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The Mini Groundhog reduces the weight and size of MSR’s familiar Y-shaped stake. The full-size Groundhog offers a larger all-purpose option. Choosing between them should begin with the ground and shelter you need to anchor, then the weight you are willing to carry.
This comparison uses published specifications, not a hands-on pull-out test. The featured illustration shows generic peg shapes and does not depict the exact MSR products.
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Current manufacturer specifications
| Detail | Groundhog | Mini Groundhog |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer SKU | 05807 | 05808 |
| Published weight per stake | 13.95 g | 9.40 g |
| Current kit quantity | Six | Six |
| Profile | Y-beam | Smaller Y-beam |
| Manufacturer’s ground description | Wide range of soil conditions | Medium to firm soil |
Sources: MSR Groundhog and MSR Mini Groundhog. Using those current per-stake figures, six Minis save 27.3 g compared with six full-size Groundhogs. This is arithmetic from the published figures, not a measured weight for the retailer’s delivered stock.
When the Mini is worth considering
If your shelter and anticipated ground suit the smaller stake, the saving may be useful as part of a lightweight kit. Count every required anchor first. Removing needed pegs to achieve a lower kit weight is a different decision from choosing a suitable lighter design.
The Mini Groundhog six-pack on Amazon UK can appear under a generic “tent stakes set” title. Check the model, quantity and dimensions in the listing rather than relying on the title alone. Older retailer descriptions may quote different rounded weights.
When to investigate the full-size version
The Groundhog six-pack is the larger option to compare when a modest carrying difference matters less than choosing an anchor suited to the tent and ground. Do not interpret its broader intended use as a guarantee for loose sand, saturated soil or every rocky pitch.
Specialist ground may justify a different peg altogether. Ask the campsite what works locally and follow the tent maker’s anchoring guidance. A mixed set can be sensible where different attachment points or ground patches need different options, provided every required point is properly secured.
Check use and packing details
Test how the peg head works with your lines, use the prescribed installation method and stop when you encounter an obstruction. Inspect for damage after removal and keep pegs separate from delicate fabric. Choose the Mini for a suitable use where its saving helps; choose the full-size version when its dimensions better suit the job. Neither choice should be made from weight alone.
Continue with our tent peg buying guide.
Reviewed 10 September 2026. This guide is based on published specifications and guidance.