There is no way you'd notice 8 ounces added to your kit.

The question is how many creature comforts you want to carry, and their collective weight. E.g. "8 ounces here and there" can add up.

Another question is if you can improvise something you already use for a similar or same task. E.g. you may be able to just clear some ground and lie down on your sleeping pad.

And of course, you can always send things home, if it's a longer tour and you don't use it.