Big Agnes - Copper Spur HV UL1

https://www.backcountry.com/b/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul1-tent-1-person-3-season?CMP_SKU=BAGZ299&MER=0406&skid=BAGZ299-ORA-ONESIZ&mr:device=m&mr:adType=plaonline&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla&utm_campaign=20554329079__p:G%7Cs:BC%7Cct:Shopping%7Cct2:pmax%7Cg:xx%7Cc1:Hike+Camp%7Cc2:xx%7Cb:xx%7Cmt:xx&utm_content=&utm_id=go_cmp-20554329079_adg-_ad-__dev-m_ext-_prd-BAGZ299-ORA-ONESIZ_mca-7811_sig-CjwKCAiAtsa9BhAKEiwAUZAszZe0F0u4c3g0vQI75QD3zr4JtBu6XOOUmbRbiLutMQXWu5V4YinkGhoC4UYQAvD_BwE&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD_Jw0bR7uT02X95SpmAopZFP3eyA&gclid=CjwKCAiAtsa9BhAKEiwAUZAszZe0F0u4c3g0vQI75QD3zr4JtBu6XOOUmbRbiLutMQXWu5V4YinkGhoC4UYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds This is the tent I used for my thru hike. Held up well on the AT and the CT…still in great condition and it’s on sale right now

Solid tent in every aspect

If you want a free standing tent and like your MSR Hubba NX, you can’t go wrong with a copper spur. I own an MSR Hubba Hubba, Copper Spur HV UL1, and a Zpacks duplex. The MSR and copper spur are basically the same tent with a few minor differences: - copper spur is marginally lighter - msr has more metal clips so is likely more durable than some of the plastic clips on the copper spur (although I haven’t had any issues) - I prefer the interior pockets on the copper spur vs the msr and like that it’s two perpendicular zips per door instead of one big curved zip which is sometimes harder to open when not pitched perfectly taut.

I've done some multi-day backpacking trips in this tent, though not the daily grind of a thru-hike. It performed well in heavy rain, the stakes are surprisingly good even in high winds. I would just caution that in a very humid environment, make sure you prop open the vent in the rain fly, otherwise you can end up with condensation that will drip on you (oops!). For a 1-person tent, it's got surprising headroom, and the vestibule is plenty big to hold shoes/backpacks.

I love my Big Agnes Copper Spur 1p. Would get the 2p in a heartbeat. Pitched it on bare, rolling rock in 30 knot head-on winds no problem.

I have the HVUL1 for mainly canoe camping in Ontario and backcountry hiking. I use the included footprint most of the time but even without, I’ve not had any durability concerns. Obviously check the group for sharp rocks and stuff before you pitch. I’ve had to tape the bug netting because my eyeglasses have a sharp corner that caught and ripped it. I’ve broken a zipper before pulling way too hard on the main rain fly zip. That said, it’s ideal for me and I don’t have any concerns about durability. It’s a tool that will experience regular wear and tear. I like double wall and don’t have the budget yet for dyneema. One note- if you can get an old model of the copper spur, before the new HyperBead fabric, I’d try for that. Anecdotes say the removal of PFAS makes the new material less effective, but I’m unsure myself.

I don’t get the arguments about not being able to fit your gear in a 1p tent. People can fit all their gear into a 50 L backpack, but once the sleeping bag and sleeping pad are removed they’re not able to fit the rest of the stuff near their feet? Getting him a huge tent just because you want the extra room is actually a bit selfish in my opinion because of all the extra room you take at campsites. Big Agnes has been running a lot of sales in local sporting good stores and I think their Copper Spur 1p fantastic.

I put the Durston down then saw that someone posted the on sale Copper Spur 1. This is a fantastic tent.

Another vote for BA, but the 1p

The Big Agnes Copper Spur 1p is the best tent I’ve ever owned.

I don’t get 2p tents. I’m not a small man and love my Copper Spur 1p. Easier to find a good spot, and I’m not taking up space that others could use.

I like where your head’s at for the free standing options. My first thought was the BA copper spur bike packing variant. I’d take a look at the durston xmid 2p (non dcf) and add a set of his poles. Think they are called z flick? Considerable weight/space savings.

Used Big Agnes copper spur.

Big Agnes specs 53oz for the copper spur ul3 at trail weight. The copper spur 1p is 32oz. Durston really shines with it's space for value, the xmid 1 has the same footprint as many lightweight 2 person shelters. Which is good and bad. You'd be hard pressed to find a comparable combination of weight/price/living space.

I had a hubba Hubba nx2 but wanted lighter so I got a hornet osmo 2P. Returned it because I couldn’t get in the tent during rain without the poorly designed fly dropping water on tent body mesh. Now I have a Durston xmid2 pro for most trips and a BA copper spur 1 if its platform tenting. I love the hubba. Old style was just too heavy. All the Durston products are fantastic!

We've been using the Copper Spurs going back to when they were introduced in 2008. We currently have the 1P and 2P at our house. We've used them in all sorts of weather here in the central Rockies. No problems.

Yup, there were certainly places where I could put my one person Copper Spur in where a 2p couldn't. I should add, given your comment, if you like some solo time, a 1p tent that you can tuck in a stealth spot is pretty nice.