Big Agnes

Copper Spur UL2 XL

Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 XL

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Last updated: Jun 16, 2026

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Reddit Icona_bongos
9 months ago

The copper spur uvl2 has an xl version that will work for you. I'm 6'3" and I have a lot of extra space. If you're looking for a 1 person, ultralight version then post in r/ultralight. There are a few out there that might work for you.

Reddit Iconbolunez
9 months ago

Great tent, but plan to replace the stakes. I bent two the first time I used it.  Tossed them for some MSR dirt daggers.

Reddit IconDIY14410
8 months ago

Big Agnes Cooper Spur UL2 Long and UL3 Long are 96" long. IME, UL2 works best for 1 person/squeeze 2 people and UL3 works best for 2 people.

4 months ago

Although they may not qualify as ultralight, Big Agnes UL2 XL and UL3 XL have 96" of interior length, and they are quite lightweight for freestanders.

Reddit IconEffectiveTight9003
9 months ago

I’m the same height as you and tents I’ve had that have worked for me are as follows Big Agnes copper spur 2 XL Locus gear Khufu grande Tarptent scarp 2 Luxe hex peak F6 Durston x-mid 2 (but only in tarp mode as not enough room with the inner)

Reddit Iconliarliarhowsyourday
9 months ago

the stakes are the worst part of that tent, and tbh that’s saying something but they’re really bad. I’ve had croquet wickets give me more confidence. The zippers also give me a “what if” feeling but have held up tremendously. Generally, I love it, immensely, otherwise. ETA: I’m short so none of this applies to the post, my bad

Reddit Iconnotprogolfer
9 months ago

I’m 6’4” I have the Big Agnes Copper Spur XL 2. The XL is longer and wider.

8 months ago

6’4” 260# backpacker here. Look at the ULA Catalyst. For sizing I went with the large returned it and went with the XL. Tent is Big Agnes copper spur 2 XL. Feet still hit the bottom of the tent but not by much. Pad is the therma rest permaloft. 78” long and 26” wide. Bag is western mountaineering 6’6” bag. That is not the mummy bag. I forget what they call it but you will see on website. I take a chair, that’s my luxury item, when I put together my setup I felt that I almost had to pay double for big items that fit properly. If I was 5’4” and skinny I would have chosen different, cheaper, lighter things. Good luck. Hope this helps. Oh yeah and the grail water filter. Give up some on weight but in my opinion worth the convenience.

Reddit Iconuniqueusername4465
22 days ago

Big Agnes Copper Spur UL 2 XL with a Mont Zero XL sleeping bag is the $$ set up, put them into AI and ask for Chinese clones/dupes and you can get cheap aliexpress versions.  Probably not the best long term options but would make a decent starter setup. Also the exped megamat 15 will make camping so much better, big guys have a lot of weight and it sucks to sleep on hard surfaces. Only 197cm long so I have the duo and sleep diagonally. Not the best for hiking (bit big) but great for car camping. Can find them second hand for $200 on marketplace.

Reddit Iconxstrex
6 months ago

I’m 6’10” and they make [this](https://www.bigagnes.com/collections/backpacking-tents/products/copper-spur-ul-two-xl) same tent in a long, which is what I own, I’ve even got 3” to spare.

6 months ago

Also in CO. [Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2](https://www.bigagnes.com/collections/backpacking-tents/products/copper-spur-ul-two?variant=45805172850937) is a solid 3-season tent. Also if any component ever breaks, just drive to the BAP store in Steamboat for repairs (usually same day, and free). I’ve been completely overwhelmed by their products, attention to detail, and customer support. You’re also supporting a CO owned and run business. Wait for sales for the best price. Edit: added link.

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