Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > 4 wheels > Equipping the Overland Vehicle
Ezi Awn versus Maggilina? Ezi Awn versus Maggilina?
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
Equipping the Overland Vehicle Vehicle accessories - Making your home away from home comfortable, safe and reliable.
Photo by Andy Miller, UK, Taking a rest, Jokulsarlon, Iceland

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Andy Miller, UK,
Taking a rest,
Jokulsarlon, Iceland



Overlanders Handbook - everything you need to know, available NOW!

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 14 Apr 2003
Robbert's Avatar
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: Gent, Belgium
Posts: 523
Ezi Awn versus Maggilina?
Hi,

Is there anybody who has experience with both the Ezi Awn and Magiolina roof tents? Ezi Awn sureley has the looks, but how about bad weather performance?

How do they compare in warm/cold weather etc.

Thanks for the input,

Rob
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 14 Apr 2003
ctc ctc is offline
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Lincolnshire, England
Posts: 249
No experience of the Magg.

However have used the Eezy Awn in cold and wet weather and they are fine no leaks. However they are less efficient than a conventional tent in these conditions in that there is not a full fly sheet with the insulation that that gives. Also in high winds the partial fly sheet flaps around like mad which can be annoying.

However if judged against other rooftents then I've not come across a better one and the ease of pitching them means that they beat conventional tents hands down in terms of practicality.
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 16 Apr 2003
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Kent, Uk
Posts: 391
Hi
Eazi-Awn
I used one in Africa - in all conditions - and I can't recommend them highly enough. I have also used several other "well known" makes, and none of them was as good as the Eazi-Awn - IMHO.

------------------
ChrisC
__________________
ChrisC
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 16 Apr 2003
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: UK
Posts: 479
We got an Eazi Awn which is great. Did briefly look at Magiolina as quite like the concept and quicker to pitch / take down. however at 6ft 4", just not an option. Think anybody over about 5ft 10" would struggle with one.
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 16 Apr 2003
Robbert's Avatar
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: Gent, Belgium
Posts: 523
Compared to the Eezi Awn I think the Maggiolina is:
- at the expensive side
- takes up more space on the roof
- is slightly wider but also shorter
- easier to put up/down
- doesn't flap in strong wind (just a guess)
- doesn't attract as much attention when you use it after a party in the city of Brussels

The web is full of people admiring the Eezi Awn though. And this has to tell something. Very Little info about the Maggiolina though. Those who used it seem to be satisfied without raving about it.

Hmm. Though choice... :-)

Thanks guys

------------------
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 15 Jul 2003
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: CT, USA
Posts: 43
So far no responses from the maggiolina crowd...
I lived in one for almost 2 months, and our company recently became a dealer for autohome, the manufacturers of magiolina, overcamp and columbus
Because of it's hard shell the magiolina is always weather tight. And it is very stable in the wind. It opens and closes much faster than anything else I've seen.
On a hot night it isn't ventilated as well as most of the all-cloth tents. It does take up more room relative to sleeping area than the folding tents.
The shell is pretty hard to damage, but if you do hit a tree hard enough, field repair is just about impossible.
I think the better comparison is between the ezi awn and an overcamp. The ezi awn has a little better build quality, but I think an overcamp centered on the roof allows better weight distribution and better protection from branches.


__________________
Ed Messenger
VRAA Expedition Society
www.drivetheglobe.com
www.gpsaccessories.com
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 15 Jul 2003
Robbert's Avatar
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: Gent, Belgium
Posts: 523
We found a second hand Maggiolina at a very intresting price, and have it now for a couple of weeks. Putting up and down is extremelyy easy, which is an important contribution to the comfort.

It is on the short side though. With my 1m85 it's really on the limit. I have to fit my feet and head nicely between the bars that hold up the roof.
I think for people taller then 1m80 the comfort of putting the thing up in no time doesn't outweight the reduced sleeping comfort.

[This message has been edited by Robbert (edited 15 July 2003).]
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 16 Jul 2003
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Denver, CO
Posts: 227
They're both very good, and I agree with the points above.

I think the Magg has the edge if you're expecting a wider variety of weather conditions, particularly in colder climates.

Cheers,
Nick.

------------------
www.nickt.com
96 BMW F650
96 Defender 90 300TDi
97 NAS D90
98 Camel Trophy 110
__________________
Nick Taylor, a Colorado Mack'em
blog | vehicles
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 9 Oct 2006
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Boulder, CO
Posts: 7
If you are still looking at tents, here is a thread about many different makes of tents. Many good opinions from practical experience.

http://www.landroveraddict.com/smf/i...topic=348283.0



Beowulf
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 9 Oct 2006
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Kandahar Afghanistan
Posts: 160
We have a Magg, And love it we have used it for the last 2 years in uk, France,Spain ,Germany, Switzerland. down to -10 its quick and easy to put up take down but as mentioned it takes up more space on the rack. Verry quiet in the wind and aerodinamic saving fuel our disco still recently returned 30 mpg around scotland.
__________________
www.landroveradventure.co.uk
Land Rover Discovery 2, Yamaha Super Tenere
Reply With Quote
  #11  
Old 11 Oct 2006
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Kent, Uk
Posts: 391
Just remember that Eezi-Awn make an alluminium box - at a price of course.
Maybe check out their website - was a very well made piece of kit, but you get what you pay for.

Chris
__________________
ChrisC
Reply With Quote
Reply

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

  • Virginia: April 24-27 2025
  • Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
  • Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
  • CanWest: July 10-13 2025
  • Switzerland: Date TBC
  • Ecuador: Date TBC
  • Romania: Date TBC
  • Austria: Sept. 11-14
  • California: September 18-21
  • France: September 19-21 2025
  • Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 22:07.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top