ezra650 Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 I've been thinking about options for shade on the home range. The canopies seem nice, but some seem overpriced for the quality. Also 1 person setup would be ideal, and the main goal is to have something that can stay up year round. The canopies don't fall into either category it seems. I was looking at large patio umbrellas. Home depot sells one that is held in place with a sandbag. Seems promising. What is everyone using to stay out of the sun and stay cool this summer on the range? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David.Hylton Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 We use carports on our range. We have wired them for electricity and installed fans to fight the Alabama heat. You can find used carports on Craigslist for cheap if you are willing to tear down and put up yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted May 30, 2019 Share Posted May 30, 2019 I used to use 10' x 10' tents - take a few minutes to put up or take down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belus Posted May 30, 2019 Share Posted May 30, 2019 Not suitable as a long-term range improvement, but I've mounted this beach umbrella to my Creedmoor service rifle stool / cart. It works in a pinch if you're looking for some personal shade and can travel with you to other matches.https://www.amazon.com/Sport-Brella-Versa-Brella-Midnight-Blue-Universal/dp/B01KVX3192/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezra650 Posted June 3, 2019 Author Share Posted June 3, 2019 On 5/29/2019 at 9:46 PM, Hi-Power Jack said: I used to use 10' x 10' tents - take a few minutes to put up or take down. I was thinking that would be the easiest option, but for under $100 I'm not sure I would trust ones durability to remain outside in the weather. I have no need to take it down after shooting. On 5/30/2019 at 3:37 PM, belus said: Not suitable as a long-term range improvement, but I've mounted this beach umbrella to my Creedmoor service rifle stool / cart. It works in a pinch if you're looking for some personal shade and can travel with you to other matches.https://www.amazon.com/Sport-Brella-Versa-Brella-Midnight-Blue-Universal/dp/B01KVX3192/ Nice for a match but I want something larger that I can put up and never worry about. The idea about a used carport was good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beef15 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 We had a new high roof carport installed for about a grand. I built a pretty large tin roof pole barn for half that, maybe less, with siding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
broadside72 Posted June 7, 2019 Share Posted June 7, 2019 Set 3 posts and use a triangle canopy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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