Big Agnes - Copper Spur HV Expedition
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Last updated: Dec 14, 2025 Scoring
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"Copper Spur is perfect though I have also used a 20+ pound REI Kingdome when space was less of an issue. ... I do a fair amount of trips that start with a flight so a lighter tent that takes up less room is a must."
"it's about 4lbs so my husband and I split the weight."
"The Big Agnes Copper Spur is the best lightweight tent I’ve ever had by a country mile."
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"I have a Big Agnes tent that’s at least 10 years old, we use it regularly and only have to hose the dirt off. It’s amazing."
"Ive had my big agnes longer than any other tent ive owned so far! ... I think its at least ten years old."
"I’ve had that thing all over the most remote parts of the Colorado Rockies and it has always performed perfectly."
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"I have and it managed pouring rain and high winds without issue."
"It handled wind and thunderstorms."
"It can withstand strong winds and snow buildup."
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"The extra space will mean so much as you move through various conditions and needs. ... The extra space allows you to bring all or most of your gear inside, with an area for boots/shoes etc."
"I’m 6’4 240 and I use the 3 man for backpacking with 1 other person and a dog and it’s great."
"Long enough to my 6'5" frame and can sit up in it."
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"freestanding"
"Easy setup"
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"found it such a pain to set up"
"I totally agree. ... I only keep my Copper Spur as a backup."
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"I wouldn’t call any version of it ultralight."
"You would, however, save over a pound by switching to the TarpTent Hogback."
"I use the copper spur for overnight/easier riding trips. For actual bike packing / serious miles, I go with an ultra lite HMG mid-1."
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"Big Agnes Copper Spur is a pound lighter, just not as sturdy."
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"We decided to get a 3p tent because our two wide pads were smacking together in the copper spur 2."
"2p is way too small for two people unless you like sleeping on top of each other or maybe you’re both 5’ and 100lbs?"
"My partner has a big Agnes, which is great, a little lighter but super tight for both of us."
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"Yes the bottom is super thin. ... I always use a Gossamer Gear plastic tarp under the copper spur bottom."
"I don't think I'd trust it long term without a groundsheet of some short - even just a piece of plastic if not the official groundsheet."
"I own a Copper Spur and the fabrics feel quite delicate, IMO. ... My point was that while it may check a box for structural integrity due to the free standing hub design, it uses pretty much the same ultra light types of fabrics as those UL tents that OP wants to avoid"
The Big Agnes Copper Spur HV Expedition is quite a sturdy type of tent, technically 3+ seasons and it is fairly lightweight. It can withstand strong winds and snow buildup. It’s not for real expeditions nor winter alpine conditions. It is a great choice for average wild camping imo.
r/Ultralight • What ultralight tent do you recomend for severe cold weather? ->BA CSs are awesome. I have an Expedition version for canoeing, but I wouldn’t call any version of it ultralight. For UL I’d recommend a single pole tent. More aerodynamic and you have an extra pole if one breaks ( which happened to me when I got caught in unexpected deep snow).
r/Ultralight • Need help picking a budget ultralight tent ->I kinda had the same thing. We decided to get a 3p tent because our two wide pads were smacking together in the copper spur 2. The whole copper spur line is on sale rn bc of the new hyperbead copper spur. We’re also eyeing a zenbivvy double bed, but that’s very expensive and will only be a purchase I’m willing to make if we end up camping together a lot or one of my buddies takes up cuddling.
r/backpacking • How do couples sleep when backpacking? ->A 3 person big Agnes high volume is what you’re looking for
r/backpacking • What's the best 2 person backpacking tent that won't make me hate my partner? ->My copper spur broke on me in a wind storm (granted it was very high wind on an exposed mountain). 2 of the 4 plastic buckles that the tent pole goes into at the end broke. Also my friend on the Colorado Trail broke 2 big Agnes tents this summer while setting up (once the tent pole bent/broke, other time I can't remember because I hadn't met them yet). I still think it's a good tent, but as a backpacker and mountaineer who cares a lot about weight, I probably wouldn't buy it again, I just don't quite trust it. Cleverhiker has very good points, but honestly thru hiking generally doesn't put you in a crazy exposed campsite like the top of a Scottish highland summit
r/Ultralight • Deciding on a tent ->Copper Spur, but get the 3man, unless you like it cosy
r/Ultralight • 2-man backpacking / bikepacking tent ->How tall are you? I tried lying down in last year‘s hubba hubba two person, and it was too small for me to lie straight across. I’m 6 foot four. I could go on a diagonal if I was by myself, but I wanted to be with a friend. Ended up getting a three person copper spur.
r/backpacking • Tent opinions ->I think the 3 person big Agnes copper spur is your best bet but would admittedly be a tight squeeze depending on how big your boys are
r/Ultralight • 3 person ultralight tent with KIDS? ->I recommend looking for a 2 or 3 person tent for the humans with a vestibule for the dogs and gear. We have the Big Agnes Copper Spur 3 person tent for the humans and the Hotel vestibule accessory for our dog.
r/CampingGear • Best backpacking tent for 2 people and 2 Labradors ->After one trip with another backpacker in a Copper Spur 2, I bought the 3 person size for two. I have had it seven years. I took it to Philmont, NM and all over Colorado. It handled wind and thunderstorms.
r/backpacking • Best 2p ultralight tent ->The 3p allows two of us to sort backpack items inside the tent during a storm. The 2p is too small for that. It is just enough for two 6 foot tall people to sleep. Yes the bottom is super thin. I always use a Gossamer Gear plastic tarp under the copper spur bottom. I could have bought the Big Agnes foot print.
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