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MSR Groundhog Tent Stake Kit

MSR Groundhog Tent Stake Kit

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MSR Groundhog Tent Stake Kit

The MSR Groundhog Tent Stake Kit is 8 stakes ready to dig in and hold your tent steady.

Bottom Line: The MSR Groundhog Tent Stake Kit is ready to burrow through some turf.

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Rating for this product: 4

You need the rope

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May 2, 2009

If you are going to use this kind of stake you need the rope to pull it out in hard grround otherwise they are tough to get out. thats why these are nice.

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January 25, 2010

Don't need the rope, gets in the way. Just use the hooks on another stake to hook the one in the ground and pull out.

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Rating for this product: 4

You need the rope

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May 2, 2009

If you are going to use this kind of stake you need the rope to pull it out in hard grround otherwise they are tough to get out. thats why these are nice.

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October 6, 2009

I've got the TNF version of this style of stakes (two planes at 90 degrees making a V) and either the guyline you've attached to it or a twig/branch work just as well to pull them out no problem. I have to believe the same theory would work on these 3 spine stakes.

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are these good for rocky or frozen ground?? anyone have experience

are these good for rocky or frozen ground??
anyone have experience trying to pound these into tough ground??
would these be better for rocky or frozen ground than the north face (v shape, 10pk) listed on this site??
thanks

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December 4, 2009

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I have these and love them as I've yet to bend, even after pounding into hard ground or hard ground frozen in winter. Can't say much about the TNF's V shape as I haven't used them.

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December 4, 2009

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Where frozen ground is concerned, the smaller profile the better. These stakes work better in rocky soil similar to how the NF's would work.

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December 4, 2009

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Groundhog Stake packaging

By: Backcountry.com Employee
June 1, 2009

There is no bag that comes with these.

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Rating for this product: 5

MSR Groundhog Stakes

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September 16, 2008

I bought these stakes because someone had warned me that when I purchased my MSR Hubba Hubba it would only come with 7 instead of 8. Unlike the other reviewers, the tent I recevied had all 8 stakes but I was glad I bought these in the end. Even though they are the same company, these are a much higher quality stakes and I prefer using these to the ones that were included. They are MUCH beefier but still very lightweight. It never hurts to have extra stakes so buy these!

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Rating for this product: 5

Stong, Light, and Straight

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November 30, 2009

Love'em, they are what they claim to be, you can beat'em and they won't bend... They are not sharp on the top, so if your have a need to walk around barefoot in your campsite be careful of the rocks, sticks and knives, not these stakes.

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Does this stake kit come with a bag?

Does this stake kit come with a bag?

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May 28, 2009

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Actually, these do not come with any bag at all. Check the picture I just added above.

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June 1, 2009

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Rating for this product: 5

Go ahead, use your boot

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October 18, 2009

Will not bend when common sense tells me to use my boot to get this stake into the ground. I will never use the titanium / aluminum pegs again. Buy one set and you should not have to replace them. Love the red color too, be smart, buy these, save yourself the headache.

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Rating for this product: 5

High Quality

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May 10, 2009

Very high quality and light. I carry a few extra because no "stick or stone" works as well when the storm rolls in.

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Has anyone got any expereince with these as it compares to the

Has anyone got any expereince with these as it compares to the North Face ones that are similar to these. There are two noticible differences and I'm wondering if there is more I should consider:

1. The North Face ones have 2 spines while these have 3 I would think these would be stronger

2. The North Face ones appear to have more of a hook on the top which may hold rope better. My primary use is for a rain tarp.

Thanks

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May 7, 2009

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I would think the 3rd spine would make these a bit stronger than the TNF stakes, that and they're a snazzy red vs. the plain metal of the TNF stakes. The only counterpoints I can think of are that the TNF stakes might be just a teeny bit lighter, they nest together considering their V shape and the per-stake price on TNF is something like $.30 cheaper? Personally i've hammered in the TNF stakes into a variety of ground and haven't felt like they were in danger of going wonky on me.

