OVS Nomadic 270 Updates and Wall Review // Amazing Awning for Half the Cost?
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- čas přidán 20. 04. 2020
- After 4 months it's time to update our review of the Overland Vehicle Solutions Nomadic 270 Awning. Plus we just purchased the walls! Take a look to get our full review.
This awning and walls was bought with my own money and is not sponsored by OVS.
This is the adult version of building a fort out of sheets and couch cushions.
Exactly! And with the camper top opened it’s even got a loft. Speaking of which, I wonder how surprised my wife would be if she came home to find a huge fort in the living room...off to find our extra blankets
@@ScenicCityAdventures Sounds like a fun night if you ask me! Disclosure: Wife happiness not guaranteed. Might end up having to sleep on the couch. Unless.... you got yourself a fort in your living room!!!!!
Awesome review, I've been waiting to pull the trigger on this setup, nice to see it "in person". Just a friendly tip from a welder/fabricator; though it can support itself and the walls without the legs, I would be extremely cautious without them. That amount of weight can easily bend the hinges, and cause stress at the welded joints. I would hate for people to start giving this thing bad reviews due to their lack of proper use, aluminum, while strong, is prone to cracking as it's more brittle than mild steel.
Joshua Beaulieu That’s a great point! Thank you!
Joshua - Thank you for this info. I wouldn't have known that and would probably have been "one of those" people. 😏
This awning specifically says in the directions that it is only to be self supported while being set up.
Thanks for this point. 👊
I was thinking the same thing. Definitely risky, especially if the wind really kicked up. Plus I think I'd like the piece of mind securing really well to preserve the life of it.
I do really like the setup.
Thanks for the video. I’m waiting for my GFC to be built this June and I’m impressed with this 270 awning with the walls.
Absolutely! Glad to help
I love the look of that awning, and really want one. I use my awning pretty much every time I go out, and this looks much better than mine. The only problem I have is the lack of enclosed room! Even though I only use my enclosed room about 4 times a year, the times I use it, it's worth its weight in gold! The enclosed rooms are fantastic for keeping the bugs out! I only ever use it in mosquito country!
I would love a bug net option for this one. Those enclosed rooms are great for Mosquitos! But for now I think I may pick up a Gazelle 4 Person Screened Tent. Seemed to work well for @LifestyleOverland in Alaska.
@@ScenicCityAdventures a Gazelle screened tent is a good idea. Compared to the awning room, it would be a lot easier to put up, and would probably take up less space!
Thanks for the really detailed review! Solidified my decision on this awning! 👍🏽
Roderick Aquino You are most welcome! I think you’ll love it!
love this video dude makes me want to bring ppl smiles as you have!
I would have to say that adding the additional weight of three walls and also adding more downward pressure using the stakes, without deploying the support poles, you are very likely going to contribute to early failure of the awning system. That is just common sense.
TheIvoryman No doubt! We use the poles with the walls.
Even without the wall I would use the legs. Rain or wind will put a lot of stress on the hinges.
Money well spent. Best of luck with this set up. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks! We’ve used this thing all over from the TN mountains to the Rockies. It’s been awesome! Shade, rain cover, or just wind and cold blocker. We love it
Just pulled the trigger on this awning. Thank for the great review!
Congratulations!! You will love it!
How much does it cost??🤔🤔
Love your videos! We have the same awning and watched yours so we could get it back in the case. Walls are being ordered soon!!!
Thanks so much! And congratulations on the awning. We absolutely love ours. This last weekend using it as shade and getting a nearly 13° difference between the sun and awning shade reinforced how much we love it. The walls are fantastic for adding a little bit of privacy when you can’t be completely off grid and away from everybody. You will definitely love them.
I put the grandkids and the kids to help me set up and take down so they can learn so I prefer with the walls on part of the time and the kids love it too thanks for the video keep up the good work
I was enjoying the video because it was so informative, but you got a thumbs up when your Pyre showed up.
Just ordered one now thanks for the show:)..
Thanks for yor video review, very informative and rxactely what I was looking for. Got mine today and will be installing it in the morning,,,
Glad to help! You will love it!
This is a good one for rescue team 👍❤️.
