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Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 2-Person Tent
Why this one
The Copper Spur HV UL2 sets the premium benchmark for a freestanding 3-season tent — maximum livable space, minimum pack weight, and details that matter after weeks on trail.
Unmatched space-to-weight ratio
The high-volume hub architecture creates near-vertical walls and a 42-inch peak height, delivering 29 sq ft of floor area plus two 8.5-sq-ft vestibules — all at a trail weight of 2 lb 12 oz. No other freestanding 2-person tent in this price band matches that combination of livability and pack weight.
Thoughtful premium details
Dual oversized doors and vestibules eliminate climbing over a partner; media pockets route headphone cords; reflective guylines and webbing are visible at night; the DAC Featherlite NSL pole system sets up in under three minutes. Solution-dyed fly fabric reduces UV degradation without adding weight.
Proven all-condition reliability
1200 mm polyurethane floor and 1200 mm silicone-treated fly handle sustained rain and wind; the freestanding design pitches on rock, sand, or snow without stakes when needed. Backed by Big Agnes's limited lifetime warranty and a repair program that keeps tents in service for decades.
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