Caravan Awning Pegs Reviewed

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This weekend I have treated myself to some new Awning Pegs. We use the caravan all year round and most of the time find ourselves on hardstanding. Hardstanding pitches require a certain type of peg and your standard tent peg just want cut the mustard. Actually they won’t break the surface of a hardstanding.

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A hard standing pitch isn’t grass. Seems obvious but they’re harder than grass. This picture is us recently at Rookesbury Park. You can see we’re on a hardstanding pitch, it’s similar to Type 1 – compacted gravel for want of another word.

No plastic tent pegs here.

I know what you’re thinking “How on Earth did he get the awning pegs in that stuff?.

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Instead of plastic tent awning pegs, you need to use metal ones. They’re available from all good camping stockists, and some bad ones too. I’ve spent the last couple of years using these:

Metal awning pegs. Mallet required…

Good sturdy metal pegs. You pop them through the rubber loop attached to the awning and give them a good old whack. Minding your fingers of course. These work really well. If you look closely they have a small thread at the bottom and as you hit them they screw themselves in. They are a bit tricky to get out and on a couple of occasions I’ve pulled my back, or done some kind of injury – awningitis probably, as well as the odd hammer rash hitting my thumb. However, they are good pegs and I’d certainly recommend them. They aren’t cheap but are worth the money

As I said at the top of the article, I did treat myself to some new pegs. It all came about because I’d also bought myself a new cordless drill. I’ve always used a cordless drill to put the stays (corner steadies) up and down and the battery was always running out. Recently I’ve been taking the charger as well, which is all added weight.

Wouldn’t it be great if you could buy metal awning pegs that you could screw in with a cordless electric drill/screwdriver. I was pretty sure some bright spark would have them on the market. I mean who wouldn’t want them?? I know I would.

Praise be to the God of Awnings.

There is someone up above the clouds..

OK, they look good, but will they actually work? Well, this weekend I tried them.

You even get a little hex head to attach to your drill/screwdriver, which looks a lot like this.

They were a little bit fiddly to start with, if you use too much speed they churned up the gravel and made a reasonably sized hole, so care and precision is needed. You need to be directly above it and push a little, but not too much. They don’t always work the first time but putting them in isn’t the best bit.

Just wait until you pack away to go home. This is where I’ve hurt my back by pulling the sodding things our of the hardstanding. The whole purpose of these pegs is so that your awning doesn’t fly away in the middle of a gale and snowstorm or whatever the British summer throws at you! So, I’m glad they don’t come out easily, at least that is until I need them to come out. On grass, it’s easy, just a tug with a hock, or maybe the fork end of a hammer. With the metal ones I prize them out this a hammer until I’m red in the face and they’ve only moved 2 mms.

Awning Pegs Removal

Removal is just like removing a screw, albeit a large one. So, just position the head on the top of the peg, set your drill to anti-clockwise and press the button. The unscrew easily and without any effort at all.

The only problem I have with these is that putting them in can be a little tricky, however, everything is made good with these once you come to the removal. I’ll definitely be using them next time, I’ll also pack the bang in type, just in case my battery runs out.

One thing that just occurred to me. How to get them out if your battery is flat when you try to extract them. I’m probably worrying unnecessarily…..

