Up next big agnes scout 2 carbon 3season backpacking tent duration. I know ultralite is all the rave, peeps sleep under rain coats and forage for berries so they dont have to carry a tent and a granola bar i kid personally i think i might like this. Big agnes fly creek ul2 for the pct pacific crest trail. The big agnes fishhook ul 2 is definitely a bit of a quirky addition to the competitive world of ultralight tents honestly, i really enjoyed using it. It has some small feeling dimensions, so its not for those who need to spread out when they get to camp.
Overall i was extremely satisfied with the fly creek ul2 tent as a one person tent for thruhiking the at. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below. I liked the concept of the scout ul2, but i didnt feel like it quite met my needs as a tent. Press to open modal with high resolution version of current image. The happy hooligans biggest drawback is its small vestibule area and big price tag. Click here to visit our frequently asked questions about html5.
Big agnes scout plus ul 2 3season backpacking tent youtube. These singlewall tents utilize your trekking poles for support and set up in no time. Posted on october 16, 2014 november 12, 2014 by treelinebackpacker. The big agnes tiger wall 2 carbon is too good to be true. Ive used the regular copper spur hv ul2, and fitting the horizontal crossing.
With ample floor space and minimal weight, this is an ultralight shelter you will love. Its a threeseason tent with all the features necessary to keep comfy whether its rainy, warm, sunny, or. Pitching my new big agnes scout 2 platinum so that i can share my initial impressions with you all. This year, big agnes pitched two vestibular variations of the popular, lightweight scout backpacking tent. Well, big agnes just released two more versions of the scout ul2.
It strikes me, though, that this is a tent for people who are very familiar with where theyre going and are confident that neither mosquitoes nor wind will overwhelm the fishhooks capabilities. 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. The tiger wall ul2 tent is the lightest big agnes backpacking tent to still have two doors and two vestibules, and having both of those really comes in handy when its raining or if you dont want to be disturbed when your backpacking buddy has to go out in the middle of the night. With ample floor space and minimal weight, these ultralight shelters might change the way you think about tents.
The scouts singlewall design utilizes your trekking poles for support and set up in no time. Multi use adjustable tent poles compatible with big agnes scout ul. Big agnes updated its classic ultralight backpacking tent with a vestibule in the scout plus ul tent. I have a 5lb, 6oz tent right now and can definitely find some huge weight savings by going to either of these tents. Big agnes scout ul 2 person tent has been discontinued by big agnes and is no longer available. I have heard great things about this free stranding palace. The scout ul tent series is best described as a newschool take on oldschool aframe wall tents or tarps. Big agnes scout ul 2person trekking pole tent 5046212. Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. The scout 2 carbon with dyneema is an ultralightweight adventurers dream. Users will love the tents light weight compared to others with a similar amount of floor space. I couldnt believe a twoperson tent could possibly fit in such a small package. This singlewall tent uses your trekking poles for support and sets up in no time. How to buy the right backpacking tent boys life magazine.
A majority of big agnes tents come with vent windows which we strongly encourage using. As we searched for a campsite while backpacking in the canyon of utahs dirty devil river in late march, the wind picked up. Big agnes scout plus ul2 setup demonstration youtube. The big agnes fly creek hv ul2 tent is a lightweight performance doublewall tent that weighs in at a scant 37 ounces, including stakes. I would just be using it for me on my 2015 thru hike. A sub3 pound tent with a vestibule thats larger than many two person tents.
These features create more livable space so you can be more comfortable in the backcountry. Also the video of the scout 2 carbon shows a graphic of dcf that includes a. Autoplay when autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will automatically play next. Big agnes big agnes pioneer 2 ultralight tentshelter. Up next big agnes scout ul2 alternative pitching options duration. Weighing in at just over two pounds this tent will not break your back. To give you a bit of background, i live in jackson, wy, and spend most of my free time in the summer hiking and backpacking. Silicone and polyurethane treatments help this tent protect your gear from wet weather, while the mesh. This ultralight backpacking tent is a 3season, singlewall tent that uses 2 trekking poles sold separately for setup. The scout plus ul2 features a spacious vestibule while the super scout has an.
Up next sneak peek new big agnes scout ul shelters duration. Home forums gear forums gear general big agnes scout ul2 viewing 19 posts 1 through 19 of 19 total forums are supported by our merchant partners disclosure rei coupons zpacks hyperlite patagonia arcteryx rbtr drop backcountry feathered friends campsaver gaia. Straight out of the box, in the factory package, it weighs 2 lbs 5 oz. An exceptionally lightweight 3season backcountry shelter from big agnes, the big agnes tiger wall ul2 tent has 2 doors and 2 vestibules to make tent life a little easier. With ample floor space and minimal weight, this ultralight shelter might change the way you think about tents. At big agnes, materials are weighed and triple checked, architecture is tweaked, tested, and tweaked again so that final samples can be taken into the backcountry and. Big agnes scout ul 2 3season backpacking tent youtube. It is an excellent shelter for weight conscious backpackers that are willing to carry a few additional ounces to enjoy the convenience of a large, protected. No matter the location, no matter the weather, being able to vent your tent even the slightest bit can help keep you dry. Their designs arent thrown together with a hope and a prayer on a conveyor belt that slaps a go camping sticker to the stuff sack and its off to the big box store.
For additional tent repair tips, refer to this video. Multiuse adjustable tent poles compatible with big agnes scout ul. All of the weatherproof and technical features of a threeseason tent, with ultralight material. Its singlewall design sets up in no time using your trekking poles for support while the integrated tent eves give you additional protection from the elements. The super scout from big agnes provides an incredible amount of living space, and gear. My first impression of the big agnes super scout ul 2 is that it is a neat super light tent that sets up easily and quickly. Based on my observations, the fly creek ul2 was the most popular freestanding tent amongst solo thruhikers. Big agnes scout plus ul 2 2 person, 3 season campsaver. We set up and show you the big agnes scout plus ul2, the improved version of big agnes scout ul2 from last year. So i havent gone out and actually used this tent yet, but i did set it up. This is an excellent opportunity to enter into the ultralight trekking pole shelters at a light price.
By the end, most thruhikers that had opted for the ul1 had wished that theyd gotten the ul2. Would copper spur ul2 be too heavy for pct thru hike. The big agnes scout ul2 tent is best described as a newschool take on oldschool aframe wall tent or tarp. The big agnes scout plus 2 is a newschool version of your oldschool aframe wall tent or tarp. Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures. Well, big agnes just released two more vesrions in the scout like. I have been using the seed house sl2 with titanium poles for my out west hunts as well as ak. I think im also going to skip on the footprint or at least make my own tyvex footprint. This single wall tent uses two trekking poles and suggested anchor points to provide a surprisingly roomy space, given how little the tent weighs just over a pound. The moment i saw this tent i was excited to try it out.
Although extremely strong for their weight, these tents are not indestructible and require careful use to decrease the possibility of damage. I used the ul2 in colorado in 20 and barely noticed it on my pack and was a joy to set up being its. The highly packable and lightweight big agnes flex pad sleeve. Features of the big agnes scout 2 tent single wall tents with full eve and rear vent system, to keep air circulating cargo pockets built in at head of tent scout ul2 features one door without vestibule reflective guylines and webbing at tent corners and sug. Big agnes scout plus ul 2 2 person, 3 season has been discontinued by big agnes and is no longer available. Big agnes apparel is designed and tested in steamboat springs, colorado so you can count on it to keep you warm and insulated when the snows chest deep, the. Our award winning fly creek tents have been redesigned with steep wall architecture and a vertical door to maximize floor and head space. Time lapse setup of the 2016 big agnes scout plus ul 2 ultra light tent during our latest trip in yosemite to ostrander lake. Designed for travelers who want to minimize weight and carry trekking poles, the big agnes scout ul2 tent is best described as a newschool take on oldschool aframe wall tent or tarp.
This two man tent truly feels like a two man with plenty of sleeping room. I didnt know what to think when i first set up the super scout. Shop tent accessories from big agnes including footprints, vestibules, and tent stakes. Im getting ready to pull the trigger on buying a big agnes fly creek ul2, does anyone have some extra pros cons they wish to share. These products are intended for only the most advanced user. Even just a small bit of circulated air can help prevent condensation buildup. Big agnes scout plus ul 2 person tent hiltons tent city. Big agnes inspires you to get outside with our comfortable and durable down sleeping bags, lightweight tents, selfinflating sleeping pads, and down jackets. This is a previous version of the very popular, renamed, big agnes scout 2 ul.
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