What is best portable canopy?

[dragracerray]

I am not looking forward to the heat of summer. I would like a way to at least partially keep the car out of the sun. What products have you guys had good luck with? Here are some of the things I have heard are important.
-ease of setup, ease of tear down
-ability to stay in place in the wind
-what size to use, is 10x10 to small?

thanks in advance, Ray

[FED 387]

if you look around you can usually find at the Big Box stores inexpensive ones (NOT CHEAP BUT LOW COST) or online but figure in shipping if you go online--- Expect to spend about on average in the $100-130 range for a 10x10 and they go up from there- DO NOT get a anything smaller than 10x10 it gets too crowed and some cars are too wide to fit underneath them -whatever you get make sure that the "ribs" that hold the roof area up are metal tubing not the fiberglass rods that the real cheapies have---also invest in some bungee cords or cheap ratcheting straps to anchor the corners down if it gets breezy along with some weights to attach those cords to---Obviously EZ UP is the Cadillac of them all but probably the most expensive watch out for the Walmart units some models are not worth it too many problems(JUNK)---lesser priced units are available and will do a good job---I suggest if it is in your budget buy 2 canopies that way you can move them about if need be to cover the whole car and provide shade for the troops too---Suggest WHITE as any of the others (RED, BLUE) will make everything under neath have a bluish or red tint to it-- thats my experience----FED387

[HR9121]

I highly recommend spending the extra money for one of the EZ UP canopies. They are a little pricey but I have the 10x20 that I've had for 6 or 7 years and it's still in great shape. It's a little on the heavy side but I can put it by myself but definitely works easier with 2 people. Just like everything else we do spend a little more now but save a bunch in the long run.

[65signet]

I have the best luck with Summit brand canopy, it has lasted longer that any of the others, and you cant beat the price.

[JGrossijr]

There are several brands that are good. I think it's more about the features and construction.

Important construction/features in my opinion are
- Aluminum frame - for lower weight
- Vertical legs - So shade coverage is as big as the footprint
- Full truss construction - This is a must for strength & durability
- Spring pull pins - Easy to operate and replace if necessary
- Vented top - Less likely to fly away in a gust of wind

I've been happy with the Caravan brand Aluma model. Own several of them

[FED 387]

Also some offer a white powder coated frame nice extra touch but not necessary--- ditto on what the others said 10x20 can be kind of cumbersome but if you have a few guys its easy to put up--just noticed that EZ UP has some sales going now depending on the retailer--FED 387

[dragracerray]

Thanks so much for the suggestions. Lots of good advice. I have never owned a canopy before. This is a big help. Ray