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Campers & Touring · Shelter comparison

270° Awning vs Straight Side Awning

Both formats can create useful shelter. The right choice depends on how much protected living area the trip actually uses and how quickly the camp needs to deploy and pack away.

Planning guidance — final supplied configuration remains project-specific.
Vehicle touring shelter systems in a campsite
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Straight awnings keep the shelter simple

A side awning can create quick shade or rain cover beside the vehicle with a smaller deployed zone. That can suit overnight touring, cooking cover and frequent movement.

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270-degree awnings build a larger camp zone

Wraparound coverage can protect both side and rear working areas, which can be valuable for longer stays. The larger shelter can also introduce more deployment, support and wind-management considerations.

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Check the vehicle while everything is open

Doors, tailgates, canopy openings and rooftop-tent access should remain usable in the deployed configuration. Final geometry is checked against the selected VÆRDR system and vehicle.

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