{"id":49238,"date":"2022-06-27T15:05:10","date_gmt":"2022-06-27T05:35:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/?p=49238"},"modified":"2023-01-10T15:35:57","modified_gmt":"2023-01-10T05:05:57","slug":"podcast-supa-peg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-supa-peg\/","title":{"rendered":"Ep62 &#8211; Aussie Pegs &#038; Poles with Supa Peg"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"for-amp wp-block-heading\">Listen to the full episode here:<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"buzzsprout-player-10859877\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t <script src=\"https:\/\/www.buzzsprout.com\/1259564\/10859877.js?container_id=buzzsprout-player-10859877&amp;player=small\" type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n\t<div class=\"wp-video-popup-wrapper\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-video-popup-close\"><\/div>\n\t\t<iframe class=\"wp-video-popup-video is-hosted is-landscape is-resizable\" src=\"\" data-wp-video-popup-url=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/embed\/gSF-O9nYrNo?autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay\">\n\t\t<\/iframe>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"for-amp wp-block-heading\">Or watch the video version here:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ep 62  - Aussie Pegs &amp; Poles with Supa Peg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gSF-O9nYrNo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ever walked into an outdoor store (*cough* Snowys *cough*), asked for advice on a product, and wondered how there could possibly be <em>so much <\/em>to say about a single sand peg?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s tap into that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this episode of the Snowys Camping Show, Ben and Lauren chat with Supa Peg\u2019s Sales Manager Isaac about everything from poles, pegs, and steel spreader bars, to plastic componentry and quality control. In that, Isaac educates us on what\u2019s required to guarantee the robust durability, kick-butt strength, and door-busting resilience typical of every Supa Peg product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Shortcuts:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>00:00 \u2013 Intro<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>00:29 \u2013 Introducing Isaac from Supa Peg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>01:30 \u2013 Isaac\u2019s Story<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>02:58 \u2013 New Gear<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>05:42 \u2013 The History of Supa Peg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>07:03 \u2013 Aussie Manufacturing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>09:27 \u2013 The Supa Peg Crew<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10:10 \u2013 Componentry<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:24 \u2013 Supa Peg\u2019s Range<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>12:18 \u2013 Supa RV<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>13:54 \u2013 Poles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>18:09 \u2013 Plastic Components<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>20:37 \u2013 Spreader Bars and Poles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>25:06 \u2013 Pegs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>30:44 \u2013 Quality Control<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>31:55 \u2013 Most Common Questions for Supa Peg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>34:03 \u2013 What\u2019s in the Pipeline?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mentioned in this episode:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Podcasts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-tent-pegs\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ep5<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-tent-pegs\/\" target=\"_blank\">4<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-tent-pegs\/\" target=\"_blank\"> &#8211; Talkin&#8217; Tent Pegs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-tent-pegs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ep59 &#8211; Shelters for Rainy Days<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Products:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/supa-peg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg (brand page)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/supacube-steel-fire-pit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Supa Cube Fire Pit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/outbound-shield-6-freestanding-awning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Outbound Shield 6 Freestanding Awning <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/frontier-grill\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Frontier Grill<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/supa-cube-grill-and-plate-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Supa Cube Grill and Plate Set<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/gme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GME (brand page)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/polycarbonate-sand-pegs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Polycarbonate Sand Pegs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/big-foot-aluminium-tent-poles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Big Foot Aluminium Tent Poles<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/c-clip-spreader-bar-support-inserts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg C-Clip Spreader Bar Support Inserts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/eye-to-eye-t-nut-spreader-poles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Eye-to-Eye T-Nut Spreader Poles<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/single-35m-guy-rope-light-trace-spring\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Single Guy Rope Light Trace Springs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/croc-bin-v2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Croc Bin V2<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/galvanised-steel-ridge-rails\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Galvanised Steel Ridge Rails<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/big-foot-aluminium-tent-poles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Aluminium Twist-Lock Big Foot Tent Poles<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/big-foot-u-clip-alum-ridge-rail-support-pole\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Big