Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

OMG! I absolutely loved this cabana! Our family loves going to the beach and this was so very handy for nap time or just getting some relief from the sun! I laid in it with my littlest one while the others built sand castles. It gave me the privacy it needed while still allowing me to keep my eyes on the others with an unobstructed view! On a personal note I let the kids decorate the flag atop of the cabana - they got a kick out of it and it made it very personal!

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

So lightweight and easy to "pop up". Definitely practice before the first time you need it - closing is tricky but once you get the hang of it - it's so easy! Great for beach, backyard or picnic!

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

So far I am very happy with this product. It is spacious and offers many options for privacy and protection from sun and wind. I love that i can completely close it up for diaper changes on the beach but then open "windows" to allow for a breeze during naps. It is very easy to set up and provides enough shelter for a family to sit and eat lunch or a snack out of the sun. My only complaint is it is very difficult to close and get back into the carrying bag. I have a lot of experience with spring open product and have never had a problem. I watched the you tube video and was able to close it up on the first try with the exception of the awkward piece that hangs over the front. No matter how I tried to adjust it, it would not fold into the circular shape. I tried at least 10 times zipping and unzipping, tucking it in and leavin it out. I was able to fit the cabana in the bag but there is a flower triangle piece that just hangs out. I didn't want to bend it too hard for fear it would bend the metal and then not work correctly. Overall 4 stars because it is still a great product.

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

We have used this daily since we got it. In the house, the backyard, vacation etc. It is a wonderful product and good investment. I love that I can complety zip up the tent as I breastfeed and it allows us to change our daughter and ourselves in private. Several friends have now ordered and they are just as pleased. Thank you one step ahead!

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

Very easy to use. Wipes clean. Worth every penny!

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

We use this tent in our back yard as well as at the beach. Beach assembly is a bit difficult when it's windy. Disassembly was a little confusing the first few times, but once you get the hang of it, it's quick and easy. Just read the directions and make sure you practice a few times before you venture out with it!

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

Took our 9 month old son to the virgin islands for a week. This cabana came in so handy to keep him from the sun. It was great for his naps on the beach and gave me and my husband time together while he slept peacefully. It was easy to fold up and put away, did it in a matter of seconds although i read the reviews and watched youtube videos before we headed out on the trip so folding it was a breeze. I absolutely loved it and would recommend it...i gave it 4stars because sometimes the window did not circulate the breeze enough but it was worth it....

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

We have owned this product for 4 years now and love it. It finally started to show its age so we are ordering another one. Yes it can be a little difficult to fold up but once you learn the trick to it you can put it away in under 30 seconds. Someone told me to practice before heading to the beach and after two tries we had it and have never had a problem after. I like the fact that you can zip the front and back to hide stuff when you head down to the water and the kids can change in it before heading home. A really great product. Hint......remember to slowly cross you arms while pushing down as you try to fold it. Once you get the feel for it, it really does fold itself!

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

We purchased this for our first family vacation and was very happy when we opened it on the beach. Unfortunately when it came time to leave, my husband and I struggled for almost an hour to get it folded again. To make things worse it wasn't folded right and the bag it came in ended up ripping. We didn't use it again for the entire trip and haven't since! We own multiple items which fold down similar to this product but for some reason this one is extremely difficult! Save yourself the headache don't buy!

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

This was so difficult to fold up. Even my father the engineer needed to watch someone's youtube video on it several times. I detest this cabana. It is not worth the hassle.

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

Great in theory and perfect for a couple of uses but after that it breaks. I had three then finally asked for a refund. Not worth it at all.

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

I had the older version of this and lent it out to a friend and I can't remember which friend has it! So, I just went ahead and got another one because we live right down the street from the beach and needed coverage for our new baby! This was easy to use and easy to get back in the bag. It is cool under the shade too thanks to the windows! This is also great for the backyard for over a water table or a sitting baby on a blanket with toys! I'm glad I made this purchased!

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

Unfortunately this is my second try at this tent. The first one came damaged and the second one just ripped when I was folding it up after a day at the beach. For the price it is very frustrating to me that it ripped. Now it doesn't get the ventilation it used to before it broke and it became VERY hot & uncomfortable inside the tent. I loved having it and it came in handy with the kids (8mo old and 2 1/2). Just very disappointed that it broke already. Was hoping to get more use out of it for the price.

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

The product is extremely hard to fold back up. We only used the tent three times because of that aspect. The first my husband got lucky and figured it out, the second I was trying for 20 minutes when luckily someone stopped to help me. The third time three of us tried for an hour and still could not get it to fold. I was hoping I could return it for credit since it is not easy to use.

Comments about One Step Ahead Sun Smarties Family Beach Cabana Tent:

Earlier version finally wore out after 9 years of hard service. Loved it, but this new version is a luxury upgrade! Easier to set up and take down, and love the additional vent panels, not to mention the great colors. Order filled so quickly too -- thank you!