Wind turning your awning into a sail? The Valterra Awning Buddy clamps down on awning flutter and noise so you can actually relax at your campsite. The 12-inch clamp size delivers 50% more stabilizing contact than standard awning clamps, and the rubberized grip surface holds fabric securely without marring or tearing. Each pack includes two clamps -- enough for a full standard awning installation.
Even a moderate breeze can turn a loose RV awning into a constant source of banging, flapping, and vibration -- annoying at a campground and potentially damaging to the awning fabric and hardware over time. The Valterra Awning Buddy is a purpose-built solution that clamps directly to the awning roller or fabric rail and holds everything taut and stable.
The locking lever design means installation and removal take seconds -- no tools required. Adjustable clamping pressure lets you dial in just enough tension for your specific fabric weight and wind conditions without over-stressing the material. The rubberized contact surface grips the awning securely while protecting it from scratches or abrasion.
50% more contact surface than shorter competitor clamps for superior awning stability in gusty conditions.
Non-slip rubber contacts the awning fabric or rail without scratching, marring, or leaving marks.
Tool-free installation and removal in seconds. Lock it on when the wind picks up, pop it off when you roll in the awning.
Dial in tension to suit your awning fabric weight and current wind conditions without over-tightening.
Repeated flapping and flutter stress the awning fabric at the hemline and at roller attachment points. Over a camping season, that cyclical stress can lead to premature fraying and hardware fatigue. A properly clamped awning also stays quieter at night -- especially important when camping with family or neighbors nearby. The Awning Buddy is a low-cost preventive measure that protects a significantly more expensive awning investment.
No tools needed. Open the locking lever, position the Awning Buddy over the awning fabric rail or roller tube, close the lever, and adjust the clamping screw to your preferred tension. Repeat for the second clamp at the opposite end or at a midpoint depending on awning length. Remove before rolling the awning in.
The Awning Buddy is designed to fit most standard RV roller awnings including common sizes from Carefree of Colorado, Dometic (formerly A&E), and Lippert. The adjustable clamp accommodates variations in roller tube diameter and fabric rail profiles. Always confirm your awning rail profile is compatible before installing.