Foot U-Clip Aluminium Ridge Rail Support Poles<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/pole-spigots-for-round-tube\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Pole Spigots for Round Tubes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/nylon-tent-pole-inserts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Nylon Tent Pole Inserts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/double-35m-guy-rope-light-trace-springs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Double Guy Rope Light Trace Springs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/standard-guy-rope-trace-springs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Standard Guy Rope Trace Springs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/gazebo-saver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Gazebo Saver<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/polycarbonate-tarp-pegs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Polycarbonate Tarp Pegs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/polycarbonate-screw-peg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Polycarbonate Screw Pegs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/ground-anchor-tent-peg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Peg Ground Anchor Tent Pegs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.suparvaustralia.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa RV \u2013 online customer outlet<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Introducing Isaac from Supa Peg<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Those who follow Ben and Lauren weekly in the Snowys Camping Show may remember <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-tent-pegs\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ep5<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-tent-pegs\/\" target=\"_blank\">4<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-tent-pegs\/\" target=\"_blank\"> \u2013 Talkin\u2019 Tent Pegs<\/a>, in which Lauren consistently speaks highly of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/supa-peg\" target=\"_blank\">Supa Peg<\/a>. No, that episode wasn\u2019t attributed to any paid promotion or monetary deal \u2013 we just <em>love<\/em> Supa Peg products!<br>In <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-tent-pegs\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ep59 \u2013 Shelters for Rainy Days<\/a>, Ben and Lauren also detailed the various ways in which to create a cover for unpredictable conditions involving rain and\/or wind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The content generated from both episodes meant that an interview with Isaac from Supa Peg was both a natural and necessary progression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Isaac\u2019s Story<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now their Sales Manager, Isaac has worked for Supa Peg for five years. He was initially involved in the metal work, constructing poles and awnings, and worked his way up to Sales. As a result of his gradual progression, his extensive knowledge now spans across each department. In the last couple of years in particular, Isaac has also been privy to the progression of Australian Manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beginning in the factory building awnings, assembling poles, and packing pegs \u2013 Isaac developed his metal work skills entirely on the job. The more training he acquired, the handier a man he became \u2013 which bode well around his family home! Now, his hands are off the tools and his equally-valuable sales skills applied to his office role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>New Gear<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In June 2022, Supa Peg issued their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/supacube-steel-fire-pit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supa Cube Fire Pit<\/a> \u2013 hot on quality, keeping those campsite dynamics cooking!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other recent releases include their first freestanding awning in November 2021, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/outbound-shield-6-freestanding-awning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Outback Shield 6 Awning<\/a> \u2013 impressive and, ironically, a stand-out! Ideal for summertime use with a vast 17 square metre coverage, Isaac admits that he and the team are excited to observe how well this product performs over time. The freestanding design acts as large sail, prepared for the occasional flail and gale, flexing with the wind to relieve pressure from the hinges. For those still suspicious of the apparent strength of a freestanding model \u2013 on Queensland\u2019s Bribie Beach in Queensland, Supa Peg\u2019s Outbound Shield 6 Awning effortlessly withstood winds that reached up to 30 Notts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other fresh frontliners include an addition to the flat-pack fire pit models, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/frontier-grill\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Frontier Grill<\/a>, while the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/supa-cube-grill-and-plate-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Grill and Plate Set<\/a> released in June\/July 2021 has also proven popular. Isaac owns both the Cube Fire Pit and the Grill, each compatible with the other to achieve that five-star smoky char in your campfire cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-3.jpg\" alt=\"A 4WD is parked on the beach, hosting Supa Peg's Outbound Shield 6 Freestanding Awning. \" class=\"wp-image-49323\" title=\"The Outbound Shield 6 Awning is Supa Peg's first freestanding awning \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-3.