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Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 vs MSR FreeLite™ 2-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent - Saraha / 2

Fly Creek UL2 is the lighter of the two by 39 g (1.4 oz).

Fly Creek UL2 lists for $50.00 less at the manufacturer's price.

Where to buy

Fly Creek UL2

  • Check price at Big Agnes

FreeLite™ 2-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent - Saraha / 2

  • Check price on Amazon→
  • Check price at Cascade Designs

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Fly Creek UL2

Big Agnes

FreeLite™ 2-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent - Saraha / 2

MSR

Weight
36.0 oz
37.4 oz
MSRP
$449.95
$499.95

Which one to choose

  • Choose the Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 if every ounce counts — 36.0 oz against 37.4 oz.
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Questions this comparison answers

Is the Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 lighter than the MSR FreeLite™ 2-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent - Saraha / 2?
Fly Creek UL2 is the lighter of the two by 39 g (1.4 oz).
Which has the lower list price, the Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 or the MSR FreeLite™ 2-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent - Saraha / 2?
Fly Creek UL2 lists for $50.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).

Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2

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“Minimalist single door design with technical features makes the Fly Creek UL a favorite among ultralight backpackers everywhere. Shop today at Big Agnes!”
Full specs and prices for the Fly Creek UL2 →

MSR FreeLite™ 2-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent - Saraha / 2

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“The ultralight FreeLite is our lightest double-walled, semi-freestanding 2-person tent, blurring the line between ultralight and ultra-livable.”
Full specs and prices for the FreeLite™ 2-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent - Saraha / 2 →

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