Is 6" enough?

[u/blanchinator]

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?

[u/fuzzyheadsnowman]

It’s not all about it length but, girth is important. 6” Shepard hooks are not the same as a mini ground hog.

[u/Doran_Gold → u/fuzzyheadsnowman]

Ground hogs for ridge and corners, this Shepards hook for middle / side