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-3-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>The Outbound Shield 6 Awning is Supa Peg&#8217;s first freestanding awning &#8211; both impressive and, ironically, a stand-out! Credit: Supa Peg<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The History of Supa Peg<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1974, Supa Peg began as a small, family-run business with the vision of building high-quality products suited to Australian conditions. In 2020, the original family sold the company to new owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As their business name suggests, Supa Peg\u2019s initial product line was solely pegs. While this mostly covered their renowned key-head pegs, their range extended to swags, cargo carriers, and basic-style awnings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, Supa Peg have streamlined their product line to awnings, poles, pegs, and a variety of componentry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Aussie Manufacturing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of Supa Peg\u2019s products are manufactured in their factory in Yatala, Queensland. With moulding machines to create their plastic pegs, Supa Peg\u2019s canvas is supplied by Wax Converters in New South Wales, both sewn and cut in Queensland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Given the shortage of supplies over the past couple of years, and suppliers thus restricting production, Ben and Lauren query how Supa Peg have approached sourcing materials like metal. Isaac admits that the last two years have been challenging, with wait times ranging between six and eight weeks. In response, the team prepared for longer lead times by ordering as much supply as they could at one time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supa Peg use Australian-based raw materials, such as aluminium and steel. Sourcing their aluminium from Abra Aluminium in Victoria, Isaac assures that as a business they aim to obtain as much material as they can from Aussie suppliers. That said, Ben reminds us that there will always be a percentage of supplies only obtainable from overseas due to its absence here in Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Given the lead times and issues with international supply, Supa Peg maintain their aim to source most to all their materials within Australia and avoid relying on overseas manufacturers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Supa Peg Crew<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With roughly 30 members in their dream-team, Supa Peg\u2019s headquarters is based in Yatala, ten minutes from their storage shed. Geographically speaking, Yatala is located south of Brisbane, halfway to the Gold Coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Componentry<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ben queries which of Supa Peg\u2019s componentry are sourced internationally. For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/gme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GME<\/a> products are 100% Australian-assembled, though some components are required from overseas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supa Peg mirror this, with some key-heads required from beyond the Australian border. That said, Isaac confirms that the team is looking into eventually having these locally-made too, moving with a push of patriotism and directing manufacturing back to Australia. If anything, the COVID-19 pandemic has reinforced the importance of supporting Australian-made, where Supa Peg acknowledge this as an opportunity to revamp what has potentially been lost over the years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Supa Peg\u2019s Range<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Until she began working at Snowys, Lauren attributed Supa Peg solely to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/polycarbonate-sand-pegs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pegs<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/big-foot-aluminium-tent-poles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">poles<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/c-clip-spreader-bar-support-inserts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fittings<\/a>. In fact, their range is far more extensive, including pegs, poles, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/eye-to-eye-t-nut-spreader-poles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bars<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/single-35m-guy-rope-light-trace-spring\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ropes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/standard-guy-rope-trace-springs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">trace springs<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/outbound-shield-6-freestanding-awning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4WD awnings<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/croc-bin-v2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">croc bin<\/a> \u2013 a portable, hygienic bin designed to help keep campsite rubbish under control.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Isaac also notes that their Outbound range \u2013 specific to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/outbound-shield-6-freestanding-awning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4WD awnings<\/a> \u2013 features models to suit any camper\u2026 and now requires its own factory dedicated to its manufacturing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Supa RV<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With their extensive range of gear, gadgets, and gizmos, stocking the full Supa Peg range here at Snowys would almost be like opening a candy store!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While this may not be the case for Snowys (*wipes tears*), customers can nonetheless purchase and enquire direct from Supa Peg\u2019s online outlet, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suparvaustralia.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Supa RV<\/em><\/a>. Covering their full range, customers are welcome to peruse, extend their weird and wonderful ideas for new products, and seek advice from the Supa Peg team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In that, Supa Peg still offer their range of tarp kits suited to the many setup sizes and styles. The perfect beginner\u2019s kit, a customer simply reveals the size of their tarp and Supa Peg directs them to the suitable kit, complete with the relevant pegs, poles, tarp, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/eye-to-eye-t-nut-spreader-poles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">spreader bars<\/a>. As covered in the previous episode <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-shelters-for-rain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shelters for Rainy Days<\/a>, a camper doesn\u2019t necessarily require the whole kit and kaboodle to erect a suitable tarp cover \u2013 though Supa Peg\u2019s superbly assembled tarp bundles certainly provide the means!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Poles<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most common questions for Ben and Lauren is often \u2018which pole material is best \u2013 aluminum or galvanised steel?