{"id":12610,"date":"2024-06-05T23:51:05","date_gmt":"2024-06-05T14:21:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/?p=12610"},"modified":"2025-04-03T01:19:56","modified_gmt":"2025-04-02T14:49:56","slug":"7-tent-pegs-to-see-you-through-every-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/7-tent-pegs-to-see-you-through-every-season\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Tent Pegs to See You Through Every Season"},"content":{"rendered":"

I\u2019ve never thought of tent pegs as being a complicated subject. The choice of which tent pegs from my kit to use in any given sutuaiton generally comes down to a couple of options.<\/p>\n

Ask Google about tent pegs, however, and the result is an excess of choices – many of which appear over-engineered and highly priced. If I was genuinely looking for new tent pegs, I would have felt overwhelmed and reverted to buying something similar to the pegs I am trying to replace. At Snowys, we often address the question of whether additional pegs are required when purchasing a tent. We also recommend which are the best tent pegs to replace those old battered lengths of steel that now better resemble some form of modern art.<\/p>\n

So, I thought I would outline eight basic and reasonably priced peg styles that will cover most conditions the average camper will find themselves in – all of which have kept my shelters secure for decades of camping adventures.
\n\"Standard<\/p>\n

The difference between the pegs that come with the Coleman Instant Up 6, compared to Poles Apart Galvanised Steel Peg.<\/em><\/p>\n

1. Steel Pegs<\/h2>\n

Tough and Affordable<\/h4>\n

Steel pegs<\/a> are tough, and good \u2018extras\u2019 to have in your camping arsenal for securing large items (such as tarps and gazebos) on hard and rocky ground.<\/p>\n

The 8mm version of this peg is slightly more robust than the average tent peg found in mid to high-end tents, while the 11.2mm pegs are for big shelters on firm ground.<\/p>\n

Their construction is just as the title suggests: steel. No galvanised or zinc coating either, so they will rust over time if left exposed to moisture.<\/p>\n

\"Three<\/p>\n

Three sizes of the classic Steel Tent Peg <\/a>– perfect to keep on hand in your camping kit.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

2. Galvanised Steel Tent Pegs<\/h2>\n

Long Lasting<\/h4>\n

In most cases, these will be the closest equivalents to the pegs that came with your tent. The 4mm size is akin to pegs found in low to mid-priced tents, while the 6.3mm sizes are much like the pegs included with most family tents.<\/p>\n

These pegs<\/a> have a galvanised coating too, which means they won\u2019t rust and are easier to find if they get dropped! They are great replacements or ‘extras’, and best suited for medium to firm ground such as in caravan parks, or grassed campsites.
\n\"Comparison<\/p>\n

Versatile, strong, and with a range of sizes – the Galvanised Steel Pegs from Poles Apart are a winner!<\/em><\/p>\n

3. Plastic Sand Pegs<\/h2>\n

Lightweight<\/h4>\n

When it comes to sand and loose surfaces, these are the pegs<\/a> we recommend. They can be a little bulky in your kit, but are light and provide good holding power in soft ground. The shorter versions suit pop-up beach shelters, while the longer styles are for wind catching shelters, tarps, and gazebos.<\/p>\n

These pegs are designed with both a hook and loop on the end, where the loop is particularly useful for use at the beach in securely tying the guy rope to the peg. This makes it easy to find, as it will always be at the end of the rope!<\/p>\n

Their rounded tops also mean that there’s less of a chance for your kids to cut their feet while chasing each other around the shelter.<\/p>\n

\"Three<\/p>\n

Poles Apart Plastic Pegs<\/a> are perfect for anchoring different sized shelters on the beach or soft ground.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

There’s more tent peg talk where this came from, on the Snowys Camping Show<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n