Summer is when an awning stops being a nice extra and starts deciding whether your campsite is usable between 11am and 4pm. December in the lowveld, a January riverside camp in the Northern Cape, a lunch stop on the N1 with no tree in sight. Shade is the difference between resting and waiting for the sun to drop.
The Deltawing range comes in three coverage options. Here is how to choose between them for the way you actually camp.
90°: quick shade for day trips and roadside stops
The Deltawing 90° awning rolls out along one side of the vehicle and is the simplest way into shade. It suits day trips, fishing spots, weekend getaways and work sites where you stop for an hour, not a week.
It comes in three sizes, from R3,900 for the 1.4m x 2m up to R5,900 for the 2.5m x 2.5m. The integrated poles swing down and lock in when the wind picks up or an afternoon storm rolls through.
180°: full side cover, set up on your own
The Deltawing 180° awning wraps the side of the vehicle and is freestanding, so one person can unclip it, swing the arms out and tension it. It works well on SUVs and wagons, and on bakkies where you still need clear access to the canopy.
It is available in 1.8m (R10,500) and 2m (R12,500).
270°: wraparound shade for base camps
If you stay in one place for a few nights, the 270° is the one to look at. It wraps across the side and around the rear, so the kitchen, the drawers and the camp chairs all sit in the same patch of shade.
The Deltawing 270° (R15,500) is built to mount on the left side of right-hand drive vehicles, which keeps it clear of the driver's door when it is deployed. The Deltawing 270° XL (R18,500) adds more coverage and blackout fabric that helps cut heat and UV under the canopy.
Planning for summer weather
Heat is half of summer. The afternoon storm is the other half. In Gauteng, Mpumalanga and much of Limpopo, a clear morning can turn into a downpour by 3pm. A few habits help:
- Add walls. A Deltawing wall kit turns an awning into shelter from sideways rain and low afternoon sun. Kits are matched to each awning size and start from R3,900.
- Drop one corner. Lowering one side lets rain run off instead of pooling on the fabric.
- Pack it before the wind arrives. If the gusts are building, rolling up early takes two minutes. Repairing an arm takes longer.
- Air it out at home. If you packed up in the rain, open the canvas up and let it dry properly once you are back.
Which one is right for you?
The short version: the 90° for day stops and tighter budgets, the 180° if you set up alone and move camp most days, and the 270° if you stay several nights at a time and want the whole back of the vehicle under cover.
Pair it with a rooftop tent or one of the canopies or roller drawers, and camp is set up before the fire is lit.
Common questions
Will a Deltawing awning fit my roof rack?
The 180° and 270° awnings mount to an existing roof rack or aftermarket bars. Check the product page for your setup, or ask a consultant on WhatsApp before you order.
Why is the 270° awning mounted on the left?
South African vehicles are right-hand drive, so a left-side mount keeps the awning out of the way of the driver's door while it is open.
Can I leave an awning out during a summer storm?
With the poles down and the ropes tensioned, an awning handles rain well. Strong gusts put a lot of load on the arms, though, so when a storm builds quickly, packing it away is the safer call.
Do awning prices include fitment?
No. Prices on the store include VAT and exclude fitment.
Browse the full awning range, or find your nearest fitment centre on the store locator.