A better tent stake

I have not pounded in a tent stake or struggled extracting one for a few seasons.  I have switched to 5/16" lag screws and a 1/2" socket that fits the power drill I carry for raising and lowering the stabilizers.  The lag screws easily drive into virtually any ground I have encountered, hold firmly and extract just as easily when taking things down.
Generally 6 inch length works very well for holding the corners of my T@B awning in place even in the windiest conditions.  Adding a S hook and captive washers under the head make it easy to grab the loops on the awning corners.
I use 4 inch length for the corners of our patio mat with large fender washers under the heads and grommets added to the mat.  These can be driven flush with the mat avoiding any tripping hazard.
A short length of heat shrink tubing below the washer on the shank of the screw prevents the washer from sliding down while installing and from falling off when extracting and packed.
Give it a try and I think you'll be converted too!



Have Fun!!
Bob
SUNT@B