FOX-WING FOLD-OUT AWNING
Brand new from the team at Rhino-Rack and OzTent is this versatile, bolt-on awning called the FoxWing.
It takes pull out awnings to an all new level with a never-before-seen design that completely shades one side and the rear of your vehicle. It’s a patented one-piece design which simply swings out when you need it, no unfolding as such and no fuss.
The team at MOFAC Vehicle Systems are the national distributors for FoxWing, Rhino-Rack and Oztent product and were in attendance at the National Mystery Creek Fieldays back in July 2009.
As I strolled past the MOFAC stand I noticed the FoxWing in all its glory and immediately considered it as the answer to seriously versatile pit paddock protection from the elements. After having a chat with Peter Baucke from MOFAC, we got the ball rolling for a demo to be fitted to my KR-branded VW T5 van.
Two months later I was busting miles up and down the country with the Fox-Wing bolted to the roof of my van along with a pair of Rhino-Rack bars.
SIMPLICITY ITSELF
Most racers equip themselves for weekends away with some form of Ezi-Up tent for shade from the elements. The FoxWing serves a very similar purpose, but has two major advantages.
Firstly, because the unit is mounted to your roof the only set up needed is to unzip the weather-proof protection bag, unclip the rubber lock strap, grab the top bar and walk around the edge of your vehicle.
Included in the FoxWing package are telescopic poles, pegs and ropes to securely fasten the FoxWing down for safety on those breezy days.
The coverage of the waterproof and mould resistant wing protects one whole side and rear of your vehicle leaving plenty of room to pit your bike and set up table or chairs. There’s even a drain pipe incorporated into the canopy at the rear hinge point for added protection.
The second major benefit of the FoxWing is the impressive ability to zip in just about any OzTent product to extend the FoxWing into a fully fl edged camping weapon for those locked into full-blown camping missions.
KEEPIN’ IT PEGGED!
Like your ever popular Ezi-Up, the FoxWing needs to be secured when the wind starts to get up. In fact to be on the safe side I always had the unit pegged into the ground.
It was a real bonus not having to lug out and set up a heavy shelter when attending the races by myself, and when the heavens opened, the FoxWing did a marvellous job of keeping my gear dry.
One reservation that initially crossed my mind was the extra drag or whistling created when roof racks and/or storage boxes are roof mounted. I’m happy to report that the FoxWing is whisper quiet and places no extra drag on the vehicle.
Although the extra height meant getting my sneaky double cheeseburger combo from McDs drive-through was no longer an option.
PRICE POINT
With a super easy five step process to set up and pack down, the FoxWing must surely be the perfect choice for racers, especially families, looking for a more versatile product. It’s extremely well constructed, won’t rust and comes with a two year warranty and at last check retails for a competitive $1199. Guide your browser to
www.teammofac.co.nz for more information, dealer listings and related Rhino-Rack/ OzTent product.
