Beach Tent, Beach Canopy Sun Shade with UPF50+ UV Protection, 10x10ft, Includes 8 Sandbags, Sand Shovel, Ground Pegs & 4 Stability Poles, Pop Up Sun Shelter for Camping, Picnics, Backyard Fun

Impressed with All Features of this Beach Canopy
I admit I’m that obnoxious person who usually won’t write Amazon reviews, but will always read them before making a purchase. But in the case of this Vibemo Beach Tent, I’m inspired to spread the word about how great this tent is!Most of the other reviews have covered the main positive features of this 10 x 10 tent that gives ample protection for at least six beachgoers, along with keeping your cooler out of direct sun. But here’s my two cents. We just returned from a week in Anna Maria Island, FL and set up the tent at least five times. By the third time, we were set-up experts and got the tent in place in under four minutes. It’s key to roll out the tent fully, fill the eight bags with sand, THEN position the poles under the tent. I’m no engineer, but even this 70-year-old woman who made a D in high school physics figured out how to adjust the angle of the poles to compensate for the direction and strength of the wind. The instructions suggested digging holes for each of the sandbags, but we found it just as effective to throw more sand on top of the bags after filling them rather than trying to dig holes for each of the eight bags. The eight-bag feature really adds to the stability of the tent and anchors it against the wind. A couple of other reviews stated the tent didn’t withstand moderate wind speeds, but we didn’t find that to be a problem for us.I support so many other reviewers in the praise of ample sun coverage of the tent, the compact and lightweight storage bag, along with easy set up and take down.By the end of the week, our tent still have the Gulf Coast, sugar-fine sand embedded in the fabric of the tent no matter how diligently we tried to shake that sand out before packing it away. I thought the instructions were a little vague on care/washing of the tent, but when I returned home, I took a chance and washed the tent in my washing machine on delicate with just a small amount mild laundry detergent. To dry, I spread the tent out in the grass in my back yard. This washing/drying procedure worked beautifully and I packed away a clean, sand-free tent.Obviously, I don’t the lifespan of this tent long term, but I’m sure it will hold up for several years for our bi-annual trips to the beach. I was looking for a good, reliable, easy to use beach canopy priced around $100, and with this one currently on sale 50% off, I recommend you jump on this deal if you are in the market for a great beach tent!

Beats my old metal frame tent
Bought this for our recent beach trip, since I saw several last time we went. It is definately easy enough to put up by one person, just make sure you read the instructions and raise the side where the wind is approaching first. Fill the bags with sand to overflowing or they won’t weigh enough. You will have to adjust as the wind changes throughout the day. Wind was 15 mph one day and it held up fine. It doesn’t block the sun as well as a traditional metal frame tent, as I got sunburn on my thighs sitting in a chair. I wonder if it could use a tarp under the lycra for more shade, anyone tried that? However, handling the wind beats breaking another metal frame tent! It all fits very nicely in the included bag, so much easier to carry than the old metal frame.