As good as they say! - MSR Groundhog Stake Kit V2

I've seen the MSR Groundhog stakes recommended by experienced backpackers, campers and others in internet reviews. The consistent high ratings made them an easy choice. I used them the first time this weekend - they are as good, or better, than they say. My friend and I camped next to each other. She had the usual wire stakes, which tend to bend and are harder to get solidly in the ground (I had these, too, until my Groundhogs came from Campsaver). Groundhogs have a three "blade" shaft, and a nice point to pierce the ground, and cut into any soil. This would be an exception when in an area where bedrock is near the surface. I give them high marks for easy clean up. You can get them sufficiently clean by running your finger in the blade grooves, and wipe with any cloth. The red anodize just looks cool, as well as makes the surface easier to clean. These stakes hold your shelter very securely. I plan to buy another set for my portable privacy shelter used for dry camping.

This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.