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The Pacific Breeze Easy Setup is a beach tent with a half-dome design and enough space to shade one or two adults. Due to its hub-system design, setup is hassle-free and takes only seconds. At 5 lbs, it's lighter weight than many in our test and is easily portable thanks to the included carrying bag with a shoulder strap. It also takes up minimal space in the car. This is a one-piece product, and its integrated poles relieve the setup stresses associated with more complicated designs. Though different from the others we tested, this model has a simple layout and sets up almost instantly, and we believe it provides everything a solo beach dweller or two could want for a day out. 
With that said, this is a half-dome design, which means the tent does not provide maneuverability or that open-air feel. The footprint is small and is only optimal for up to two people. The fiberglass poles, although lightweight, are not the strongest of materials, though the risk is minimized if the tent is oriented properly with stakes and filled sand pockets. For the beach-going individual, couple, or small family looking to procure shade with minimal effort or damage to the wallet, the Pacific Breeze provides what most folks need for a perfect beach day.

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When you have plenty of space on the beach, this stretchable spandex canopy is easy to set up and offers great sun protection in a variety of positions. However, it commands a fairly large chunk of the beach, which might annoy your neighbors.

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