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A footprint can protect your tent and boost versatility—but whether it’s worth carrying depends on your ground, route, and priorities.
Terra Nova says
The Laser Compact AS Footprint provides additional protection by sitting under the groundsheet and porch area of the tent. Although Terra Nova tents are made with highly durable groundsheet fabrics, we recommend using a footprint to help extend the life of your tent and protect against sharp objects. This footprint is shaped to fit the Laser Lite AS tent and covers both the inner and porch areas. It attaches to the tent’s pegging points using shock cord loops.
Our Verdict
Most manufacturers recommend using a footprint to extend the life of your tent’s groundsheet. But if you’ve just bought an ultralight shelter, do you want to carry the extra weight?
Our take: bring one if you expect to camp on rough or abrasive ground, or if you’re heading out on a multi-day trip where you won’t always know what kind of surface you’ll be pitching on. Some footprints also add versatility, letting you pitch just the fly and footprint for an ultralight setup—so in those cases, they’re doing more than just protecting your groundsheet; they’re part of your overall shelter system.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Designed for use with the Laser Compact AS Footprint tent
- Attaches to the tent peg out points using shock cord loops.
Specifications:
- Weighs: 262g (ex bag)
Material & Construction
- Aqua Stop P5000 68D Polyester PU (5000mm)
