Big Agnes - Tiger Wall UL Bikepack

2 person with shorter poles for bike packing. Yes please 😍

I had a bagpack on my rear rack where they fit nicely. I have the short poles for my big agnes bikepack 2p tent. Changing setup in the future and not sure where they will go next. Im running a jones h loop bar, but switching to a flatbar/30degree alt bar in the future.

I almost bought this one but went with the UL Tigerwall instead. Definitely the right call.

I just bought both of these. Steep and cheap had the tiger wall on sale for $160 so it seemed like a great back up to have

It’s a good tent, very light for the size. I have a tigerwall by them and I am happy.

Tiger Wall is the GOAT tent. Light, 3 season but can be taken to below freezing, strong AF. I would note that if you are buying a 2 person tent, buy the 3 person tigerwall, not the 2

General comment on the BA Fly Creek: If you're considering the Fly Creek, get the Tiger Wall instead. It is basically the same sent, but the difference is having two side entrances on the Tiger Wall vs. a single rear entrance on the Fly Creek. With two adults (especially two adults and two kids), you'll be tripping over each other if you do not make having _two side entrances_ a must-have feature for a _backpacking_ tent. If you were getting a car camping tent, which would be much larger and spacious, you could get away with a single entrane. But not a backpacking tent. TL;DR - Fly Creek is a great tent, just probably not the right design for your application.

Do you meant the PCT? Never heard of the CBT, but I certainly don’t know all the trails out there. I hiked the PCT last year with a big Agnes tigerwall and it was fantastic. Found mine used for a great deal, but I believe even new they are probably close to your $500 limit. Lots and lots of Durstons on trail also tho, and the folks I talked to loved theirs so that seems like a solid choice too. No experience with the other brands tho, other than a montbell fleece that I love. Condensation is more a factor of inside vs outside temps than precipitation, although you should be prepared for some soggy, foggy days especially towards the end of September.

I also got that Tiger Wall sale. It’s gonna be my “friend wants to try backpacking” tent.

Personally snapped a three season tent on rainier from the wind a few seasons ago. Granted it was a big Agnes tiger wall. Upgraded to a mountain hardware tango and it’s great.

One thing I’d add is that I already have a 1P MSR Hubba and a Big Agnes Tiger Wall, both I love and find comfy / spacious but they aren’t robust enough for Scottish winter. I’m thinking the MSR Access 1 may have been a better choice for my palatial headroom desires ! (For a similar budget as the Abisko) I do love hanging out in the tent. ⛺️

Right now REI is clearing out excellent Big Agnes 2P tents. They’re the best for the price. Light, tough, freestanding. Easy setup. No gimmicks.

I have a 1p REI tent and a 2p Big Agnes. I use the smaller one in colder conditions because it takes less space in my pack, which makes more room for extra insulation. When it’s warmer, I don’t need all the extra warmth at night so I can bring the bigger tent. My typical camping trip is 1-2 nights, and I try to keep my pack weight low, but I will always pack the bigger tent when I can.