Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL Backpacking Tent

Overview

Backpackers who count every gram get a freestanding two person shelter with aluminum poles, clip attachment and a silicone treated ripstop nylon rainfly. Each side has its own door and vestibule, so partners can get in and out without climbing over each other.

Low weight with two doors is the case for the Copper Spur HV, giving each sleeper a private entry and covered storage. The spec sheet carries some odd entries, including a four season label and a floor length that does not match the floor area, so confirm the dimensions with Big Agnes before planning a trip.

Who it's for

Two hikers on multi day trails, or one hiker who wants room for gear inside, get a light shelter that stands on its poles. Car campers who want stand up height and anyone heading into deep winter should look at a heavier tent.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

Weather protection comes from the coated ripstop fly and its water resistance rating, plus how taut the fly is pitched with the guylines. Freestanding poles hold the shape on rock or sand where stakes struggle, but wind stability still depends on staking and guying out. Condensation depends on venting, which the listing does not describe.

Specifications