Tube bending for a Bimini top....???

[DaveTM]

Have any of you guys ever built a "Bimini Top" for any type of equipment? I'm looking to build a custom Bimini top, that is sort of an upside down "L". I don't want front supports so I can easily swing ....say a rifle from left to right when I'm coyote hunting etc.

Any suggestions as to what type of tubing material (I can get a $25 tube bender) I should be looking at. The Mrs's is quite good at sewing so a material top can be done. Also, any suggestions as to the type of fastener's that I should be looking at?

I'd prefer to build something that is quickly removable so the 80mph on the pickup truck won't cause it to fly off.

Here's a crude drawing of what is in my head.