Why We Like The MSR Universal Footprint
Nothing spoils a camping trip like a wet sleeping bag, so we make sure to throw the MSR Universal Footprint down under our tent. This durable footprint provides us with warmth while sealing out moisture.
Details
- Universal footprint for any MSR tent
- DWR and PU taffeta adds durable water- and abrasion-resistance
- Sized for 1 to 3 person tents in either regular or large
- Item #CAS00GK
- Material
- 68D polyester taffeta, PU, DWR (1200mm)
- Compatibility
- [1-person regular] Hubba Hubba 1, Bikepack 1, Carbon Reflex 1, [1-person large] Access 1, Thru-Hiker Mesh House 1, Zoic 1, Freelite 1, Elixir 1 [2-person regular] Hubba Hubba 2, Bikepack 2, FreeLite 2, Carbon Reflex 2, Access 2, [2-person large] Elixir 2, Zoic 2, Remote 2, Guideline Pro 2, Hubba Tour 2, Thru-Hiker Mesh House 2, [3-person regular] Thru Hiker Mesh House 3, Mutha Hubba, Hubba Hubba 3, FreeLite 3, Carbon Reflex 3, Elixir 3, [3-person large] Access 3, Hubba Tour 3, Zoic 3, Remote 3
- Claimed Weight
- [1-person regular] 7oz, [1-person large, 2-person regular] 8oz, [2-person large] 9oz, [3-person regular] 10oz, [3-person large] 11oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 3 years
- Activity
- camping
Reviews
Q&A
Overall Rating
3 based on 62 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 12, 2024
Say no to that pocket!
Why the silly pocket ??? Everyone has to cut off, first thing I did. The tie outs not a fan as everyone has mentioned. These are not cheap tents so what’s up with that.
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
February 25, 2024
Disappointed
There is no way to attach the footprint to the poles. It can easily blow around in windy conditions when trying to set up the tent. This is really unfortunate if setting up in rainy, windy weather
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
December 14, 2023
No real footprint - Generic Suck
MSR really missed the boat here, 1st - adding a pocket onto footprint to store the footprint, that is added weight, I cut mine off. I have always stored my footprint folded dirty end inside and then rolled with tent. 2nd, this leaving out the grommets and using string, garbage. I loved the old footprints and going fly with footprint was so easy, everything clicked right into the grommets and bingo bango all done. Get rid of the generic footprints and bring back the old design, using grommets and no sewn in storage pocket. I have searched to the ends of the internet looking for the holy grail, the Nubba Hubba 2 person original footprint. No such luck.
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
November 14, 2023
Great fit for my MSR Freelite 2!
The Universal Footprint fit my new Freelite 2 tent perfectly (that tent is awesome too btw). I think I read other reviews that complained about the lack of gromets, but I didn't find this to be a problem at all - the cords in the corners allowed me to easily stake down the tent and footprint at the same time. I did cut off the attached sleeve that the footprint came in to reduce weight, bulk, and the hassle of trying to get it back in neatly - it works fine without it.
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
October 18, 2023
Annie UK
To repeat, why no grommets???!!!..... I want to set up fast fly and poles only...( leaving the inner at home)....to use a lightweight bevy bag under...cant do that with this footprint....!!!
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
October 10, 2023
I did not care for
I did not care for the sewn in storage bag otherwise 100% on fit and quality
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
September 16, 2023
No eyelets for outer only pitching!
I lost my original MSR footprint, so bought a new one specifically because I want to be able to pitch outer only. I can't believe MSR have removed the eyelets that allow this - they were the only reason to buy this expensive footprint over a cheap footprint/DIY one(or none at all). Absolutely pointless, do not buy.
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
September 11, 2023
Diameter of poles
Hi there - these work great for my tarp. Can you provide any information on the diameter of these poles? I only see length and weight in the specs.
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
September 1, 2023
Works great
It’s a tent footprint, can’t go wrong. Don’t understand the whining about lack of grommets. Sure, independent setup would be a little easier if there were matching tabs to clip to the poles, but do what we did - tie it permanently to the tent. Everything still fits in the bag and you don’t have to attach it separately each time - it’s already attached to the tent. Just roll out the tent and you’re done. 60+ setups over 3 years with our Zoic 4, works great.
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
September 1, 2023
Older versions were better
Being a universal product means one thing, it fits badly on all products. The new versions do not provide any grommits. Instead, you have to tie one yourself. There is also not clear indication qhich direction is up, as they decided to spare the costs and remove the massive logo in the middle, which helped indicate which way the footprint should be laid. This is the second lousiest product MSR has to offer, which is just slightly better than the Gearshed V2.
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
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