Hi Elsa! Great review!
Very nice work 👍🏻 so much room for activities
Tyler Seymour Thanks! It’s crazy big! Just need a disco ball for a full party. 😂
very good review, thank you
Great review, thanks!
Thanks for making the video and tips!!!
My pleasure! Glad it helped you!
Love it ! ya may want to add windows or clear plastic to see out of it all the way around... excellent idea !
Bug netting/screen is definitely needed
Thanks for sharing
Be well be safe
Awesome Review!
I'd push out the poles, by the time you put up wall 3, there must be some considerable weight on the arms. Nice setup!
Love your video, thanks for sharing. Great review. I also have the OVS 270 awning with walls attached to my Sunray 109 hunting camper. I love the system. It's not the cheapest, but by far it's the most room and in my opinion from seeing other systems it appears to be the highest quality. Other hunters join me and marvel at how much rain-proof room we end up with. I'm the guy with the tiniest camper and the largest amount of protected outdoor space. It's worth your money if you can foot the bill. You won't regret it, I certainly do not.
Looks like an amazing awning! Nice video man!
Hey thanks! Trying to still get some decent content in spite of the craziness going on in the world
Great video. Luv this awning. Walls are ok but limit the view. They do come in handy occasionally though. What would be really good though is if they had the same size walls but in see-through mesh for bugs and mosquitoes
Amen to that!
I use the walls on my Darche all the time. If the weather is good, I roll up the ones opposite the sun. The walls on the sun side keep shade under the awning in the afternoon.
Nice! They are so convenient!
Great review.
Nthe colour opens up the possibility of using a portable projector on the inside wall! You know, for those epic in the middle of nowhere movie nights 😉
I’d be lying to say didn’t have a battery powered projector. 😁 The best is using it to watch epic rockclimbing movies while camping near the wall you are climbing in the morning! It gets you hyped!
Great setup. Honestly setting up 3 walls on your own would be a PITA over time. I think if you setup the awning and maybe 1 wall that would be perfect.
Totally agreed. Just one wall to give some privacy is enough
That's sweet! Would be awesome to install a fire proof chimney opening so you could use one of those wall tent wood stoves to heat the area. Granted there is quite a bit of open area, but I'm sure if you took the time to stake everything in a way to minimize the gaps, it would provide a nice large area that a decent size group of people could hang out in and stay a lot warmer than without the walls and heat. If I get one of the awnings I'll probably do that. As for you not using the poles, I would probably consider using the poles as well as some guy lines if it became rainy and windy. But if not then you're probably fine without them. It's built pretty sturdy.
That would be super cool! We did end up using a propane fire pit on our last trip almost every night in the enclosed area with a little bit of the walls open for ventilation and it was super nice. A woodstove would definitely produce more heat and I wouldn’t have to worry about refilling the propane.
It definitely needs the poles if there’s any type of wind and honestly it’s better to just use them to keep the aluminum from cracking down the road but it’s nice to see that they can be set up easily without it.
It wouldn't be that hard to put a stove jack in one of the wall panels.
@@ScenicCityAdventures Yeah. You prob'ly shoulda used the poles before staking down the walls. I kept hoping you'd put the poles in and demonstrate the telescoping properties.
That is NIFTIEST thing I've ever seen!
Great video...just bought on Amazon for $899 free shipping. They have the 180 on sale for $599 on their site but after watching this I have to have the full 270 on my GX470!
Congratulations!! When it comes it send me a picture! That should look awesome on the GX470.
@@ScenicCityAdventures New sub as well
Hey thanks! Only one away from 600! Crazy we started the year at around 300
I just put this on my GX 470 with a front runner rack... solid as can be... now after this I want the walls!
Wish it had openable see through screen windows
Me too! That’s the one big thing I wish they would update.
@@ScenicCityAdventures Easy to put on yourself.
Replace rectangular area with the thickest plastic sold by the meters at the Home hardware store. You could get it done too. I love this module it's amazing.
I had a friend that did that this winter. It works great!
Thanks for the detailed videos. I think you have helped me make a decision to purchase an OVS 270. Hopefully OVS will reach out to you and use your video for their website.
