The perfect base for your ultralight tent
- xfoil Team
- Sep 18
- 4 min read
Your ultralight tent is a valuable investment. To maximize its lifespan and protect you from ground moisture and abrasion, a suitable groundsheet is essential. But which one fits your specific tent model best?
This is where xfoil comes in – your ultralight, robust, and completely waterproof groundsheet. We are confident that xfoil is the strongest cross-linked film currently on the market. Weighing less than 20 g/m², xfoil adds hardly any weight to your backpack but offers crucial protection for your tent floor.
Find Your Perfect xfoil: The Compatibility Guide
To make it easier for you to choose the right xfoil size, we have compiled an overview of many popular ultralight tents. This table helps you see at a glance which xfoil version is recommended for your tent.
Tent Brand | Tent Model | Capacity (P) | Floor Length (cm) | Floor Width (max, cm) | Recommended xfoil Version(s) | Coverage Note¹ |
Six Moon Designs | Lunar Solo | 1 | 228 | 121 | 1.6 x 2.4 m | Full Width & Length |
Six Moon Designs | Skyscape Trekker | 1 | 262 | 122 | 1.6 x 3 m | Full Width, extra length needed |
Six Moon Designs | Deschutes Tarp² | 1 | (Tarp) | (Tarp) | 1.6 x 2.4 m / 1.6 x 3 m | For NetTent (see below) or as a tarp floor |
Six Moon Designs | Serenity NetTent | 1 | 213 | 66 | 1.6 x 2.4 m | Full Width & Length (for inner tent floor) |
Six Moon Designs | Gatewood Cape² | 1 | (Tarp/Poncho) | (Tarp/Poncho) | 1.6 x 2.4 m | For NetTent (see above) or as a tarp/poncho floor |
Six Moon Designs | Lunar Duo (Explorer/Outfitter) | 2 | 228 | 137 | 1.6 x 2.4 m / 1.6 x 3 m | Full Width & Length (3m optional for more room) |
Six Moon Designs | Haven NetTent | 2 | 224 | 112 | 1.6 x 2.4 m | Full Width & Length (for inner tent floor) |
Zpacks | Plex Solo / Lite | 1 | 230 | 97 (Middle) | 1.6 x 2.4 m | Full Width & Length |
Zpacks | Duplex (Classic/Zip/Lite) | 1-2 | 230 | 114 (Classic/Zip) / 102 (Lite) | 1.6 x 2.4 m | Full Width & Length |
Zpacks | DuplexL / Zip | 2 | 244 | 112 | 1.6 x 3 m | Full Width, extra length recommended |
Zpacks | Triplex (Classic/Zip) | 3 | 230 | 152 | 1.6 x 2.4 m / 1.6 x 3 m | Partial Width Coverage (approx. 8 cm edge uncovered) |
Tarptent | ProTrail / Li | 1 | 213 | 107 (Head) | 1.6 x 2.4 m | Full Width & Length |
Tarptent | Double Rainbow / Li / DW | 2 | 224 | 127 | 1.6 x 2.4 m | Full Width & Length |
Durston Gear | X-Mid 1P / Pro | 1 | 230 | 81 | 1.6 x 2.4 m | Full Width & Length |
Durston Gear | X-Mid 2P / Solid | 2 | 234 | 132 | 1.6 x 2.4 m / 1.6 x 3 m | Full Width & Length (3m optional for more room) |
Durston Gear | X-Mid Pro 2 | 2 | 230 | 117 | 1.6 x 2.4 m | Full Width & Length |
Durston Gear | X-Mid Pro 2+ | 2+ | 230 | 132 | 1.6 x 2.4 m / 1.6 x 3 m | Full Width & Length (3m optional for more room) |
Gossamer Gear | The One | 1 | 213 | 84 (Head) | 1.6 x 2.4 m | Full Width & Length |
Gossamer Gear | The Two | 2 | 213 | 122 (Head) | 1.6 x 2.4 m | Full Width & Length |
¹ Coverage Note: "Full Width" means the maximum tent floor width is 160 cm or less. "Partial Width Coverage" means the maximum tent floor width is greater than 160 cm; xfoil covers the central area, but the outermost edges remain uncovered. The length coverage refers to the specified xfoil version. ² For tarps without a fixed floor (Deschutes, Gatewood Cape), the groundsheet serves as the floor area. Compatibility here often refers to the combination with an optional inner tent (NetTent) or the desired covered area.
How to use the table:
Simply look for your tent model. The "Recommended xfoil Version(s)" column gives you our size recommendation. Please pay close attention to the "Coverage Note¹" column:
Full Width & Length: Perfect! The xfoil groundsheet covers the entire tent floor.
Partial Width Coverage: Important for tents wider than 1.6 meters! Our xfoil groundsheet reliably protects the main sleeping area in the middle. However, the outermost centimeters of the tent floor at the edges will be exposed. For many users, this is perfectly adequate, as the primary protection is needed where you lie and store your gear.
Extra Length Needed/Recommended: For particularly long tents or if you want additional space for gear under the sheet, we recommend our 3-meter version.
Important: Is your tent shorter than the recommended xfoil version? No problem! You can easily cut xfoil to the exact required length with a pair of scissors.
When in doubt, we always recommend measuring your tent's floor dimensions yourself and comparing them with our xfoil dimensions (1.6 m width; 2.4 m, 3 m, or 6 m length).
Which xfoil size is right for you?
1.6 x 2.4 m: The standard for most 1-person and many narrower 2-person tents. This size was deliberately chosen to cover at least the core area of almost every common ultralight tent, often providing a perfect fit.
1.6 x 3 m: Ideal for longer tents, taller people, or if you want more space for your gear under the groundsheet.
1.6 x 6 m: The best choice for DIY projects, if you want to cut multiple groundsheets (e.g., for two different tents or as a spare), need to cover a very large tarp, or are simply looking for the best price per square meter.
With an xfoil groundsheet, you give your ultralight tent the protection it deserves – lightweight, robust, and a perfect fit. Use our guide to find the perfect size for your next adventure.
Is your tent not listed or do you have further questions? Feel free to contact us – we're happy to help!





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