Big Agnes - Tiger Wall UL2
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"A good robovac is a life changer. Even a $350 basic S8. It is a great place to start. ... I promise you that you will not be disappointed by a basic S8. It will change your life even if it can't fit under every piece of furniture you own. ... My two S8s just finished vacuuming our entire house in about 46 minutes. ... While my floors were being cleaned, I sat comfortably on our patio in the cool shade with a slight breeze and composed my far too long response to you while sipping a diet soda and relaxing. ... I will have to spend about four minutes maintaining my two S8s. This will be my entire contribution to my home floor cleaning effort for today. Four minutes!"
"Like 500$ these robots are currently the steal of the century ... You can get a mova p10 pro ultra (cannot remove its mops), equivalent to the l40/x40 for 500$ after a discount code"
"I got the Q5 Pro for $139. ... costs $450 less than what I paid for the S6 ... it is the best value option out there imo."
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"I had mine staked down in packed sand during a rainstorm that dropped 1.5”-2” per hour for 3 hours according to a ranger station nearby and it took it like a champ."
"after heavy and extreme and I mean extreme use in a very dirty environment, after a year the range suddenly cut down... I felt like I'd gotten my measly 20ish buck worth from them and didn't fault jlab due to the extreme circumstances I used them in daily. ... I work in a hot asa filthy steel mill and the fact they lasted a year was impressive to me."
"My old Breville lasted 10-11 years ... I got the new one 3 years ago with the air fryer option … if it breaks tomorrow I would figure out how to get it again - I seriously love it."
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"We have traveled to 3 countries with it, set it up on taxis etc."
"Super easy. ... Took about 20-30 minutes"
"sets up in under 3 min including stake out time. ... Take down is just as fast and it fits in its storage bag with out much fuss. ... set up in under 90 seconds 120 if you putting in stakes."
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"Coming from the Razer viper ultimate at around 74 grams to the X2 Crazylight at 35 is a surreal experience, the mouse is basically as light as a feather to pick up and move it almost seems like it's not even there. ... As a fingertip grip user the feel of using a mouse this light is bar none, it makes it so much easier to pick up and re adjust and just moving it around with your wrist in fine movements it feels much more accurate and controllable."
"After the third run of another 15 miles a few days ago, I was sold and grinning from ear-to-ear afterwards. It's light, fast and propulsive, responsive, stable, nimble, grippy, comfortable, and protective. It pretty much does it all in a very lightweight package."
"it weighs under 350g"
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"I also love the volume of space inside it (and that's why I get a 2 not a 1)"
"I’m 6’3”, plenty of room in my Tiger Wall UL2."
"It's durable, huge and comfy ... super roomy footprint ... It's like the Taj Mahal of tents"
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"at 183cm with some extra space for the bag with 450g of down to get the loft that tent was not enough. My head was barely touching the mesh doors of the inner, while my feet were already pushing the inner against the fly (with the tent properly tensioned!) Woke up with wet bag and cold as hell feet. Didn't bother to use it again."
"Tigerwall tents will not work. ... I tried them and at 6'2" they were both too small."
"It will not fit 2 people even cuddling."
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"Personally snapped a three season tent on rainier from the wind a few seasons ago. Granted it was a big Agnes tiger wall."
"Hubba tent has a single top tube, this design is made to be lightweight but it cannot withstand wind."
"These taller tents don't do well in high winds. ... They're like giant sails, and the poles tend to bend."
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"Both of my Coleman Instant tents have holes in the floor after just 2 uses. Both of them leaked water in a moderate storm. ... The Coleman Instant Tent has a known issue with leaks so they sell an additional aftermarket rainfly. ... I have the rainfly. Doesn't even cover the windows.... The windows fill up with water and then the water started dripping right off the keeper for the windows screen...."
"After finishing up a trip this past weekend up in Maine I found out that my new 6 person Coleman tent is not water resistant to rain. ... I always thought Coleman made a decent tent until this past weekend when I found out the hardway with water seeping through every seem of the tent"
"I had a Coleman instant tent for 13 years with no leaks. One trip to the same campground with the T4, leak, and bugs. It made me sad. ... Yep, it leaked for me the first time I used it. Colorado mtn storms can be crazy, but short."