Shane Marr Thanks Shane! That would definitely be pretty cool. And enjoy the new awning. The coverage is crazy big! You’ll love it.
PT Barnum & Bailey 👍🏽
That thing is massive
Wow, looks like you’re quite the wall folder. wall 1 and 2 looked like a factory fold%
Bahaha! Thanks!
Thanks for the video. What brand rack system and topper is that?
I'm thinking about one of these for a Colorado Teardrop.
What would be interesting is to have the walls made out of screen fabric as options for one two or three panels
For sure
nice work
Great product! Sure gives you lots of Dry Space if it rains. Definitely set up for an extended camping trip: setting up for overnight? How much does it weigh? How much does rod case top of cap Cost? 👍B Deacon Manitoba Canada 🇨🇦
Ok, now I have to see if it will fit my Dodge Roadtrek 190 ??
All that's missing are Persian rugs, bean bag chairs, a peacock, and a gilt/mahogany throne. Roughing it, well. (Just ordered mine, but ordered the passenger side 270)
OK… If I’m being honest I may or may not have brought a bean bag on a camping trip at one point or another, and not that long ago LOL
Curious, what is the weight of the awning system without the walls?
I have the same awning and love it but do get aggravated a little bit with the droop as well. May I ask what you used as spacers? After watching your video, I'm considering doing the same modification.
Nice setup. How many mounting brackets did you use to mount onto your GFC?
How is it holding up? Still happy with the awning?
super cool set up, I love your videos, I am getting my GFCamper this month and also I have a 270 awning waiting for the camper, have you add a rear bracket to the camper to give support to the weight of the awning? have you noticed any issues with the weight of the awning? I will appreciate your feed back.
Thank you
Thank you! I did eventually add a third bracket to help support the weight. I noticed a couple of the aluminum T nuts from GFC had actually broken after tens of thousands of miles of trail use. After adding the third bracket I did not have any more problems. We still use awning all the time. In fact it’s going to be 18° when we are camping tonight so we will throw the walls on it and the propane firepit inside of it to stay warm.
Something to add after receiving mine, installing it, uninstalling it, ship it back due to it not opening fully, reinstalling a new one...the direction, as vague and bad as they are, clearly state this awning is only self supporting during set-up.
Hello from Australia,great reviews however just curious why you don't leave the tension straps on and just fold them away inside the canvas? I would think they would get misplaced at some stage when packing them up in the back of your vehicle. Excellent idea fixing the droop issue will steal that idea.
Peter From Dubbo NSW.
Hello peter, hope all is well in Australia. I have the 23ZERO 270 on my truck. I pack my straps in a separate drawer in my truck, packed up for travel. Less tension on the zipper, and keep the bulk down for travel. Have fun, go Offroad
Wish they had window zippered screens on it!
Hi sorry for an off topic question: what did you do to stick the badges on top of your car? Thank you! Great video review btw!
Believe it or not they are just stuck with Velcro. Occasionally they start to unstick and I have to stick them back up, but for the most part they’ve stayed the last 40+ thousand miles.
Thanks!
👌👌👌
the reason the awnings pitch down is to help with water drainage. its angled down so the water rolls off the ends if it were flat the water would end up pooling ontop of the awning.
Yep, that’s correct. But for us we use it more in the summer heat and light rain then thunderstorms. That being said, the pooling is minimal even in in strong storms.
Good video! I didnt catch how tall you are when you mentioned it's taller than you. Would you suggest any changes to the walls if you could change anything on the walls?
Thanks! I am 5 foot 11. And if I could change anything I would add an additional window or two with screen instead of just the large door.
Amazing. What was the cost of the awning and the new walls
This is a great awning and I appreciate your review! I really like the wall option, too.
✔The only thing I would change is to have "windows" in the walls, like with tents. That way you could still see some of the scenery if you wanted to.
❔ Do you find that it helps keep mosquitoes out even though it's not sealed that way around?
Ya, more windows would definitely be nice. Ya know, I haven’t set it up to deal with mosquitoes. Usually just for rain or if it’s cold we add a little heater inside. So I really can’t say.
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Can the walls extend out and held by poles?
