Tent Footprint Sizing: Bigger Is Not Better

A footprint that sticks out past the tent is a rain catcher, not a protector. Water runs off the fly, hits the exposed footprint, and pools right under your floor.

Size it to hide, not to show.

• The footprint should sit fully under the tent floor
• Trim any edge that peeks out past the fly line
• Fold or cut a too-large sheet to fit exactly
• Match the shape so no corners gather water

A footprint is invisible protection when sized right. When it sticks out, it channels every drop of rain straight into your sleeping bag.

Mark the footprint once and trim it to fit perfectly. A custom-sized sheet that hides under the fly is the cheapest dry night you will ever buy.