Hi Frank,

If you are leaving it open in an attempt to keep the cockpit temperature
down, then you may want to consider getting a Canopy Cap. They have been
extremely popular.
http://www.cumulus-soaring.com/canopycap.htm

Good Soaring,

Paul Remde

"V1" wrote in message
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I have a side-mounted canopy (Ventus 2). I'm concerned that a gust of
wind could blow it shut when it's in the open position, breaking or
damaging the canopy.

I could close it every time I walk away for a minute or two, but
sooner or later I tend to forget and leave it open. I've thought about
several ways to hold it open without undue stress on the hinges or
canopy, but I have to assume someone else has probably solved this
problem and proved through actual use a simple method what works.

I'd like hear from anyone who has come up with a good solution.
Thanks,

- Frank Allen