Hammock Tarp: amzn.to/3akU1kl
KALINCO Mat Camping Tarp: amzn.to/3e9Hdyq
5. Pop up shade tents
As the name suggest, a pop up shade tent is a simple and super fast way to gets some shelter from the sun while out and about.
Pacific Breeze Easy Setup Beach Tent: amzn.to/3mZLpVl
Outdoorsman Lab Pop Up Tent: amzn.to/2QCrIXO
All product links are affiliate links.
Read the full post here: strayalongtheway.com/portable-outdoor-shelter-systems-beach-shade-rain-shelter-guide
Join us for more outdoor and adventure tips on our email list: strayalongtheway.com/email-subscribe
_________________________________________________________________
Follow us on online:
Blog: strayalongtheway.com
Instagram: instagram.com/strayalongtheway
Twitter: twitter.com/StrayATW
Facebook: facebook.com/StrayAlongTheWay
Playlog: playlog.com/@strayalongtheway
