Stories from real people who are blending the outdoors with the everyday, the latest information about gear we love, advice to get you into a new activity or take your passion to the next level, and trip reports to help you plan your next adventure. Home forums gear forums gear general big agnes ul tent users. In closing, i want to say im really proud of how active and engaged this community is. Exceptionally compressible fabrics using a unique fiber construction that big agnes claims is lighter and stronger than comparable 20denier material enable the tent to pack down smaller than you might expect, to about the size of a large. The fly creek hv ul 3person tent stays true to its ultralight appeal that minimalist backpackers love, but big agnes upgraded this model with a highvolume design for a roomier nights sleep. Backpackings all about solitude, so ditch the office, the crowds, and the hangerson and head up into the mountains with just you, yourself, and the big agnes copper spur ul1 hv 1person 3season tent. Press to open modal with high resolution version of current image. Love my single wall tt rainbow, but at that weight, whether freestanding, or not, pretty light w56 titanium stakes, couple rocks. The big agnes 2 wall fly creek ul 1 tent, 86 by 4230 by 38 high and w9 stakes, freestanding, poles, fabric at packaged weight of 35 ounces, min. Am looking to upgrade to a lighter tent from my present cabelas xpg which weighs 5 lb 7 oz.
Its not difficult to keep the interior of this tent dry during setup even if. Big agnes fly creek hv1 platinum big agnes mother of. Love my single wall tt rainbow, but at that weight, whether freestanding, or. Not only are all of you thoughtful, kind, intelligent people but.
When the fly creek hv ul1 came out, i decided to try it. This fourperson tent is great for families, offering generous space for an affordable cost. I have narrowed down my choices to the big agnes fly creek ul2 and the nemo hornet 2p. The wispy materials held up well to kid and canyon abuse, and while the fly fabric is prone to catching in the zipper, it never ripped.
I have a big agnes fly creek ul1 the poles anchor in grommets set in grosgrain webbing coming out of three corners of the tent, and the fly clips into buckles on the same three webbing straps. When looking for a light and easytopack tent, i kept seeing the big agnes fly creek ul 1 pop up. Join the big outside now to get full access to all of my blogs stories. Ive narrowed my options to a ba copper spur hv ul1, tiger wall 2. The motivation to get a new tent was reducing packed weight and bulk. Would be using solo, prefer the 2man tents to allow room for gear. I have a new ba fly creek hv ul2 platinum and i took it backpacking for eight days this summer. This tents main difference from all the other fly creeks is the shortstik poleset, which features dac featherlite nsl poles that break down into shorter sections to fit on handlebars, inside panniers, or.
The innovative, freestanding big agnes fly creek ul 2 is an ultralight enthusiasts dream. Our award winning fly creek tents have been redesigned with steep wall. Climb mountains, explore new territory, bikepack the length of the north american west coast or packraft into the. First of all, the big agnes fly creek hv ul 2 is very a lightweight tent so dont spin your gears over the extra cost, just opt for the tent specific footprint. Setup is very easy, i do like how the fly attaches to the tent and pulls it out to provide a little more interior room. The 8squarefoot vestibule proved big enough for cooking or gear though it blocks exits. I am in the process of getting my gear together now. It has some small feeling dimensions, so its not for those who need to spread out when they get to camp. Selling my big agnes ul1 tent due to upgrade to the ul2 as my wife will ajoin me on my adventures. Climb mountains, explore new territory, bikepack the length of the north american west coast or packraft into the wildest backcountry canyons. As we searched for a campsite while backpacking in the canyon of utahs dirty devil river in late march, the wind picked up. The big agnes fly creek hv ul 1 tent improves on an awardwinning design with increased volume.
Hello, i will begin a section hike of the at in 2017. Big agnes fly creek ul hv 1 mtnglo tent 1 person, 3 season has been discontinued by big agnes and is no longer available. Big agnes fly creek ul hv 1 mtnglo tent 1 person, 3. Big agnes fly creek ul series tents are built and designed to be a light weight alternative to the average bivy sack. Incredibly lightweight and technically designed, the fly creek hv platinum tents utilize the latest in fabric, high volume architecture, and pole technology. Hi, im michael lanza, creator of the big outside and former northwest editor at backpacker magazine. The fly creek ul1 has a 1 lb 14 oz trail weight and a 2 lb 3 oz packaged weight, which is about 8 oz or a half pound less than the big agnes seedhouse ul1. Im looking for help choosing between the fly creek ul2 and the copper spur ul2.
The big agnes fly creek hv ul2 tent is a lightweight performance doublewall tent that weighs in at a scant 37 ounces, including stakes. The fast fly configuration requires the footprint, tent fly, poles, and stakes. This one person version of the fly creek hv ul tent by big agnes is incredibly light weight, very roomy, and has some really neat features that make sept a breeze. Setup in the rain would most certainly be a problem. Big agnes fly creek hv ul ultralight backpacking tent. Streamlined to cut unnecessary weight, the fly creek ul 2 delivers surprising livability at a trail. Apart from a higher volume, the fly creek hv ul tent still. Big agnes fly creek hv ul1 bikepacking tent 3 season 1 person mesh inner height. Big agnes inspires you to get outside with our comfortable and durable down sleeping bags, lightweight tents, selfinflating sleeping pads, and down jackets. The fly creek collection consists of the lightest tents available on the market, and the fly creek hv ul1 bikepack tent has been specialized for singletrack, twotrack, and roadie adventures.
The big agnes fly creek ul 4 tent is a threeseason, freestanding, ultralight backpacking tent and the bigger sibling of the popular fly creek ul 2 tent. These features create more livable space so you can be more comfortable in the backcountry. Top quality, great selection and expert advice you can trust. Big agnes fly creek hv ul ultralight backpacking tent, 1 person. The big agnes footprint also enables you to pitch a lightweight, fast fly shelter while leaving the tent body behind. With this much space, says our tester, i dont have an excuse for making the dog sleep in the vestibule. The dimensions of the big agnes fly creek ul1 is slightly smaller than the seedhouse, however it is inevitable lose space when cutting weight. Unique to fly creek hv tents, dacs angle sf hub works with the featherlite pole system to provide 25% more head space and 10% more foot room. Lightweight means less durable, so i guarantee it will help your tent bottom last longer. The seedhouse sl2 is a light compact tent for 2 people and a luxurious shelter for 1. In addition to the normal flyinner setup, the tiger wall can be pitched. This free standing tent uses the lightest materials available. Click here to sign up for my free email newsletter. The new tiger wall ul tent from big agnes is similar to the copper.
Comes with homemade footprint from 1443r tyvek 100g which is. Big agnes fly creek ul 3 tent 3 person, 3 seasonclearance. The big agnes fly creek hv ul 1 tent improves on an awardwinning design with increased volume, creating more livable comfort for your solo trips without the added weight. Breaking the 2 pound barrier, the innovative, freestanding big agnes fly creek ul 1 is an ultralight enthusiasts dream come true. To extend the life of your tent floor, we recommend using a big agnes footprint or ground cloth. Ive been using a big agnes fly creek ul1 tent as my primary bikepacking shelter for two seasons now so i thought it was time to share some thoughts. Shop for big agnes fly creek at rei free shipping on all orders. There are some things i like about each over the other and am having a difficult time deciding between the two.
Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below. Big agnes fly creek ul 3 tent 3 person, 3 seasonclearance has been discontinued by big agnes and is no longer available. According to a survey done by the trek, this was the most popular 1person tent on the a. It performs well in a wide variety of conditions, but its weak point is that its pole structure doesnt hold up well in high crosswinds. Going to take the plunge and get myself a freestanding.
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