Beschreibung
Magnetic Awning Support — Thule Omnistor & Thule Hideaway
Drop the leg into the nylon foot. The magnetic base anchors it to the side of your van, or to any steel surface. No drilling, no spikes, no guy lines. Mounted in seconds.
Use it for: Anchor the awning legs to the side of the van instead of the ground, on gravel, rock or tarmac where stakes will not go in.
What it fits: Thule Omnistor and Thule Hideaway. One kit = two magnetic feet for both legs. 56 kg vertical and 17 kg lateral pull per magnet, steel panels only.
Shipping: Ships within 48 working hours. Free shipping from CHF150, £150, €250 or $299.
Anchor the awning. Not the ground.
An awning that is not anchored moves. The legs wander. The fabric flexes in the wind. The ground is the usual answer, and it rarely cooperates — gravel, rock and tarmac do not take a stake. So you fix it to the van. Three ways exist. One without a catch.
Ground stakes
Need soft ground. Gravel, rock and tarmac say no. Slow where you actually park.
Drilled bracket
Holes in the panel. Water in. Rust after. Resale value down. Permanent.
Vacuum mount
Re-pump every 2–3 hours. Worse when the panel is hot. The panel is hot when you want shade.
Tactic magnet
56 kg pull per magnet. No holes. No pump. Move the van, it comes with it.
Will it hold on your van?
The rule: the magnet needs steel underneath. Most van side panels are steel. Some are not, and a few vans mix the two — steel body, aluminium doors.
Holds
Does not hold
Send us your van — make, model and year. We will tell you which panels hold.
What you get
One kit, two magnetic feet
One kit = two magnetic feet, each with its nylon support for the awning leg, plus stainless steel hardware. One kit covers both legs of one awning.
Thule Omnistor and Thule Hideaway
The awning leg drops straight into the nylon foot. Nothing to modify on the awning.
No drilling, no spikes
On in seconds, off in seconds. The van panel stays exactly as it left the factory.
Marine-grade, UV-stable
Fully encapsulated neodymium and UV-stable nylon. It lives outside; it is built for outside.
Specifications
From the wild
Magnetic awning supports on the side of a van, filmed on the road. @thegreenoverlander on Instagram
Get a second kit for a friend
- Order a second kit (2 more magnetic feet with nylon supports) for a friend or a second van. You save 10% on the second kit, applied automatically in the cart, and you save on shipping too, because one shipment costs less than two separate ones.
- Add the Awning Hooks to one awning kit and 15% comes off the hooks, applied automatically in the cart.
The original. Invented here.
Tactic Engineering invented the magnetic vehicle mount. Designed and prototyped in Switzerland, stress-tested on the road, first units shipped in December 2021. Every magnetic mount on the market today came after ours.
Today we ship through the most respected names in the van and overlanding industry.
Sold worldwide through
Shipping, duties and warranty
Thule, Omnistor and Hideaway are trademarks of Thule Group AB. Tactic Engineering is an independent manufacturer and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Thule Group AB.
Compatibility at a glance
| Item | Works | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Thule Omnistor awning | Yes | The awning leg drops straight into the nylon foot. Nothing to modify. |
| Thule Hideaway awning | Yes | Same fit as the Omnistor. |
| Fiamma awnings | Use the Fiamma version | This model is made for Thule awnings. |
| Van with steel side panels (most vans) | Yes | Mount on a flat, clean area. |
| Aluminium panels or doors | No | No magnet holds on aluminium. Some vans mix a steel body with aluminium doors. |
| Curved or ribbed areas | Reduced hold | Any air gap reduces the hold. |
| Wrap, paint build-up or dirt under the magnet | Reduced hold | Clean the panel before mounting. |
Not sure about your van? Send us make, model and year and we will tell you which panels hold.
FAQ
Which Thule awnings does this support fit?
Thule Omnistor and Thule Hideaway. The awning leg drops straight into the nylon foot, with nothing to modify on the awning.
Will it hold on my van?
It holds on steel panels, which covers most vans. It does not hold on aluminium. Mount it on a flat, clean area, because curved or ribbed areas, wraps and dirt reduce the hold.
Do I need to drill or use ground stakes?
No. The magnetic base anchors the awning leg to the side of your van, with no drilling, no spikes and no guy lines. It goes on and comes off in seconds.
How strong is the magnet?
Each magnet gives 56 kg of vertical pull and 17 kg of lateral hold on standard steel. The magnets are marine-grade neodymium, fully encapsulated.
What is in the box?
One kit, which is everything you need for one awning: two magnetic feet, each with its nylon support for the awning leg, and stainless steel hardware. When you order one, you receive the full kit of two, not a single foot.
What about shipping and warranty?
Orders leave our Swiss facility within 48 working hours. EU VAT and duties are included. The warranty is 2 years worldwide, and every part is available separately.
Related guides
- Van Life in Europe: The Unwritten Rules You Should Know
- How to Choose a Magnetic Mount for Your Van (Buyer’s Guide)
Quick questions
Do I need to modify the awning?
No. The awning leg drops straight into the nylon foot.
Pairs well with
- Awning Hooks: Thule / Fiamma (Pair)