\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While galvanised steel claims the better price point, aluminium is both lighter and easier to use \u2013 so while one may not save money, they save weight. The twist-lock feature is also only found in aluminium poles, as a galvanized steel model lacks the adequate grip. Given its more slippery nature, the fitting would slip inside the pole, while aluminum\u2019s better hold has it more capable of supporting more weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For upright poles, Isaac prefers an aluminum twist-lock model, owing to its ability to support the weight of his setup. For <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/galvanised-steel-ridge-rails\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ridge rails<\/a>, he recommends choosing galvanised steel instead, offering a longer span for greater strength. Essentially, galvanised steel offers superior strength from a sideways position, while aluminum handles greater downward force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But hold up (literally) \u2013 where does alloy fit into all this?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The difference between aluminum and alloy is that aluminum is a chemical element \u2013 found in its pure form on the Earth\u2019s crust \u2013 while alloy is a combination of several chemical elements, such as aluminum itself and steel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On that, Isaac explains that often the difference between a Supa Peg pole and that of another brand asking for a third of the price, is the former\u2019s greater strength and ease of use. In the case of Supa Peg\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/big-foot-aluminium-tent-poles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aluminum Twist-Lock Big Foot Tent Poles<\/a>, grip lines are there to provide resistance in twist-locking. When it comes to customizing one\u2019s setup too, chopping off a segment beneath the press line only loses a small part of the pole in the process. Nonetheless, when it comes to custom designing and manufacturing, Isaac suggests galvanized poles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Plastic Components<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of basic poles, the plastic sleeves that fit over the pole joints tend to crack over time, and the caps on the base of the feet split. Instead, Supa Peg use nylon in all spigot components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To guarantee strength, Supa Peg\u2019s \u2018recipe\u2019 includes both nylon and glass-filled nylon. Glass-filled nylon refers to a percentage of nylon in which a filament is applied to improve the component\u2019s rigidity, meanwhile keeping its shape and form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/c-clip-spreader-bar-support-inserts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">C-Clip spreader bar support inserts<\/a> are produced from a singular mould. Supa Peg have many moulds for use in conjunction with the plastic injection machines, including for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/right-angle-c-clip-spreader-bar-inserts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">C-clips<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/big-foot-u-clip-alum-ridge-rail-support-pole\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U-clips<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/pole-spigots-for-round-tube\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">spigots<\/a>. While it depends on the application, C-clips are advantageous for attaching to the side of the tube over the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/nylon-tent-pole-inserts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">flat-tabbed tent pole inserts with spigot holes<\/a>. The latter are best fastened over the top of spigots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said \u2013 in an instance where one could choose where to insert a spreader pole, a spigot would work more sufficiently than a C-clip. This is because the pressure is directed downward into the upright pole and locked via the spigot, offering a greater hold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-1.jpg\" alt=\"A guy rope is looped onto a silver spigot, which pokes through an eyelet in the corner of a grey tarp. \" class=\"wp-image-49319\" title=\"Supa Peg use nylon in all spigot components. \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-1-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Supa Peg use nylon in all spigot components. Credit: Supa Peg<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Spreader Bars and Poles<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of Supa Peg\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/eye-to-eye-t-nut-spreader-poles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">spreader bars<\/a> reach a maximum length of 310 centimetres, where some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/galvanised-steel-ridge-rails\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">galvenised ridge rails<\/a> can lengthen to support a 24-foot awning. For the latter, supporting upright poles are required \u2013 and this applies to any awning that exceeds 12 feet long so as to relieve the pressure from the canvas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Isaac recommends a supportive upright pole every 12 feet. With the option of either a square or rounded ridge pole, Supa Peg\u2019s limit for the use of a round is the three-metre mark, at which point they deem it best to transition to the stronger, square-shaped ridge pole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When setting up a tarp, both an upright ridge pole and a spreader bar are recommended at every second eyelet, with a peak to promote rain run-off and reduce the chances of the shelter \u2018bellying\u2019 out. The number of spreader bars required depends on the size of the awning. For example, a 7 x 9-foot awning with a ridge rail across may require between two and three spreader bars too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a standard tarp size of roughly 12 x 24 feet, Isaac again suggests an upright pole at every second eyelet, and a spreader bar across the 12-foot area to create a sufficient peak in the centre for both height and rain run-off. In addition, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/double-35m-guy-rope-light-trace-springs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">guy ropes<\/a> are recommended at each corner and off every pole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-2.jpg\" alt=\"A tarp shelter is set up on a patch over lawn, covering a collection of deck chairs and a barbeque. The shelter is anchored to the ground with white guy ropes. A red car is parked in the background with its boot open. \" class=\"wp-image-49321\" title=\"Both an upright ridge pole and a spreader bar are recommended at every second eyelet on the tarp.