The ALYCASO Beach Shade Sun Canopy Shelter truly astonished me with its mix of portability and coverage, as I've tested a good number of beach canopies over the years. It held up better than I had anticipated for a windy weekend on the beach; even when used alone, the setup was surprisingly simple, and the sand anchors and poles seemed solid. My group of four, together with our coolers and equipment, had more than enough shade in the 150 square feet, and the Regatta Stripe design added a playful, bright touch that made it easy to recognize from the lake. It's easy to tote anywhere and has enough uses that I've even used it for a cookout in my backyard!

In fact, this tent is not too light. With support poles, the weight will reach 6.6lb. The fabric is thick, waterproof should be good, the height and width are very suitable, there is enough space for one person.

The tent fabric was too tight, so it was impossible to get the pole tips properly seated at the base. I asked a big muscular guy to help me with it, and he couldn’t do it. Then, while moving the tent, one of the spring loaded pole segments came out and the spring stretched out, which made it impossible to put back together. So now I have an overpriced glamping tent sitting in my yard with no structural support, and it’s too late (not to mention too heavy) to return. This was honestly my biggest regretted purchase of the year.

So complicated to put together. Yet it’s super cute once it’s up.

Held up nicely in wind and rain with no leaks.