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"Personally snapped a three season tent on rainier from the wind a few seasons ago. Granted it was a big Agnes tiger wall."
"aren’t robust enough for Scottish winter"
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"you have to be very careful not to zip the fabric of the fly into the zipper when you're opening or closing the vestibule. ... Despite having done it MANY TIMES now I have yet to rip the material."
"Out west where it’s dry it matters less but when I’ve been in really wet areas like the AT or this year on the ADT through Ohio I like having a separate rainfly. That way I can put the soaking wet fly on the top of my pack to dry as I walk and the dry ish inner can go inside my pack in dry or damp storage"
"My only complaints is that it's a bit fussy to get the fly taut"
Bigredrooster6969 1.0Try the REI re/supply. I got a Big Agnes tent that retails for $499 for $134. Also, REI sale is coming up in a few weeks and there will probably be a good deal on their own brand tents and others.
I bought a Big Agnes UL2 Tiger Wall for $134 at the REI resupply section. If there's a store near you it might be worth checking that out regularly.
btgs1234 1.0I love the Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2! I don’t agree you need a 3p for 2 people though. I’ve had two in mine many times. It’s just tight and your bags have to go outside. If you want more room though, yeah the 3p bc the 2p is tiiiiight lol
Glimmer_III 1.0General comment on the BA Fly Creek: If you're considering the Fly Creek, get the Tiger Wall instead. It is basically the same sent, but the difference is having two side entrances on the Tiger Wall vs. a single rear entrance on the Fly Creek. With two adults (especially two adults and two kids), you'll be tripping over each other if you do not make having _two side entrances_ a must-have feature for a _backpacking_ tent. If you were getting a car camping tent, which would be much larger and spacious, you could get away with a single entrane. But not a backpacking tent. TL;DR - Fly Creek is a great tent, just probably not the right design for your application.
I used the BA Tiger Wall UL2 on my PCT. _Between the two?_...save the weight. Get the BA Tiger Wall UL2. You do not need a fully freestanding tent, and you can't really justify the weight penalty when you have so many other priorities. (Remember: You could carry an extra 200ml/≈6oz of water at _all times_ and be weight neutral. Or 3 more energy bars. That matters more than learning how to pitch a tent.) _Would I get it again?_...yes. The Tiger Wall UL2 is a proven design for a great tent. HOWEVER, knowing what I know now? I'd get a trekking pole supported tent and save even more weight. > _if there was a reason why people have been choosing the copper spur instead of the tiger wall._ Yes, the reason is usually that they are "packing their fears". Again, you absolutely do not "need_ a fully free standing tent. Save the weight. . . . . . . . . **Any other comment on the Tiger Wall UL2?** If you're hiking solo, it's got _plenty_ of space inside. It can fit two people snug, but with a single hiker you can lay out your kit however you like. It's just a really versatile size. There is also a "gear loft" type shelf for drying stuff out, etc. Also, the "fast fly" option is really nice, and it works as designed. I could deploy shelter from rain ins <2min. But again...all thing equal...I'd get a single-wall treking pole supported tent.
Yes, think about it a little more. Start lurking in r/ultralight as well to see both sides of the arguments. Nothing wrong with a double-wall tent, and I love mine. But the number of nights I camped with only my tent, but not the fly? Very, very few. Look into the "rule of 2" for your big-three items. It states that your target weight (not requirement, but target) is: * 2lbs for your sleep system * 2lbs for your shelter system * 2lbs for your pack/load-hauling system * ≈6lbs for all three together Again, it's a target, not a dictum. But keeping track of your base weight is one of the single most important metrics you can do. Think of it this way: If the single-wall trekking pole tents were not effective...why would they exist? And why would they command their price point and loyalty? You might get one, or not, but I'd hesitate to be prematurely dismissive. . . . . . . . . . _Any thoughts on the Durston Xmid1 or Xmid2_ They're proven, and terrific...and they take up a large footprint at the camp sight. That's really my only complaint. They're hard to fit if a campsight is crowded, but folks make it work every year. You kinda owe it to your self to look into "all the usual suspects" for single-wall trekking pole supported tents (Durston, Z-Pack, etc.) so you understand the trade-offs. i.e. Present-day lack of skill is NOT sufficient reason to not get a single-wall trekking pole supported tent. Because by night 10, you'll have the skills to pitch the tent. Choose your tent based upon its merits and your priorities.