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Best Selling Awning Pegs

Bestseller No. 1
Blue Diamond Hard Ground Tent Pegs, Orange, One Size*
  • Blue Diamond Hard Ground Tent Pegs Orange One Size
  • Sports Outdoors Categories Outdoor Recreation Camping Hiking Tent Accessories Tent Pegs
  • Product type: ANCHOR STAKE
  • Brand: Caravan Stuff 4 U
  • Color: Orange Blue Silver
Bestseller No. 2
Meng Jiaran 20 Pcs Plastic Tent Pegs, 145 mm Awning Pegs Outdoor Camping Pegs Heavy Duty Tent Pegs Camping Caravan Pegs Accessory*
  • High-quality material: Our tent pegs are made of high-quality plastic material, which is durable, will not deform, and will not be easily damaged
  • Scientific design: The tent pegs are designed with beveled tips, which can be embedded more easily when used, and the top has a hook design for convenient hanging ropes
  • Easy to use: Simple to use, just insert the tent pegs into the ground and hit them with a mallet to fix them
  • Suitable for a variety of occasions: These tent tops are widely used in camping awnings, beach umbrellas, etc
  • Package includes: You will receive 20 pieces of yellow tent pegs, 145mm long and 7.5g in weight, which can be reused after good preservation
Bestseller No. 3
Xtremeauto Heavy Duty Tent Pegs Ground Pegs – X20 Hard Ground Camping Pegs For Tent, Awning & Tarpaulin, Long Steel Ground Stakes Metal Tent Pegs With Plastic Storage Case Rock Ground Pegs Heavy Duty*
  • EXCEPTIONAL DURABILITY – Our Heavy Duty Tent Pegs are engineered for the toughest conditions. These steel pegs are built to withstand heavy storms, ensuring your tent, gazebo, marquee, or awning stays firmly grounded, even in the most challenging environments.
  • VERSATILE APPLICATION – Whether you’re setting up camp on hard ground, a football field, or soft soil, our extra-long tent pegs are up to the task. With their robust design, they can secure anything from large netting to trampolines, making them the ultimate choice for outdoor enthusiasts.
  • EASY SETUP – Forget struggling with flimsy pegs. Our tent pegs hammer into the ground with ease, offering unbeatable stability. Say goodbye to worries about your tent getting blown away in the wind – these pegs provide reliable peace of mind.
  • COMPLETE PACK – This 20-pack of tent pegs comes with a convenient storage case, making it easy to keep them organized and ready for your next adventure. Whether you’re camping, setting up a marquee, or hosting an outdoor event, you’ll have the right pegs at your fingertips.
  • SECURE YOUR AWNINGS AND TARPS – Our Heavy Duty Tent Pegs are not just for tents. Use them to anchor your awnings, tarps, or even football nets with confidence. Their exceptional grip on the ground ensures your outdoor setups stay secure and reliable in all conditions.
Bestseller No. 4
Blue Diamond Heavy Duty Steel Metal Tent Awning Groundsheet Pegs- Box Of 15*
  • PEG LENGTH – 9cm
  • COLOUR – Silver
  • PACK QUANTITY – 15 Per Pack
  • GAUGE – 6.5mm
  • MATERIAL – Steel
SaleBestseller No. 5
Blue Diamond Screw Tent Pegs – 20 pack, Purple, One Size*
  • Compatible with Cordless Drill and Pegs ‘Screw-In’ Requires 13mm Drill Adaptor
  • Corkscrewed Shaft for Extra Grip
  • Fantastic on Hard-Standing or Shaley Ground
  • Heavy-Duty Plastic Head to Firmly Grip Guylines with 13mm Bolt Head
  • Includes Robust Plastic Carry Case with 20 Pegs Inside
Bestseller No. 6
Peggi Screw in Tent Pegs – 20 Pack with Case – Heavy Duty Screw in Tent Pegs – Drill Adapter 13mm Socket Compatible – For Hard, Shale, Rock & Firm Ground Surfaces – Dims: Height 183mm x Diameter 7.3mm*
  • TOUGH AS NAILS – Conquer hard stony, compacted, and shale ground with ease. This mallet for tent pegs is designed to tackle the toughest terrains, allowing you to drive tent pegs securely into hard stony, hardcore, compacted, and dense ground effortlessly. NOTE: this product DOES NOT come with a 13mm drill adapter, it is compatible with a 13mm drill adapter.
  • PERFECT DIMENSIONS – Ideal height and diameter for stability. Standing at 183mm tall with a diameter of 7.3mm, our mallet provides the perfect balance between compactness and stability, ensuring your tent stays firmly anchored in various ground conditions.
  • VERSATILE USAGE – Compatible with 13mm sockets. The screw-in peg feature allows for seamless compatibility with a standard 13mm socket, offering convenience and flexibility in setting up your tent.
  • SMOOTH OPERATIONS – optimal fitting made easy. The mallet’s plastic head effortlessly turns to ensure an optimal fitting of tent pegs, eliminating the need for excessive force and reducing the risk of damaging the pegs.
  • DURABLE AND RELIABLE – Lasting performance for your adventures. Crafted from high-quality materials, this mallet is built to withstand rugged outdoor conditions, providing you with a reliable camping companion that will last through countless adventures.
Bestseller No. 7
Blue Diamond POWER Pegs Hard Ground Tent & Awning Pegs x 20 With Plastic Storage Case*
  • Designed For Penetrating Harder, Stoney Ground Pitches
  • 6mm Gauge Steel, 20cm Long, 20 Pegs Per Box
  • Includes Robust Storage Case (Recyclable), Durable Plastic Head (Recyclable)
  • Loose Peg Heads for Personalised Fitting
  • May come in Orange or White Colourway (can not be specified)
Bestseller No. 8
SHUESS 24 Pcs Tent Pegs Metal Heavy Duty – Ground Pegs 12 Inch – Camping Pegs for Hard Ground – Metal Pegs for Awning, Football Net, Gazebo, Beach*
  • Made for All Weathers – The tent pegs metal heavy duty is made of high quality steel, durable and long-lasting, they do not bend or break like others when hammering, suitable for outdoor use in strong wind and heavy rain
  • Effortless Setup – Our camping pegs heavy duty are strong enough that these tent pegs can hammer into soft and hard ground very easily and then fix on the ground stably
  • Package and Sizes – You will get 24 pcs tent pegs metal heavy duty for hard ground, the length of our metal tent peg is 30 cm / 11.81 inches, the hook arch width is 6 cm / 2.36 inches
  • Bending Hook Design – Design with the non-slip bending hook, the heavy duty tent pegs are ideal for outdoor camping and hiking, the hook prevents the peg from going too deep and unseen, you can take them out easily when you not need them
  • Various Uses – These strong tent pegs heavy duty can be used for multiple items not just tents, they are also the ideal tool for awning, football net and gazebo, good for outdoor camping, hiking or other outdoor activities

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One response to “Caravan Awning Pegs Reviewed”

  1. Diana Gonzalez avatar

    Removal is always the biggest part! I have probably set-up over 100 caravan awnings in my day and it’s always essential to have them hold firmly but removal is always a huge hassle. The screw-in pegs look like a game-changer, thanks for sharing.

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