Nice set up. I have a 2020 Tacoma and would like to put one on my. But I do not have a camper nor do I want to put one on. I do plan to put a roof rack of some sort. I have a double cab so would you know if this certain awning setup will mount to only a roof rack of a double cab? Thanks.... Dave
Dave Salas Hey Dave! I don’t think the 270 would work with just a roof rack, but maybe the 180 would?
i'm shopping-researching a batwing with walls. how have those zippers held up over time?
Just ordered this awning.
I like your idea to use a spacer to raise the deployed awning outer height. I'll be making a set for my three mount points. I presume these are wedge shaped narrow at top and wide at bottom, about the width of the bracket and appear to be about 10mm at the thickest (lower) portion. Could you tell me what thickness you used in your spacers? Thanks!
Congratulations! You’ll love it. I think a wedge will work perfect, We over-simplified it and used a piece of 1/4 inch aluminum and it’s been working fine.
You have a rack on the roof of your truck. What type is it? I have a chevy colorado with the same setup and id like to add some type of rack with an air foil to reduce wind resistance. Can you show you spacers upclose.
Your answering all the questions just about that I've had about this awning for my future GFC (install in June). What are your thoughts about installing a stove jack? How much of a disaster is packup during rainy mornings or is this primarily for nice weather day setup?
Great questions! If we ever get a stove, then I will think the Stove Jack would be awesome. Primarily we use a propane firepit for cooler weather, and just leave a bit of the top edge unzipped as a vent. It works great! We used it nearly every day in Colorado and New Mexico. The advantage for us, is a propane fire pit can be used in a burn ban, where other sources of open flame can’t. I’m not sure about an enclosed stove.
I’ve packed this up in the rain and snow. It’s not fun, but it’s worth a couple minutes of cold / wet for the hours of dry conditions. We can a lot of little spring squalls here in TN. So we’ll quickly pull the awning out, then when the rain stops pack it back up quick.
We’ve had no problems even in but storms, as long as you use the tie outs. It’s been a lifesaver for sure.
@@ScenicCityAdventures I installed a stove jack that attaches with Velcro to my Eskimo ice shanty but any little fire in the alpine camp chef and it becomes a sweat lodge. So, I believe with this awning / walls and maybe a welding blanket one could brave some pretty cold elements with the stove at full burn.
@@JohnLaFosse I doubt doubt it! We’ve done a few nights into the 20s with the walls on and it helps. It will never be perfect with air coming in along the sides and under the truck, but it makes a huge difference, especially if it’s windy.
I wonder if anyone has put this on a dodge promaster? Thanks for the good video.
I wouldn’t be surprised. They seem to be popping up everywhere!
Can the tent go up with the awning out?
Thanks for the video. Considering this awning for sure on my Tacoma. Questions: 1. What size Aluminum SPACERS did you use. 2) Where did you drill on the fitment on the mount? Thanks for your time.
My Pleasure! Glad it could be helpful. I used 1/4 inch spacers, and had to drill through the center of the awnings main plate, where all the arms attach, to use the GFC brackets. Now that I have a Super Pacific Camper, with better brackets that don't sag, I haven't had to do any drilling or add the spacers.
@@ScenicCityAdventures Thanks for the reply. I ordered the awning. 👍 will mount this on my SnugTop camper shell. The shell will have a Yakima roof rail n racks.
Subscribed your channel too😁👍
No problem! That will work great, it comes with some really sturdy universal mounts.
How does this compare with the quick pitch 270 degree awning? I currently have front runner roof rack on top of my camper shell and I was thinking how this can be mounted on the side as I don’t plan on getting a clam shell tent or GFC at the moment. Trying to see how this will complement an ikamper 2.0 RTT instead. Any thoughts and/or suggestions?
Looking at the pictures of the quick pitch it looks to be almost identical to the Alu-Cab. Our friends have that one and it is a great size if you don’t need one as large as mine. That being said overland vehicle systems recently released the smaller version of my awning. It looks to be about the same size as the quick pitch and Alu-cab. Last I looked it was for sale around $599. Using the L brackets that it comes with it should mount just find the front runner rack without sticking as far forward as the large one does.
