Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL - UltralightBackpacking Tent

I searched everywhere for a 4 man tent that could be used for my family of me, my wife and two sons for lightweight backpacking. After months of web searching decided on this. Have just returned from three days use in the Cairngorm Mountains in Scotland and overall we are impressed! The tent easily fits us all and in the wet weather we were able to store wet packs and waterproofs in one porch and cook in the other. I was worried about the stability, but it did handle 35mph winds, for the weather I need it for it was fine, for really bad weather i.e. Scottish high level camping I would use a heavier 4 season tent. I made sure it was pitched correctly and I did use extra long strong pegs, plus all guys out. The tent did buck and boom A LOT, but it held, although it is noisy as fly creaks over poles. There was one point early in the night where one of the poles bowed in rather alarmingly, but I retightened all the anchor points - which had slackened off slightly, and it didn't happen again even though the winds increased. As the dad I never sleep well in bad weather, but the tent stood up to the gusts and the family slept. It endured prolonged, wind driven torrential rain and we stayed completely dry. No condensation even with the four of us in the tent in cool 6ºc temps. I did put an old shower curtain under the groundsheet to protect it - I will probably buy the footprint. We had to strip down in the rain and managed to pack everything including the inner from within the fly (tricky without the proper footprint, but 'do-able') emerging to quickly pack the rain soaked fly in a dry bag for the walk out. For what we need, 3 season backpacking, it is ideal.

Arrived ripped and damaged, clearly used and returned by someone then sent out to us. Shocked at the state of this item since it's a high value item. Don't buy this item here, try a smaller retailer who will take the due care. So disappointed at the awful customer service here and just really poor experience.

I have to say I was apprehensive about getting a 1 person tent. I have tried other brands and even the original copper spur ul1 and was not a fan. I just never seemed to have enough room in 1 person tents. However, Big Agnes got it right with this model! First off I love the new fabric and the olive color. Nice natural look for the outdoors. To give an idea on space, I'm not a slim guy. I'm 5'11" 215lbs with a wide, long torso and yet I felt nice and cozy! I had plenty of foot and head room (always a problem in other tents) and my klymit luxe sleeping pad (27" wide) filled out the tent floor perfectly. There was no slippage with the pad on the tent floor. Also the pockets inside the tent are awesome. The 3d pocket hanging over the foot of the tent is perfect for stuffing a down jacket. The multiple gear loops are also a great feature. Nice for hanging your watch, mini lantern etc. The HV walls of the tent make it feel more spacious and my shoulders and head did not hit the top of the tent like other 1 person models. Although, I'm used to the width of 2 man tents, it felt nice and cozy inside the HV model and I did not feel crammed. The width was more like a hammock. However, If you want more liveabilty and space for gear etc. I highly suggest going with the 2 man. But if your looking for a smaller set up that takes up less pack space and weight definitely go with this!

Haven’t taken the tent out yet so this is only half of a review. Will update after I hit the trail.I can say setup is easy and the tent is super light. I doubled my interior space while taking a pound off my dry weight. The material seems very thin but only time will tell.In order to tie the tent down for severe weather you need more stakes than the company provides. Not a game changer but if you plan on really severe weather you will need 12 not 8.The dual vestibules are a really nice touch. Given im a single camper my gear will be in the tent with me but to shelter wood, chairs etc at night will be very welcome.The conversion of a vestibule wall to a rain roof using trekking poles sounds better than it is. Having the “roof” to cook during the rain is a nice touch but if you have any wind the roof will be useless and the rain will likely get in your tent. (Used a sprinkler test and gusts of wind blew the water right into the tent wall). With the vestibule down, the tent was perfectly dry and shed the water without any problem.I’m really excited about this tent and have found no problems in back yard testing. I will update after my next trip which will be a winter camp.UPDATE- everything I wanted and then some! What a great tent. Fits perfectly in the long side-pocket of my GG mariposa. Made it through a really bad storm no issues. Set up easy peasy in the field. Lots of interior room at the same weight of most one man tents. Freestanding for my next trip into the high Sierras. Get this tent!

Forget the ultralight world, just get this tent. after 3-4 days on trail, you will find this tent a breeze to pitch, very roomy, nice additions of pockets and pouches all around, 2 entries, 2 vestibules, nice kickstand entry porch, and sturdiness. Its a 9 out of 10. A ten is same tent 1 lb. lighter.