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THE NORTH FACE Stormbreak 3 Footprint - Water Repellent Ground Cover for 3-Person Camping Tent, Castor Grey, One Size

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Best ultralight option

Amazon rating

★★★★★4.7(22)

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Verdict scoreGood
78/ 100

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Updated May 18, 2026 · 1 min read

THE NORTH FACE Stormbreak 3 Footprint - Water Repellent Ground Cover for 3-Person Camping Tent, Castor Grey, One Size

Sources behind this verdict

10 reviewers weighted by source trust

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The consensus

What reviewers found

Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.

Across the reviewers we read, the Stormbreak 3 footprint earns its spot on the strength of the parent tent's weather record more than its own review volume. OutdoorGearLab — the one high-trust independent test in the signals — singled out the Stormbreak's seam-taped floor for resisting ground moisture, which is exactly what a footprint is meant to reinforce. REI's verified reviewers report similar real-world dryness in heavy rain, and r/CampingGear threads on the Stormbreak 3 consistently call it durable through "insanely hard rain and 50km/h winds." At a listed 9 ounces, it's the lightest fitted footprint in this roundup and the most defensible choice for backpackers who want brand-matched fit without a meaningful weight penalty.

What reviewers liked

  • OutdoorGearLab's independent test cited strong floor seam-taping and minimal ground-moisture infiltration
  • Listed at 9 oz on REI — the lightest fitted footprint in this comparison
  • REI verified reviewers and r/CampingGear consensus both confirm real-world dryness in heavy rain

Where it falls short

  • Low Amazon review volume (22) limits the breadth of the verified-purchase signal
  • Brand-locked to the Stormbreak 3 tent — no flexibility for other models
  • At $50 it's pricey relative to universal alternatives that weigh only slightly more

Across the reviews

Synthesis · not our verdict

Across the reviewers we read, the Stormbreak 3 footprint earns its spot on the strength of the parent tent's weather record more than its own review volume. OutdoorGearLab — the one high-trust independent test in the signals — singled out the Stormbreak's seam-taped floor for resisting ground moisture, which is exactly what a footprint is meant to reinforce. REI's verified reviewers report similar real-world dryness in heavy rain, and r/CampingGear threads on the Stormbreak 3 consistently call it durable through "insanely hard rain and 50km/h winds."

At a listed 9 ounces, it's the lightest fitted footprint in this roundup and the most defensible choice for backpackers who want brand-matched fit without a meaningful weight penalty. The honest caveat: Amazon review volume is just 22, so the signal here leans heavily on the OutdoorGearLab test and REI verified reviews rather than a deep retailer dataset, and the footprint is only useful if you own the Stormbreak 3 tent.

Key specs

Source: Amazon listing
Camping Companion
Specifically designed for the Stormbreak 3 Three-Person Camping Tent, this Footprint provides extra protection against rough terrain, helping to extend the life of your tent while keeping it secure during your camping trips.
Floor Protection
Footprints protect your Stormbreak 3 tent from cold, wet, or abrasive ground, helping to preserve the tent floor and extend its lifespan. They're also versatile, perfect for fly-only pitching with most models.
Water-Resistant Design
Made from polyester taffeta with a PU coating and water-resistant finish, this footprint helps block moisture from seeping through, ensuring you stay dry and comfortable throughout your camping experience.
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Tech Specs
Avg Weight: 9oz; Fabric: 75D polyester taffeta; 1500 mm PU coating; non-PFC Durable Water Repellent (DWR) Finish.

What customers say

2 verified voices
It is a 3 season, 3 person tent, but it would be a very tight fit with 3 people. It seems to have floor space about the size of a queen size mattress with ...
Trustedvia r/camping
My favorite tent. I have used mine in extremely poor weather with no problems. Personally, my wife and I like the extra space a 3 man offers and it is perfect ...
Trustedvia r/CampingGear

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