Big Agnes
Copper Spur HV UL3
Manufacturer list price (MSRP)
$649.95
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Overview
The UL3 adds a third sleeping spot at 1474 g (3 lb 4 oz), still freestanding and still running two doors and two vestibules. Split three ways, that is under 500 g of tent per person.
Specs
- Brand
- Big Agnes
- Weight
- 1474 g · 52.0 oz
- Capacity
- 3-person
- Seasons
- 3 Season
- Structure
- Freestanding
- Doors
- 2
- Item Weight
- 3 pounds
- Material Type
- Rainfly/Floor: Proprietary HyperBead fabric; 15D nylon with 20D solution dyed ripstop and 1500mm waterproof coating without intentionally added PFAS. Tent Body: reathable 15D nylon with 20D solution dyed ripstop, and 15D polyester mesh
- Occupancy
- 2 Person
- Occupant Capacity
- 2
- Pole Material Type
- Aluminum
- Product Dimensions
- 88"L x 52"W x 40"H
- Rainfly Material
- nylon
- Season
- 3-Season
- Shape
- Rectangular
- Tent Floor Material
- Nylon
- Vestibules
- 2
Weight vs. category
This product52.0 oz
Category average46.2 oz
12% heavier than the category average.
Our verdict
At 1474 g (3 lb 4 oz), this freestanding three-person, three-season tent delivers impressive livability relative to its weight. Its high-volume DAC pole architecture creates steep sidewalls and spacious interior volume, complemented by two doors and two vestibules. Owners consistently praise the roominess for two hikers plus gear. The main caveat from long-term reviewers is that the thin ultralight floor fabric rewards careful campsite selection, making a footprint a smart addition. The plain tradeoff is material thickness for weight savings. It suits two backpackers seeking extra space on multi-day mountain treks.
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Manufacturer list price (MSRP)
$649.95