Who makes your rear bed enclosure. I like this light side panels and the round tube construction.
That is a first generation GFC camper. (GoFastCampers)
Seems good, but what stops water pooling on top as it seems flat, I have a pooling problem on my awning,
I haven’t had any problems with water pooling. There is still enough angle on mine. That being said I needed the spacers on my go fast camper but I did not need them on my Super pacific. It may just be dependent upon your application.
Curious here, it seems like about 10sf more than the RhinoRack batwing, but it costs about $100 more and the walls are similarly priced. Have you used the RhinoRack in the past? I am trying to side by side them best I can for my custom trailer needs
Great question, I have no personal experience with the RhinoRack Batwing. That being said, I have read enough horrible reviews that I won’t be purchasing one. It seems people are popping up on the Facebook groups and Overland forums at least once a week to complain about a bat wing that broke after the second or third use. Of course people that have problems are more likely to post in those that don’t but it definitely doesn’t inspire confidence.
My only thought after watching this is the awning fabric looks pretty lightweight and allows light to come through? What has been your experience in terms of the toughness and durability of that fabric? Also i’m on the West Coast and it gets pretty hot in the desert sun, so thicker insulated fabric is optimal.
Does anyone know if they make a big screen replacement panel?
Can you have the gfc back hatch up as well as the camper open with the awning out?
Absolutely!
The wall material vs the canvas material, is it the same? Thanks, I have the listing at 600D poly/cotton rip stop canvas for the canvas/roof.
You’d have to verify with that maker, but the material appears to be the same.
Have you had the chance to see ARB awnings in person and compare the quality to OVS? I'm debating between the two brands.
ARB makes good stuff. I believe the fabric is a little thicker in the ARB. But I haven’t seen any ARB 270s to compare the OVS to, just the standard pull out ARB.
Hey so you you mention using spacers to address the droop of the awning. Did you buy them? If so where? Any tips so I can install them on mine from the get-go??
Remember all the mods he did void all warranty
And what he calls dropping is actually built into so you do not get puddles on it from rain or snow load
Don’t do it
Yep, do at your own risk. There is still enough droop to handle every thunderstorm we’ve found in the last year.
What did you use for the spacers? Looking to get my awning soon, and wondered how people kept them from dropping at the ends! Any info would be appreciated 🤙🏻
I used some quarter inch aluminum scrap I had laying around. It worked great. The weird thing is I needed them on my previous camper but my new Super Pacific doesn’t seem to need them. I would install it first then see if you need spacers.
Great video. I just bought the same awning, but not the walls yet. Curious, since it’s been a couple years now, how often have you used the walls, and how is the awning itself holding up/aging?
Thanks! We still absolutely love it and haven’t had any problems from the awning. We use the walls quite a bit more than I expected. Whenever we are traveling to states in the Midwest we always bring the walls. Not only do they serve as a privacy shield if we happen to be near people but more importantly they work really well to help retain heat. If we are camping somewhere that doesn’t allow wood-burning fires during certain seasons we bring a propane powered fire pit. If it’s chilly we put the propane fire pit inside the enclosure with the walls on. This generates enough heat for us to sit around and enjoy the evening as well as take the chill off while cooking in the mornings.
Of course they are also useful if you’re in a scenario with a lot of blowing rain.
@@ScenicCityAdventures that’s great to hear! Definitely on my list now. Thanks.
Regarding the spacers that’s you installed, would you be so kind and clarify the location that you installed them?
(I am assuming between the mount and unit itself, correct?)
Yep, That’s correct!
Did you just use regular washers? If not what spacers did you use to angle up the awning?
I used some 1/4 inch scrap aluminum to make the spacers
Hey, I ordered this awning after watching your review. I am trying to figure out which Frontrunner awning bracket will work with it. Do you know the distance between the mounting slots on the back of the awning?
Well congratulations! I don’t, but I can check this morning.
ScenicCity Overland I was able to find the distance. Thanks for replying!
Nice job
But wonder if you ever have chance to try it in wind or any storm?
Absolutely! We have used it in a number of heavy thunderstorms. As long as you deploy the legs and stake it out we’ve had no trouble leaving it up all night. Using the walls also helps keep the wind from getting underneath of the awning.