Ill-Rise5325 1.0Big Agnes _**Copper Spur HV UL2**_ Hands down best bang for your buck. Comfy when solo with gear inside, or with a future partner - be it canine or human - you both have a dedicated entrance vestibule (that props up like a tarp shade as well). --- Already own another 2p tent and truly talking solo spend to shed weight? **Tiger Wall UL1** That 2p Kelty is practically 5lbs, seriously get a 1-2lb tent. Curious what model your other existing 1p was; it a front crawl entrance type, not tall all the way to feet, at 3lbs? A new TW UL2 might be your jam.
J-Nightshade 1.0There is no problem with ventilation in Tiger Wall since the inner tent is almost entirely mesh the amount of air coming through under the fly is plenty. But if you want a semi-freestanding tent I would rather recommend Mountain Hardwear Strato UL 2, it has more space. Not sure if you can find it for £300 though. Between the ones you consider X-mid is actually the champion in terms of space inside.
jrice138 1.0Op asked about none of that. I based my recommendation off of ops question. Full stop. You don’t need to answer questions people aren’t asking. Also don’t really agree with your negative points as they’re really mostly non issues. Campsite space is not a thing to worry about. It will almost never come up, especially on the pct. Space in pack also nothing. I used my tiger wall with a 40L pack easy, could for sure go smaller. Also sacrificing 2” in length for more overall space is a perfectly reasonable trade off. I genuinely do not believe that you saw no one using a 2p tents you just didn’t notice.
If it has to be between these two, tiger wall no contest. Copper spur is fine tent but the extra weight is pointless. I used my tiger wall for the azt and at, wouldn’t hesitate to take it on the pct. I used a fly creek for two pct thrus.
Keelobenjamino 1.0Hiked the PCT this year and to be honest it was about 50/50 of trekking pole tents vs semi-freestanding. I started with a Nemo Hornet which I ended up switching out due to zipper issues to the Tiger Wall UL2. Loved the Tiger Wall but the 2 person felt quite large for me. For sure a mansion. Here I am sure everyone will tell you that they are sooo heavy and to get a trekking pole tent. You can save some weight but saw several in busier areas struggle to find spots since they take up much more space. Big Durston fan as well but met a ton of people with zipper issues on trail. One of my favorite parts of a semi-freestanding is sleeping without the rain fly and seeing the stars and sky which you can do about 90% of the time on the PCT. No views in your trekking pole tents.
NoJackfruit3579 1.0I have the the standard yellow tigerwall ul2 and I LOVE IT I've use it on the jmt and colorado trail, when it's not super likely to have condensation I love having my rainfly off and feeling like I'm still outside. Plus the yellow mesh gives everything a little bit of a warm tone, which is lovely
OGS_7619 1.0you have to be a bit more careful quoting accurate weights, since it could make a difference. I believe X-Dome is indeed 2.7lbs or 2lbs 11oz. Plus the poles. MSR Freelight 2 is 2 lbs 5 oz. BA Tiger Wall UL2 is 2 lbs 3 oz. I would honestly go with Tiger Wall for your use. Don't use the footprint, just be somewhat mindful of your site selection.
PanicAttackInAPack 1.0Its not "very heavy for a tent". Certainly not a freestanding one. OP, the Tigerwall and Copper Spur are very common sights on the PCT and are two of the highest rated by satisfaction on post trail reviews. You can get lighter but that doesnt detract from the fact that both are excellent ultralight freestanding options.
Again, those tents are absolutely in the realm of ultralight. This isnt a debate. Its the same weight class as an Xdome 1. This is the type UL douche snobbery that makes discussing gear a turn-off for people trying to drop weight. UL class isnt defined as only for those with frameless hipbeltless packs who cold soak and sleep under a tarp. When you define ultralight criteria as only fitting your specific combination of gear then you become the problem. For example this is the exact same as telling someone an 20oz tent isnt ultralight because they can use a 6oz tarp. It's a continuing moving of goal posts of what UL is until you've made it so niche and specific that almost no one belongs.
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