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We have got the Dorema Montana (new from their factory clearance in 2010) with the steel pole construction and the material is made from a kind of flexible plastic polyester. However, although the material is more waterproof (whereby the rain runs off it much easier and quicker to dry and slightly warmer at night) it is in fact somewhat heavier than an awning made from a lighter canvas which is the only disadvantage really even though the awning and poles are in different bags. It can be a bit of a struggle to erect due to the extra weight but this can be solved by removing two of the panels first then zip them in afterwards. We also find that in windy conditions the Montana being heavier is quite robust and less likely to lift but the sewn in storm strap clips at either end are beneficial in extreme conditions. I can't comment on the Daytona but at least you now have some information on the Montana.