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Re: Gazebo brands?
« Reply #25 on: October 05, 2015, 09:42:32 AM »
I have an outdoor connection 3X3 gazebo, has been excellent to date. Been is some pretty heavy rain with no issues, would definitely recommend.

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Re: Gazebo brands?
« Reply #26 on: October 05, 2015, 05:59:08 PM »
Didn't check the brands that I saw flying away at Patonga,the one we helped tie down was an oztrail. 
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Re: Gazebo brands?
« Reply #27 on: October 05, 2015, 06:37:41 PM »
my neighbours use pool noodles in the gazebo roof curved to stop the rain from pooling.
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Re: Gazebo brands?
« Reply #28 on: October 05, 2015, 08:37:40 PM »
Hello GT,

I have an observation on the Oztrail that may be worth considering. I owned both the standard and deluxe 3m x 3m at the same time. For their intended purpose I would NEVER bother with the deluxe again.

The reasons are:
1. Weight. The deluxe is a fair bit heavier and also larger when collapsed
2. Roof support. The standard has 4 support arms (albeit flimsy) that run from the apex to the 4 corner posts.  The deluxe has a central support spire that tensions the roof from the top of the corner posts. What this means is that with even the slightest amount of rain on it the deluxe roof sags badly. These structures are not designed to be waterproof, but chances are you will leave it out one night (or day).  Once stretched the material is ruined and will always sag.
Note: Under moderate to heavy rainfall both styles collect water no matter what around the 4 sides of the roof. But for light drizzle and showers the standard will hold its shape and shed the water, wheras the deluxe holds all precipitation regardless of the fall rate.
3. Roof Structure as mentioned above. The deluxe roof frame is too low and taller people clunk there head on it.
4. Price. The deluxe is dearer by between $30-$50.

Not quite what you were asking, but something to consider if you do choose a gazebo in this style.

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Re: Gazebo brands?
« Reply #29 on: October 08, 2015, 05:36:59 PM »
I work in a camping store and we sell oztrail, outdoor connection and Coleman. Oztrail deluxe gazebo's are cheap and work pretty well. They however struggle with any heavy rain as water can pool in the corners and the tops flap around a lot in the wind. The frames however are of reasonable quality. Coleman are fairly similar

Outdoor connection however have a much much heavier top and a higher pitch in the roof. This eliminates both of the problems that the oz trail has. They come in steel and aluminium frames but are a bit more expensive.
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