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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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