Stretch Fabric Out

Stretch out the fabric, moving the bags apart in an x-pattern. The fabric should be taut, without any excessive flapping.

Fill Sand Bags

Fill the bags fully, being careful to use sand free from snag hazards or sharp items. Move the bags carefully, with both hands on the bottom to create tension on the fabric.

Place Poles

Poles should be placed about 6-12" from the corner, and close to the front edge (where the wind is coming from).

Adjust As Needed

Two most common errors in setup are not filling sand bags to capacity or not stretching the fabric.

This image illustrates a full bag (left) and one that needs more sand (right).

Large Otentik Sunshade

The large Otentik sunshade is our most popular beach tent, perfect for groups of 4 or more people (depending on how much you like them). Weighing just 4.8 lbs, this sunshade is a willing participant to all your worldwide travels.

Product Details:

• 9 ft x 9 ft shade
• 6.5 ft tall aluminum poles
• 4.8 lbs and 23" packed up
• UPF 50
• High quality fabric from Italy

Medium Otentik Sunshade

The medium Otentik sunshade is perfect for a couple (or up to a family of 4). This is a staff favorite, as its more compact, easier to setup and takes up less space than a large, and fits in your carry on luggage.

Product Details:

• 7.3 ft x 6 ft shade
• 5.5 ft tall aluminum poles
• 4 lbs and 19" packed up
• UPF 50
• High quality fabric from Italy

Nano Otentik Sunshade

The Nano Otentik sunshade is designed for the avid traveler, and fits up to 3 people.

Product Details:

• 4.8 ft x 7.5 ft shade
• 4.5 ft tall aluminum poles
• 2 lbs and 11" packed up

Otentik Sunshade Pole

In most cases, the standard setup with just two poles works great. An extra pole or two is only needed on days when theres little to no wind.

Large poles are 6.5 ft tall (202cm), medium are 5.5 ft tall (172 cm). Poles are sold as a single unit (not a set).