Gear

Tent - Big Agnes Copper Super UL1

Copper Spur UL1

Details from the Web

• Single vestibule and D-shaped door provide easy access and gear storage; vestibule door has a single stakeout and stormflaps over the zipper
• Crossover pole provides roominess up high
• Single hub/pole design with H-Clip connector and DAC Twist Clips makes setup quick and easy
• Light yet strong, DAC Featherlite® NSL poles are anodized without the use of harmful acids
• Mesh body and roof vent offers excellent ventilation to keep condensation from building up
• Rainfly and floor are made from ultralight silicone-treated, ripstop nylon with a waterproof polyurethane coating
• Lightweight fabric has a high thread count and double twisted thread for strength and durability
• All seams taped with waterproof, solvent-free polyurethane tape
• Interior mesh pocket keeps your gear organized and up off the tent floor; gear loft loops allow you to add your own gear loft (not included)
• Reflective guyline and reflective webbing on tent corners enhance nighttime visibility
• Includes stuff sacks and eight superlight aluminum J-stakes
• For a lightweight set up during nice weather, leave tent body behind; use footprint (sold separately) with poles, fly and stakes
• Footprint (sold separarely) extends the life of the Big Agnes Copper Spur UL1 tent by protecting it from abrasive wear and tear

Specs

• Best Use  - Backpacking
• Seasons - 3-season
• Sleeping Capacity - 1-person
• Minimum Trail Weight - 2 lbs. 3 oz.
• Fly / Footprint Pitch Weight - 1 lb. 10 oz.
• Packaged Weight - 2 lbs. 8 oz.
• Packed Size - 4.5 x 16.5 inches
• Floor Dimensions - 90 x 42 (foot width) 30 inches
• Floor Area - 22 square feet
• Vestibule Area - 10
• Peak Height - 37 inches
• Number of Doors -1 door
• Number of Poles - 1 double hubbed poleset + 1 cross pole
• Pole Material - Aluminum DAC Featherlite NSL
• Pole Diameter - 9.0 / (crossover pole) 9.6 millimeters
• Canopy Fabric - Nylon/polyester mesh
• Floor Fabric - Coated ripstop nylon
• Rainfly Fabric - Coated ripstop nylon
• Ultralight - Yes
• Design Type  -Freestanding

I have used this tent on my thru hikes of the PCT, The Wonderland Trail and The John Muir Trail and 1700 miles of the CDT.   I sold my initial tent in excellent shape except for a tear in the rain fly where a limb dropped on it, (repaired nicely).  My new Copper Spur UL1, slightly lighter than the original because of the new lighter poles and other small features, went with me on The Tahoe Rim Trail.  I have found it to be a welcome sanctuary at the end of the day.  I have weathered high winds, heavy rain, and snow in complete comfort.  This tent is sturdy and well constructed.  I use the footprint as well to keep the tent cleaner and as an added protection from surface runoff.  I carry my tent components in separate ultra-sil Dry Sacks, (Sea to Summit).  This allows me to pack wet components, i.e. the footprint or rainfly, keeping the rest of my gear dry.  When the sun comes out I can dry my gear.  The separate bags also allow me to place the tent components into my pack in the most convenient method.  One factor I enjoy over open tarp shelters is the peace from the evening insects. I also enjoy the double wall feature in keeping moisture away from me.  

Pros:  

• Sturdy, well constructed
• Designed to protect from the wind w/ the fly on
• Side entrance
• 3 mesh storage areas
• Plenty of room for a single hiker, I'm 5'8'
• 2 zipper pulls on the tent door
• 2 zipper pulls on the rain fly
• Tent poles are one complete shock corded set
• Good ventilation to reduce/eliminate condensation
• Freestanding, pitch on granite if you want or move it easily

Cons:  (these would actually be the same for any tent)

• Tent stakes while light can be lighter with aftermarket purchases
• Keep zippers lubricated and assist by holding the material when opening and closing
• Shock cords will eventually fail, I replaced mine twice by myself