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30 Jul 2003, 08:58 (Ref:675054) | #1 | ||
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Not sure of this is the right forum but I need a paddock shelter 3 x 4.5m and whilst I'd like an E-Z one I'm reluctant to pay £400.00.
However the "garden store" type are cheap but flimsy. Any suggestions peeps? |
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30 Jul 2003, 09:04 (Ref:675058) | #2 | |
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You won't get a proper quality E-Z up for £400! More like £1,000 with the sidewalls, protective bag.cover and leg weights...
Worth its wait in gold though as its easy to store, move and put up/take down. |
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30 Jul 2003, 09:07 (Ref:675059) | #3 | ||
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Not according to their website but I take your point.
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30 Jul 2003, 09:38 (Ref:675087) | #4 | |
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Peter, what exactly do you have in mind? Do you just want an easy erect canopy, or something with walls etc.?
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30 Jul 2003, 09:39 (Ref:675088) | #5 | |
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Have a look at this and tell me if it's the kind of thing you're looking for
http://www.outdoormegastore.co.uk/ac...zebos_268.html Scroll down to the "pup weekender canopy" |
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30 Jul 2003, 09:40 (Ref:675089) | #6 | ||
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Well side walls would be nice but I have limited carrying capacity. My Cherokee can tow tonnes but it doesn't have much interior space.
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30 Jul 2003, 09:43 (Ref:675092) | #7 | |
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Ok well the weekender might work - side walls are optional and it's designed to be sturdy. See what you think.
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30 Jul 2003, 09:44 (Ref:675094) | #8 | ||
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Where do I look?
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30 Jul 2003, 09:46 (Ref:675095) | #9 | ||
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30 Jul 2003, 10:00 (Ref:675102) | #10 | ||
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Cool.
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30 Jul 2003, 11:28 (Ref:675156) | #11 | ||
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I have 4 EZ up type canopies, 3M sq. They were £150 each from Costco complete with 4 sides, they are called Caravan and are made in Mexico, cheap alternative but just as good. It's just a matter of luck wheather they get any in stock. A friend bought something similar for £50 each new from Ebay and frames are made from Ally. EZ ups are excessivly dear in the UK
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30 Jul 2003, 11:36 (Ref:675166) | #12 | ||
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Well I've looked at the Weekender (thanks EP) and I already have something similar.
Can't get into Costco UK but a 3mx3m is $229.00 from the US and I'd need two. But its a thought. Tried Chequered Flag and they sell a 3 x 4.5m at £450.00 plus VAT. What category do I look at on E bay? |
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30 Jul 2003, 11:42 (Ref:675179) | #13 | ||
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type in 'gazebo' on the search in Ebay, there is a few in there at the moment. a couple are quite big ones
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30 Jul 2003, 11:53 (Ref:675191) | #14 | ||
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Well,
I'll keep an eye on it. Thanks. |
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30 Jul 2003, 12:30 (Ref:675235) | #15 | |
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you get what you pay for and a pukka E-Z up made of steel is definitely the best
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JR Ewing, do you work for EZup?
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30 Jul 2003, 13:44 (Ref:675321) | #17 | |
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no, but a few years ago i thought they were too pricey so i bought a cheaper alternative. Soon realised it was sh*te and wouldn't stand up to usage, so sold it on at a loss. Then bought a Chequered flag. Very strong and sturdy, basically a market stall approach. Took ages to put up and take down, took up loads of space to carry, only really possible with a van or truck. Sold at a loss. Gave up, bought an E-Z from Mayflower marquees. Very sturdy, just about movable by one person, reliable and still perfect after six years or so...
With Vat, delivery, 4 sidewalls etc. etc. was about £1000. Don't think prices have moved much since. Last edited by JR Ewing; 30 Jul 2003 at 13:45. |
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30 Jul 2003, 14:31 (Ref:675350) | #18 | ||
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Hmm,
They've got one 12" x 8" which looks ok. £350 + vat. Sidewalls bring it up to around £700.00 Have to give it some thought. |
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30 Jul 2003, 14:59 (Ref:675370) | #19 | |
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bit small, recommed the more common 15' * 10' as even then you'll be surprised how little room there is with the car in.
One wet day at Snetterton and you won't regret buying the sidewalls neither! |
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30 Jul 2003, 15:15 (Ref:675378) | #20 | |
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Yeah not gonna get much under something 12 inches by 8 inches Mr Mallett...!
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30 Jul 2003, 15:18 (Ref:675382) | #21 | ||
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Hmm.
Size isn't important is it? (Bloody Turkish keyboard?) |
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