The small wall #3. Can it be mounted on any of the 3 back 102.3 inch walls? As a single wall?
I don’t believe so. Each wall can only go where it’s supposed to go sadly.
Wooooow
Wow
Very nice…what is the price?! Can you put link for both things…?! 😇
Ciao nuovo iscritto bel video e bellissima tenda con attrezzatura top👍👍💪💪😜😜ciao da Monza
They should add a stove port for winter camping.
For sure!
So why did you choose the driver side version over the passenger side? I’m trying to figure out which is better. Thanks
Great question! The original reason is typically if there is a pretty view, I either back up to it for camping, or pull in with the driver's side closer to the edge. That's because it's easier to look down and see where I'm parking. So if their is a creek, a cliff, or a pretty view it's often on the driver's side of the truck. So that's the side I wanted covered by an awning. That's also the side the GFC's side door is on so I can enjoy the view from the side of the camper.
The down side is I wasn't able to use a ladder to get into the side door of the GFC because the awning is in the way. With the new dual door option that wouldn't have been a big deal.
Would love too know how the spacer are made and if u contacted them so they could make them for sale
They are quarter inch aluminum. The interesting thing is I needed them on my Go Fast Camper, but I don’t need them on the Super Pacific camper I have now. I would just try and install it without them first. You can always add some later.
how thick were your aluminum spacers to kick out the bottom, thus raising the rafters?
I believe they were around 3/8ths. Honestly they were just scrap we had around.
@@ScenicCityAdventures smart idea, totally doing this on mine.
Hey there. Would you say the color of the awning is gray or green ish? kinda hard to tell
Yeah video always makes it difficult to see exact colors. It’s gray!
How far behind the vehicle does the awning stick out? ( I have a trailer)
Huh, I'm not sure! When I have it out next I'll see if I can measure for you.
how many times have you actually used the walls? aside from really inclement weather where it's raining sideways, when are you using the walls?
Great question. For me it’s unlikely we will use the walls on our typical road trip style long distance trips. It’s just not worth taking the time to set them up. But, if we are in the same spot for a weekend, we’ll definitely bring them. They add some privacy if you are near a trail. We won’t use all of them, but depending on the setup of camp we’ll probably use at least one.
Walls are good if the sun changes angle on you.
Absolutely!
@@ScenicCityAdventures can you tell us the dimensions and weight of all walls when packed? Do they take up a lot of space in vehicle? Thanks!!
They packed down relatively flat so they don’t take up an enormous amount of space but they are about 36 x 20 x 4, and there are three wall sections each in their own bag. The nice thing is you can roll them up or change the dimensions based on where you are storing them. We kept them packed in a tote and just folded them up to fit the size of the tote.
I am looking at getting this set up for our Van--didn't know they had the ability to get walls.... very cool... mine would attach to the rack on top and would be about 6'8 above the ground. How long are the walls?? Im 6'6 so height is concerning..... do you now if these walls come in a net? are are all of them solid?? thanks for the vid.
The walls are super long. I don’t think it would it would be an issue at all. Unfortunately they only have solid walls. None of them are mesh.
@@ScenicCityAdventures I sold my wife on the awning, but not the walls.... "no windows" she said..... got a point. maybe by the time I purchase the walls--next year-- they will come with a clear spot called a window. thanks for the reply.
@@johnk7093 I'm sure you could customize them to include mesh inserts. I'm the same way......I want air and sunshine 🌞.
Wished the walls had windows
So its been 2 years. How has, or how did, the 270 awning hold up? Thinking about getting one
It’s been awesome. We still use it all the time. So far we’ve had no problems. The zippers still work fine, all of the poles have held up, no mildew or stains in the fabric. We have used this thing all over the country. From 11,000 feet in Colorado to sitting on the beach with every pole and rope deployed to keep it from blowing away in the wind it’s been perfect.
Where did you purchase this from? Their website says it won't be released until June 2020
That’s odd! I wonder if that’s just because they ran out of stock. I got it directly from OVS, but I know a few other companies are selling them. I know ForgeOverlandMotorsports had them with a 15% off with the code “overland”. That maybe going on still.