Wednesday 8 February 2012

Learn information about the Rewards and Specifications in Regards to the Coleman canopy

By Pasty Heyward


I suppose you could say that the modern day canopy is a prehistoric design. If you go back as far as you can in history and look into the shape and design of the cavemen you will probably find a form of shelter similar to the modern day canopy. It may of been constructed of grass , leaves, fronds or leather, but still pretty much like the current day design.

If you are looking for a modern shelter with sides on it to keep the elements out, then maybe you should be considering a tent instead. A canopy can be purchased with one or more side panels but they will not be as tightly sealed as a regular tent.

On the back walls of some peoples homes you will find a rolled up canopy attached above the windows and doors. These can be rolled out when the home owner wants to extend his shade or rain protection over a patio area. Hot dog vendors, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, weddings and Picnics are just some of the many uses for canopies.

Years ago, at the turn of the century, a gentleman named W.C. Coleman was out selling office equipment door to door and happened across a type of kerosene lantern that had been converted to use gasoline. The gasoline burned a lot cleaner than the kerosine and provided a much whiter looking flame. The rest is history. As you know the Coleman company went on to make lanterns, coolers, gas stoves, sleeping bags, tents and of course canopies.

The current day canopies are no longer made of left over animal skins or grass, but high tech fabrics that fight the elements extremely well, and last many years. Coleman, just like the other manufacturers make several different sizes and colors of these canopies and most them can be set up in as little as three minutes.

If the you don't enjoy assembling a tent or canopy with a whole lot of parts, then you need a modern style "pop up" canopy. Just get your three buddies to help you pull the four corners out to unfold the mechanical frame work. One person will work just fine, but for a quick job, get some help. The fabric comes already attached to the frame so after you have pulled the canopy out to its extended position just raise the corners up and lock the tabs in place in the holes on the legs.

Coleman has gone one step further with their smaller 10 x 10 canopies and is making canopies under a special license from the NFL (National Football League) that carry your individual teams colors and logos on the fabric of the canopy. Now, you can have your tail gate party out in the parking lot or where wherever you want and show off your team spirit.




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