We handcraft our Ti-Hook tent stakes in-house using the highest quality titanium, we bend more of a defined backbend with a smaller hook. These changes make the stakes stronger and easier to drive due to the apex being directly over the spine.  This allows you to drive the stakes straighter and deeper which results in more holding power. This radical backbend also keeps the stakes from turning around under tension which is the most common problem with standard sheppard hook stakes.  We recommend driving these stakes at a 45 degree angle and using them in medium to firm soil.  Stakes have a blunt point so they will not damage other gear inside your pack.  Please Note: The stakes are round and are sold individually.