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09-16-03

Flea Market Canopy

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Cheap portable shade from the sun in hot climates, flea market canopies are used by surfers and fishermen in Baja California. I used this 10' x 12' "peak unit" from Jenkins for several years on Baja beaches. Framework is 1 1/8" electrical conduit put together with special fittings and wingnuts. Tarp is attached with ball bungees, fantastic fastening devices. Mine was held down by 4 canvas sacks filled with sand, hanging from the corner posts (rather than stakes). It all folded up and fit in the Yakima Rocket Box on top of my truck. The guys at Jenkins Crafted Canopies were great to deal with; good products, good service.

--Llyod Kahn

Canopies
$64-$323
Jenkins Crafted Canopies
909-594-1349

Also try discounters such as Northern Tool. They have deals on cheap Carport Canopies that are similar.
A large (8' x16' ) goes for $99. -- KK

 


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