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October 6, 2009

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We used both on a recent backpacking trip in New Mexico. The MSR's were much nicer to use than TNF stakes. The string on the MSR's is nice but I did not use it much, just grabbed the top of the stake and pulled it right out.
The North Face stakes tended to want to twist as they encountered rocks in the desert soil, but the MSR's held solid in all soil conditions and weather.
Pick up a set once they are back in stock.

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July 14, 2009

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I haven't used the TNF stakes, but as far as the "hook" on the MSRs... They are notched at the top of all three sides of the stake which will hold parachute cord hitched to the stake. If you're using larger rope you'd need to need to run it through the cord pull loops.

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June 25, 2009

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Rating for this product: 5

MSR groundhog

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March 30, 2009

Burly, Burly, Burly. One of the toughest most relaible stakes I have ever used. I will never have a tent without these.

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Rating for this product: 4

Great tent stake

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July 1, 2009

I can attest to the comments made regarding the overall strength of these stakes. Despite their light weight, they are solid - trust me. I've driven these into rock laden ground with a chunk of granite and they didn't bend.

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What's the individual weight of a stake?

What's the individual weight of a stake?

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February 17, 2009

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Weight: 0.71 Ounces (20 grams)

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February 17, 2009

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Rating for this product: 5

Best Stake Available

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November 18, 2008

Ultralight, dig tight in the ground, durable, and I love the cord at the top for easy removal from the ground. They don't move unless you want them to.

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Rating for this product: 5

The Best.

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April 21, 2009

The best stakes I've ever used. Hold tight, light, and reflective cord on the top is great for not stubbing toes at night. Don't set up you home without them.

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Rating for this product: 5

Bomber stakes

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May 7, 2009

Pound them in with a rock, and you won't bend them. They hold surprisingly well in sand. They pull out pretty easily. I'll buy another set for every new tent I get.

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How long are these pegs and how would they fair in beach sand

How long are these pegs and how would they fair in beach sand and 30 knot winds

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October 12, 2008

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In sand tie the rope in the center of the peg and bury the pegs tightly in the sand lengthwise (make a T shape with the rope and stake) and they'll work wonderfully

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June 10, 2009

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Probably depends where on the beach you're pitching. When I floated Desolation Canyon, over half of my tent sites were on sand, and I was surprised by how well they held. But if you're on loose dune sand, you'll probably need deadmen.

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May 7, 2009

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They're only about 8 inches long at best, and though they are bomber stakes in solid ground, I just don't think they're long enough for something loose like sand, especially not in that kind of wind.

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October 14, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

Great Stakes

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August 30, 2006

These ground states are great. They are robust, don't bend and get the job done well.

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Rating for this product: 5

MSR Grounghog tent stakes

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June 20, 2005

Best stake we ever used. Light, strong and thin. Holds nice even in sandy soil, a pleasure to use.

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Rating for this product: 5

Ground hog tent stakes

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August 9, 2006

I used these on Shasta, and they worked fine in the snow, however, I packed snow on top so they didn't pull out, and there were no high winds. They are slightly bigger than the stakes that came with my BD Firstlight tent.

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Rating for this product: 5

great stakes

By: Backcountry.com Employee
May 26, 2005

The last stakes you will need to buy (just dont lose em.) Extremely durable, lightweight, and easy to get in and out.

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Rating for this product: 5

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September 21, 2009

Best stakes I have ever used. These are strong, will not bend or splinter. Cord pulls are a super feature. They do not take up space. These are the ultimate answer to stake issues.

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Rating for this product: 5

MSR Tent Stakes

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December 28, 2006

Very Light, strong, and durable. Get these stakes.

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Rating for this product: 5

Buy 'em

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June 19, 2009

Buy these, they are the best stakes i've ever used and they don't bend.

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Rating for this product: 2

ouch!

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August 24, 2006

While these are strong, ouch when I cut my bare feet on the VERY sharp tops. Wear shoes or, better yet, use a round-top stake (Easton/Mountain Hardwear). Happy Camping!

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