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Table Of Contents Click here to jump to; Vango Faros II Low Drive Away Awning Review Vango Faros II Low (Poled) Awning 2024 (180-210cm) Overview The Faros is the latest lightweight poled drive away awning from Vango, it features Vango’s Sentinel Active quality fabric ensuring a compact pack size ideal for short breaks away without taking up valuable storage space. The Faros awning can be left freestanding while you head out for the day and then easily reattached on your return thanks to its multi attachment options and simple double entry tunnel structure. The large front door with mesh panel creates a great living space making this awning a great addition to your vehicle on short breaks away. Value For Money? The Faros poled awning is classed as an entry level priced awning. We honestly think it’s great value for money and you can be confident with a trusted brand like Vango you’ll get an extremely high quality product. Compare this awning to that of other brands and you’ll realise with the quality materials they use and the smart features, your’re getting a huge amount for the cost. If you’re wanting some more space on those long weekend camping trips away then this drive away awning is definitely one to consider. You can view more details and the best price by clicking the link below. To read our full review just keep on scrolling! A Little About Vango Vango is a renowned outdoor equipment brand that specialises in manufacturing high quality camping gear and outdoor equipment. Established in Scotland in 1966, Vango has built a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and durability in its products. The company offers a wide range of outdoor gear, including tents, sleeping bags, camping furniture, backpacks, awnings, and camping accessories. Vango’s product lineup caters to various outdoor activities, from family camping trips to adventurous backpacking expeditions and everything in between. One of the key strengths of Vango is its commitment to innovation and technology. The brand continually strives to develop new materials, designs, and features to enhance the performance and comfort of its products. For example, Vango has pioneered the use of innovative fabrics, such as their patented Sentinel fabric, which offers superior waterproofing and durability. In addition to innovation, Vango places a strong emphasis on quality and reliability. The brand rigorously tests its products to ensure they meet the highest standards of performance and durability, allowing outdoor enthusiasts to rely on their gear in various weather conditions and environments. Specifications Pitching Time 14 Minutes Kador Length 260CM Kador Height 180-210cm Weight 10.4KG Length 275CM Height 205CM Width 290CM Fabric Sentinel A Pack Size L75.0 x H26.0 x W26.0cm Campers Content Review As someone who loves going on outdoor adventures with friends, I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Faros drive away awning from Vango firsthand. A close friend of mine purchased the awning for their VW camper and we went on a long weekend away in the Lake District to test it out. From its lightweight design to its waterproof features, there’s so many aspects of this awning I want to cover. Here’s my in depth review based on its key features, offering insights from my personal perspective. What Is It Used For? Lightweight, Compact, and Waterproof:The Faros awning boasts an impressive combination of lightweight construction and compact design, making it incredibly easy to transport and set up. The Faros is classed as a lightweight polysester touring awning. Polyester fabric is commonly used in the production of drive away awnings due to its lightweight and compact nature, making it ideal for touring campers. It offers convenience and portability, so it’s ideal for those shorter trips away. What Vehicle Is It For? The Faros is designed for Vans and motorhomes with an awning rail height of 180-210cm. This is classed as a low awning so is perfect for VW Transporters and similar height vehicles. It also comes with multiple vehicle attachment methods. All Vango awnings come with pre attached 6mm kador, 8M over vehicle straps, roof bar attachment tabs and sleeve for pole & clamp kit system. This ensures our awnings are compatible with any vehicle How Does It Handle The Weather? The Faros polyester fabric has a 70 Denier rating. Denier is the measurement of how thick the fibres are that make up the fabric. 70 Denier is the entry level fabric for drive away awnings, so is ideal for summer touring and short trips. The compromise is this, lower Denier fabrics make the awning lightweight and compact however aren’t as durable and suited to the colder months as higher Denier awnings. If you’re wanting something you can use through the winter months and for longer trips away then it might be worth considering an awing with a higher Denier. The Faros will serve perfect for those who want to primarily use it over the warmer months for shorter breaks. Rain The Faros has a hydrostatic head rating of 3000MM. Hydrostatic head is a measurement of how waterproof a fabric is. A rating of 3000MM is very good as anything 3000MM and above can handle pretty much any rain Europe can throw at it. The Lake District of course provided us with some heavy downpours and the Faros stayed completely dry and comfortable even during the heavy rain showers. Its weatherproofing capabilities allow you to explore the outdoors without worrying about unpredictable weather conditions.The Faros also has a sewn in groundsheet which provides a bug and draught free environment, enhancing comfort and protection against the elements. The external storm skirt offered all round protection which also came in very handy while camping in the Lakes! Wind The Faros comes with a TBSII (Tension Band System). This is anther great piece of technology Vango have created and proved to be a lifesaver during adverse weather conditions, particularly strong, changeable winds like we had in the Lakes. Its ability to brace the beam or pole at three points prevented nearly all sideways movement, make