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Big Agnes Sweetwater UL 43L - SM vs ULA Equipment Circuit SV

Circuit SV is the lighter of the two by 67 g (2.4 oz).

Sweetwater UL 43L - SM lists for $20.04 less at the manufacturer's price.

Where to buy

Sweetwater UL 43L - SM

  • Check price at Big Agnes

Circuit SV

  • Check price at ULA Equipment

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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The lower weight and the higher R-value are highlighted.

Sweetwater UL 43L - SM

Big Agnes

Circuit SV

ULA Equipment

Weight
39.9 oz
37.5 oz
MSRP
$279.95
$299.99
Capacity / volume
43 L
48 L

Which one to choose

  • Choose the ULA Equipment Circuit SV if every ounce counts — 37.5 oz against 39.9 oz.
  • The ULA Equipment Circuit SV carries more (48 L against 43 L).
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Questions this comparison answers

Is the Big Agnes Sweetwater UL 43L - SM lighter than the ULA Equipment Circuit SV?
Circuit SV is the lighter of the two by 67 g (2.4 oz).
Which has the lower list price, the Big Agnes Sweetwater UL 43L - SM or the ULA Equipment Circuit SV?
Sweetwater UL 43L - SM lists for $20.04 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).

Big Agnes Sweetwater UL 43L - SM

Source not recorded.

“The Sweetwater UL 43L makes fastpacking expeditions a breeze. Whether hitting the trail for a thru-hike or a quick overnight, the propriety frame technology and ultralight durable fabric efficiently s.”
Full specs and prices for the Sweetwater UL 43L - SM →

ULA Equipment Circuit SV

Source not recorded.

“Circuit SV What Size Pack Do I Need? View Size Chart.  1. TORSO FIT Standing upright, tilt your chin to your chest. Locate your C7 Vertabra—the large lump at the base of your neck. With flexible tape, measure down the length and natural curvature of your spine to your iliac crest/ the top of your hipbone. This measurement in inches is your torso length.”
Full specs and prices for the Circuit SV →

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