Whether you are planning an outdoor even with friends and family or simply need a way to protect outdoor fixtures and furniture from the glaring summer sun, a Bravo Sports Quik Shade Weekender 64 Canopy is a cheap and practical means of portable sun canopy. Like many canvas canopy designs, the Quik Shade model absorbs less heat than metal canopies and is light enough to be picked up and moved from place to place by only one person. Bravo Sports manufactures a number of outdoor canopies — and outdoor equipment to match, including furniture and camping gear — but the Weekender 64 canopy may be the best available on the market for weekends out, trips to the beach, or just relaxing in the back yard.
The number sixty four refers to the square foot area of the canopy; at eight by eight feet, it can provide shade for half a dozen people or a large dining table comfortably. The one piece model comes fully assembled, so that no installation or extra work needs to be done other than setting up the legs for full function and capability. A hook and loop allows for the top canvas attachment to be easily taken on or off in the case of inclement weather or packing up. Spring loaded leg extenders increase the height of the canopy for extra shading area; at a seven foot maximum height the are few people who cannot stand comfortably under the Quik Shade!
Durability is key to Bravo Sports’ line of canopies. The fabric is one hundred percent UV protected, so not only will the sun not pierce through the fabric but also it will not fade in the direct sun. Additionally, the UV protection means that the top of the canopy will not heat up over the duration of the day and cause those underneath to feel the uncomfortable rise in temperature. A one year warranty gives peace of mind to any customer with high intensity plans for backpacking, bicycling, or sporting events. At only sixty dollars, it costs a fraction of many other canopies designed for porch and patio use.
The Bravo Sports Quik Shade Weekender 64 Canopy has garnered mostly positive impressions from customers, claiming that the large space is great for any size family and the set up is a breeze. The only negative remarks are centered around heavy rain causing the fabric to buckle; it is recommended that the canopy be taken down during rain.



July 7, 2010
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