Hello,
I’ve recently watched Ryan’s informative video in the “How to Pitch an Ultralight Tent” course. In this video, Ryan discusses symmetrical trekking pole tents that are pitched with two poles and emphasizes that the corner stakes are the most critical ones for achieving proper tension. In a companion video (link here: https://youtu.be/Pz5xuFtJS40), he also recommends carrying four long MSR Groundhog stakes (7.5 inches) for this purpose.
Until now, I’ve always thought that the apex stakes were most critical. Hence, I’ve been carrying only two MSR Groundhog stakes and have been using the shorter MSR Mini Groundhog stakes (6 inches) for all other points.
Based on Ryan’s advice, I’m wondering if I’ve understood correctly: should I indeed carry four Groundhog stakes for the corners, and four Mini Groundhog stakes for the rest of the points (including two for the apexes and two for the panels)?
I appreciate any insights or clarifications you might have on this topic. Thanks in advance!
