Big Agnes

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1

Ranked #7 in Tents

362 LP on the category ladder what's LP?

The lightest three-person tent with a fully pitched attachment system that keeps it dry in harsh weather.

Consolidated from 10 independent outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

4 positive sources
4 neutral sources

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Flagged as a product to avoid

1 of 2 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.

Underwhelming single-person capacity and lacks durability of other 2-person options.
Flagged 24 August 2026

Why the boards include products to avoid

Pros & cons

✓ Lightest 3-person ultralight
✓ Fully pitched attachment system for dryness
✓ Long-term performance per RTINGS
✓ Single-person use

✗ Limited capacity
✗ Less durable than comparable models

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.

Evidence 7 articles, 2 video reviews and 1 community source

4 positive sources

The Broke Backpacker Article · Jan 2020

The Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Ultralight Backpacking Tent is definitely one that you should be considering, especially if you’re looking for a lightweight tent.

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Bucy TV Bucy TV · 35.3K subscribers · Aug 2023

This seems to be the go to number 1 tent of thru hikers

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Adventure Alan Jaeger Shaw · reviewer · Aug 2026

This is a great, and highly versatile 1 person tight and we recommend it highly.

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Got one and its amazingly wonderful

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4 neutral sources

Live for the Outdoors Article · Feb 2025

After putting it through its paces in various conditions, I’ve got some thoughts – both good and bad. Let’s dive into what this tent gets right, where it falls short, and whether it should be your next ultralight adventure companion.

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We Are Explorers Tim Ashelford · reviewer · Feb 2026

I had no trouble with this as I used the guy lines to give the tent extra support, and I’d recommend bringing enough pegs to use them in case the weather picks up.

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Packstack Article

A livable, freestanding solo shelter that punches well above its weight class for interior space — but a premium price and zipper concerns deserve scrutiny.

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Wildernesstimes Article

The Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent is the gold standard for solo ultralight backpackers who refuse to sacrifice livable space for low pack weight.

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2 stance not read sources

Bike Gear Database Team BGDB · reviewer · Oct 2025

I landed on the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL1, and a year later, I'm confident it was the right move.

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Jack Brookes Jack Brookes · 13.7K subscribers · Oct 2025

But there are a few things that you should know before you purchase the Big Agnes Copper Spur UL1 oneman tent. I'm Jack. I'm around 6'1 and I carry a base weight of around 10 kilos. And I know this tent pretty well, having taken it around the Alps, Iceland, Scotland, the Canary Islands, and Australia.

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