Snow Peak is a premium outdoor lifestyle brand that offers a range of high-quality, durable and functional camping, backpacking and outdoor gear. The company's products are designed with a focus on minimalism and versatility, allowing users to enjoy nature in comfort and style. Snow Peak's commitment to sustainable practices and responsible manufacturing is evident in its use of eco-friendly materials and focus on reducing its environmental impact. With a reputation for innovation and excellence, Snow Peak is the choice of serious outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers around the world.

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How do you get tent pegs in to hard ground?

Getting tent pegs into hard ground can be a challenge, but there are several techniques and tools that can help:

1. Preparation and Positioning:

   • Look for areas where the ground might be slightly softer, like near vegetation or under fallen leaves.
   • Avoid rocky or extremely compacted areas if possible.

2. Use a Mallet or Hammer:

   • A rubber mallet or a camping hammer with a flat striking surface can help you apply more force without damaging the peg.

3. Angle the Peg:

   • Insert the peg at a slight angle (around 45 degrees) to the ground. This can help it find a path around rocks or hard spots.

4. Wiggle and Twist:

   • Instead of trying to force the peg straight down, try wiggling and twisting it as you apply pressure. This can help the peg find a path through the hard ground.

5. Rock the Peg Back and Forth:

   • Rocking the peg gently while applying pressure can help it work its way into the ground.

6. Soak the Ground:

   • Pouring water around the area where you want to insert the peg can soften the ground, making it easier to drive the peg in.

7. Use a Tent Peg Puller:

   • If you have one, a tent peg puller can be used to provide extra leverage when pushing the peg into the ground.

8. Upgrade to Stronger Pegs:

   • Consider using heavy-duty or specialized pegs designed for hard ground conditions. These may have more robust designs or special features to help them penetrate tough soil.

9. Avoid Sharp Bends:

   • Avoid using pegs with sharp bends, as they can be more difficult to insert into hard ground.

10. Use Anchors or Weights:

    • In extremely hard ground, consider using alternative anchoring methods like sandbags or heavy rocks.

Remember to always be careful when using tools to avoid injury. If you encounter particularly challenging ground, it might be worth carrying a small selection of pegs suited for different conditions.

HISTORY OF SNOW PEAK

Snow Peak's journey began in 1958, when our founder Yukio Yamai, an accomplished mountaineer, created his own line of superior climbing gear out of the discontent for the current gear on the market. It is our birthplace and our founder's heritage that we look to whenever we sit down at the drawing board and create our next piece of outdoor gear.

Snow Peak's home in Sanjo City, is in the Chūetsu region of Niigata Prefecture, which is also known locally as the hardware town for its history of fine crafted metal work. A range of mountains that rise up to an altitude of 8,051 ft. between Niigata and Fukushima prefectures with rivers and streams cutting into the valleys, flow out to the East Japan Sea. This rich environment naturally evokes a strong connection to the outdoors. For the people born and raised here, nature is a part of life. It is this place that inspired Yukio Yamai, and to this day continues to inspire all of the products that come from Snow Peak, as is still home to our International Headquarters.

From 1980 to the present, Snow Peak has been run by Yamai's son, Tohru Yamai who brought the company to national recognition as a brand who inspires people around the world to enjoy the outdoors and find harmony with nature. Yamai believes that it is Snow Peak's mission to bring people closer to nature; that by spending time out of doors we find our humanity.

Presently, the next generation of the Yamai legacy is being brought forward by Yukio's granddaughter, Lisa Yamai, who in 2014 launched Snow Peak Apparel. With great acclaim from the fashion and outdoor industries, Snow Peak Apparel has inspired a new generation of outdoor enthusiasts.