The Carefree of Colorado EZ ZipBlocker is a two-panel mesh sunshade system that installs permanently into your awning roller tube and zips on or off without a ladder every time you set up camp. It blocks up to 85% of sunlight and glare while preserving your view and airflow -- the smart alternative to a solid privacy panel.
Most clip-on awning shades require you to re-hang the entire panel every trip and wrestle with hooks at full arm extension. The EZ ZipBlocker solves that with a two-piece design: a 2 ft top panel (the "lead") that slides into the open slot on your awning roller tube and stays there permanently, and a 6 ft body panel that zips onto the lead when you want shade. The lead rolls up with your awning canopy each time; when you deploy at your next site, the body panel zips on from ground level in seconds.
The woven 100% polyester mesh with durable vinyl coating is lightweight enough to roll with your awning system and tough enough to handle wind, UV, and repeated use. At 11.7 lbs for the full 15 ft width, it won't stress your awning arms or hardware.
Woven black mesh cuts up to 85% of incoming sunlight and glare while still allowing airflow and a view through the fabric.
The top lead panel stays in the roller tube permanently. Zip the body panel on or off from ground level at every setup -- no climbing required.
Vinyl-coated woven polyester resists UV degradation, holds its shape under wind load, and cleans easily with mild soap and water.
Comes with the lead insert panel, zipper body panel, Velcro attachment strips, grommets, and ground stakes -- ready to install out of the box.
The EZ ZipBlocker splits the shade into two functional sections:
The result is 8 ft of total drop when both panels are connected: enough to block low-angle afternoon sun and provide meaningful privacy along the open side of your awning.
The EZ ZipBlocker is designed for awnings that have an open slot in the roller tube -- the channel that typically runs the length of the tube for accessories. This is a standard feature on most Carefree of Colorado awning systems and many other brands. Verify your roller tube has this open channel before ordering.
Initial install is a one-time task that typically requires two people and a step ladder to reach the roller tube: