UOG TOP PICK - Big Agnes Tiger Series - We've singled out Big Agnes's Tiger Wall series because at this amazingly low weight we would expect the price to be much higher. The Tiger Wall's are well made, light weight and practical tents that are genuinely very hard to beat.
The Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL 3 is an ultralight, three season, free standing tent. It blends two of their best backpacking designs (the popular Copper Spur and Fly Creek) into one intriguing ultralight package.
Big Agnes says:
The Tiger Wall UL tents are our lightest two door/two vestibule, technical backcountry shelters yet. The two doors make tent life a little easier, and the weight savings is especially nice when out for multi-day trip and gram counting. Combining simple, yet strong single pole architecture with DAC Featherlite materials, interior storage pockets, and comforts around every corner, these tents are poised to be a backcountry favorite.
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The Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL series of tents has a minimalist pole structure which makes it Big Agnes's lightest two door backpacking tent. If your comparing it to other Big Agnes tents, it sits somewhere between the Fly Creek HV UL and the Copper Spur HV UL in terms of weight and and price. It's basically a successful mix of both designs.
The Tiger Wall has a similar frame system to the Fly Creek, except with the added cross pole across the top which makes it feel more spacious. The Tiger Wall features two doors and vestibules similar to the Copper Spur but without the extra weight. We would say the Tiger Wall gives you the best of both tents and at a price point that sits nicely in-between.
For a three man tent weighing 1240g, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that you might sacrifice on durability. The tent has a 15-denier floor and rainfly, which is extremely thin and should be treated with care - and used with a footprint on most occasions to extend its lifespan.
UOG TOP PICK - Big Agnes Tiger Series - We've singled out Big Agnes's Tiger Wall series because at this amazingly low weight we would expect the price to be much higher. The Tiger Wall's are well made, light weight and practical tents that are genuinely very hard to beat.
Help and advice:
Minimalist pole structure makes this our lightest two door backpacking tent
Features two doors and two vestibules with storm flaps on the vestibule zippers
Dry entry door design keeps the interior of your tent dry as you enter and exit
DAC poles create a strong structure that is light and spacious
Single pole architecture makes set up and take down simple and efficient
Dual zipper doors are smooth closing and the discrete seam design creates a clean, modern aesthetic
Dual zipper doors allow for easy entry. Use only one zipper for quick reach through access
Structured foot-end corners create more usable space between your feet and tent wall
Quick Stash door keeper on tent body door makes stowing unzipped door quick and easy
Over-sized ceiling pocket provides great storage space
Media pockets located above sleeping area enable clean ear bud cord routing from phones or other devices
Low Vent feature on the vestibule doors for more air flow while still providing vestibule coverage
Double sliders on the vestibule zippers allows for venting from the top or bottom
Velcro tabs connect fly to pole structure providing perfect pitch and extra stability
Ready to pitch; with pre-cut guy lines and tensioners attached to fly
Reflective guylines and webbing on tent corners
Easy grip zipper pulls
To extend the life of your tent floor, we recommend using a Big Agnes footprint - sold separately
Multiple interior loops for use with gear lofts or for attaching other accessories
UOG Specs:
Inner tent weighs: 462g
Flysheet weighs: 440g
Poleset weighs: 338g
Total weight for comparison: 1240g (excludes pegs and bags)
x8 pegs supplied weigh: 86g
Big Agnes Specs:
Trail weight (excludes pegs): 2lb 11oz / 1190g
Packed weight: 2lb 15oz / 1330g
Fast fly weight: 2lb 2oz / 935g
Packed size: 5.5" x 19" / 14 x 48cm
Floor size: 38 sq ft / 3.5m2
Floor length: 88" / 223cm
Floor width: 66-60" / 168-152cm
Head height: 42" / 107cm
Vestibule area: 8, 8 sq ft / 0.7, 0.7 m2
Construction + Materials
Fly and floor are silicone treated nylon rip-stop with 1200mm waterproof polyurethane coating (15D BR Nylon R/S)
Tent body is breathable nylon rip-stop and 15D polyester mesh
All seams taped with waterproof, solvent-free polyurethane tape (No PVC or VOC's)
DAC Featherlite NFL pole system
Ultralight plastic clips attach tent body to pole frame
Hub pole design
2 interior mesh pockets, 1 oversized mesh pocket with two cord routing portals & 8 DAC superlight aluminum J stakes
Gear loft loops included
Footprint - sold separately
Fast Fly setup available
Fits Triangle, Large Trapezoid and Wall gear lofts - sold separately
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Review Summary - 5 out of
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July 11, 2020 | Richie
Tent-tastic!
Took this on a wild camping trip to Yorkshire for its first outing and it didn’t disappoint. Even though we’d not practiced putting the tent up prior, it was up in less than five minutes with no blank faces staring at a pile of components on the ground! Plenty of room for two people (5’8” and 6’2”) and gear in the tent and still had the vestibules for wet footwear. Insanely lightweight but made even lighter by splitting the load. Breaking camp was just as simple and with a quick shake most of the nights rain was gone. I’d heard the storm flaps on the outer fly caused issues with the zips but if you pull the fly tight this shouldn’t be an issue. We definitely believe we’ve made a solid purchase of a fierce piece of kit here. Thank you UOG!