SERIOUS CORRECTION

folks, I need to apologize to all of you for my serious misinformation. I used the word awning to describe the 10 x 15 EazyUp I purchased a Cabela's.It has been pointed out to me that it is a canopy not an awning. Even the use of EazyUp is incorrect. The item is actually an InstantUp. An awning is connected to the trailer and a canopy is free standing. I am very willing to admit when I am wrong. And WIKI says what?

A canopy is an overhead roof or structure that is able to provide shade or shelter. A canopy can also be a tent, generally without a floor.

A canopy (building) is an architectural projection that provides weather protection, identity or decoration, and is supported by the building to which it is attached and a ground mounting, by not less than two stanchions (upright support posts). A canopy comprises a structure over which a fabric or metal covering is attached. Canopies can also stand alone, such as a fabric covered gazebo or cabana.

An awning or overhang is a secondary covering attached to the exterior wall of a building. It is typically composed of canvas woven of acrylic, cotton or polyester yarn, or vinyl laminated to polyester fabric that is stretched tightly over a light structure of aluminum, iron or steel, possibly wood or transparent material (used to cover solar thermal panels in the summer, but that must allow as much light as possible in the winter). The configuration of this structure is something of a truss, space frame or planar frame. Awnings are also often constructed of aluminum understucture with aluminum sheeting. These aluminum awnings are often used when a fabric awning is not a practical application where snow load as well as wind loads may be a factor.

The location of an awning on a building may be above a window, a door, or above the area along a sidewalk. With the addition of columns an awning becomes a canopy, which is able to extend further from a building, as in the case of an entrance to a hotel. Restaurants often use awnings broad enough to cover substantial outdoor area for outdoor dining, parties, or reception. In commercial buildings, an awning is often painted with information as to the name, business, and address, thus acting as a sign or billboard as well as providing shade, breaking steep winds, and protecting from rain or snow. In areas with wintry weather, most awnings do not have to be taken down at the end of the summer - they can remain retracted against the building all winter long, or be designed and built for those conditions.

And of course I should have read the description at the store before posting to my blog:

Commercial-Grade Instant-Up Canopy and Accessories

With a commercial-grade, heavy-duty top, extra-strong frame and instant-up assembly, our Commercial Grade Canopy is the most-durable and easy-to-set-up shelter we offer, and is the best value in a shelter on the market. Great for backyard entertaining, receptions, family and work gatherings, camping and other outside activities, its straight-leg design has a larger coverage area than traditional angle-leg shelters. Our new line of accessories paves the way for unmatched versatility.

Please forgive me, I am just a simple man.