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/EP62-Body-Image-2-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>When setting up a tarp, both an upright ridge pole and a spreader bar are recommended at every second eyelet. Credit: Supa Peg<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Isaac also advocates for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/standard-guy-rope-trace-springs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">trace springs<\/a> in windier conditions, as they allow for movement and remove the stress otherwise applied to both the fabric and the pegs. At a sudden gust of wind, the force is absorbed by the trace spring as opposed to ripping the peg from the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pegs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, plastic pegs are constructed with either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/gazebo-saver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">polypropylene<\/a> (black) or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/polycarbonate-tarp-pegs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">polycarbonate<\/a> (yellow) materials. The latter usually makes for a stronger peg, best hammered into rocks and tough surfaces, while the black pegs are better used in sand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the more brittle nature of polycarbonate, Lauren questions whether the greater flex from black polypropylene pegs would hypothetically bode better to anchor a windy beachside set-up in the sand. Isaac clarifies that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/polycarbonate-screw-peg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">screw pegs<\/a> would be more ideal, referring to the longer models with the large hook on the head. Despite Supa Peg\u2019s Outbound awning wild weather kits including pegs, ropes, and all the necessary knick-knacks \u2013 Isaac recommends upgrading the pegs for the sandier set-ups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most effective method to insert a screw peg is by positioning it vertically and screwing deep into the sand. This way, the pressure is on the stem travelling directly upwards as opposed to on an angle. Key head screws and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/ground-anchor-tent-peg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">anchor pegs<\/a>, however, perform best when inserted on an angle. The more the peg is hammered in the further and more secure it digs into the soil. These pegs are mostly used for soil or firm surfaces, and while they handle a greater wind load their reliability ultimately depends on the nature of the ground.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In respects to all pegs mentioned, trace springs are still beneficial in removing the pressure from the peg itself. Supa Peg\u2019s strength test involves gauging with a forklift to determine how much pressure a peg can handle before it surrenders. Again, while this is a fairly fool-proof testing method, the reliability and strength of a peg will still always depend on the nature of the surface on which a camper is set up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Quality Control<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With respects to brands that manufacture both overseas and within Australia, there seems to be a perception of a lack of quality control among internationally manufactured products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of Supa Peg\u2019s awnings, the team carries out fittings and Quality Assurance (QA) testing. The same is applied to their plastic componentry, where a specific \u2018recipe\u2019 is followed, the first batch tested, and the final product confirmed as above-board before hitting the shelves. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Most Common Questions for Supa Peg<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2018Will this awning suit my set-up?\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To this, Isaac recommends sending in an image of your vehicle, and the Supa Peg team will establish an awning system to suit. Ultimately, the right awning and where it\u2019s mounted will depend on the size of the vehicle and roof racks. Supa Peg\u2019s awnings have a low profile, so keeping it away from opening doors is always a consideration when fitting to a vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at Snowys, we also receive questions concerning whether an awning will fit a particular roof rack. At times, it can be hard to provide advice on the floor \u2013 but if a customer is seeking more guidance or information on an Outbound awning, Supa Peg can intervene and respond quickly and accurately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With such a busy and bustling factory, Supa Peg no longer facilitate awning installations like they used to \u2013 though offering extensive advice will always be an ongoing service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s in the Pipeline?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Put simply by Isaac, \u2018necessity is the mother of invention\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supa Peg\u2019s innovative process begins around the campfire, where discussion unfolds as to what may make something \u2018better\u2019 or more user-friendly. From there, Isaac takes his scribbled notepad back to the drawing board on Monday morning, with the intention to trial their newest invention on their next camping trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, Isaac and the Supa Peg crew aim to expand their range for the sake of providing more options to campers and adventurers \u2013 all while supporting Aussie-made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-2dafbca1-db34-4016-9207-f026b83fc830\">Thanks for listening, tune in again for next week\u2019s episode!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-3fc1e5f8-10be-4b09-998a-70c6506a24fc\">Thanks for tuning in to this week\u2019s episode of the Snowys Camping Show Podcast. 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