Upgrade to the DARCHE 270 Freestanding Awning
A premium shade solution engineered for real Australian conditions.
When it comes to outdoor living on an ALPINE hybrid, your awning is one of the most used pieces of equipment — so choosing a strong, simple, and reliable option makes a huge difference. That’s why we now offer the DARCHE 270 Freestanding Awning as an upgrade over the standard electric awning across the ALPINE hybrid range.
This awning transforms your outdoor space with wrap-around shade, fast deployment, and serious wind-tested capability.
Watch Brian’s Full Setup & Pack-Down Video
See exactly how the DARCHE 270 performs when mounted to an ALPINE hybrid, including the setup process, pack-down, coverage, and real-world usability.
Why the DARCHE 270?
Two years of design. Proven in real wind testing.
DARCHE spent over two years in design engineering, refining and testing this awning before release. It’s the first freestanding awning in Australia to undergo extensive, data-logged wind testing — not just “claimed” performance, but verified, measured, and documented.
Key Wind-Test Results:
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Freestanding wind rating: 30 km/hr
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With poles + pegs: Held strong up to 90 km/hr during testing
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Engineered break points designed to fail safely without damaging the structure
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Fully restorable after extreme wind testing
This gives ALPINE owners confidence when setting up in coastal winds, highland breezes, or exposed outback campsites.
Perfectly Suited to ALPINE Hybrids
The 270 delivers:
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11.5m² of usable cover — ideal for cooking, relaxing, or packing down
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Additional headroom for easy movement
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Heavy-duty 320gsm ripstop polycotton canvas
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Fully enclosed transit cover for weather protection
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Lightweight but strong aluminium framework
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Height-adjustable brackets — tailored for hybrid mounting height
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Fast setup and pack-down (see Brian’s walkthrough video)
This is outdoor living done right — strong, simple, and designed for the places ALPINE campers go.
Technical Specifications
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Coverage: 11.5m²
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Freestanding Rating: 30 km/hr
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Supported Rating: Up to 90 km/hr (with poles & pegs)
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Fabric: 320gsm ripstop polycotton canvas
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Waterhead Rating: 3000mm
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Frame: Extruded aluminium alloy
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UPF Rating: 50+
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Packed Size: 2220L x 200W x 200H mm
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Weight: 26kg
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Warranty: 3 years
Ideal for ALPINE Owners Who Want:
✔ A tougher, wind-resistant awning
✔ More shaded living area
✔ A premium outdoor experience
✔ Simple daily setup and fast pack-down
✔ A durable awning built for long-term travel
Add It to Your Build or Retrofit Your Current ALPINE
The DARCHE 270 Awning is available:
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As an upgrade for all new builds + walls kit package upgrade
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As a retrofit for existing ALPINE owners
For pricing, installation options, or to add it to your order, contact our team.
Let’s make it easy – give us a call.
📞 (07) 5441 2093
📧 sales@alpinecampers.com.au
Darche Instruction Manual: Download Here
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