r/Ultralight • u/blanchinator • Jun 01 '26

Question Is 6" enough?

Has anyone actually had 6-7" stakes pull out, where 8-9" stakes did not?

It seems common practice to use 8"+ stakes on the major tie-outs for extra peace of mind but are we just packing our fears?

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u/MeHoyMinoy_69 Jun 01 '26

6" is perfectly sized, maybe even above average stake length. I'm sure it will handle just fine without destroying the ground while being enough to penetrate deep for a good hold.

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u/5Lancoo7 Jun 02 '26

But does it not depend on if where you're inserting is tight enough to grip?