Big Agnes Copper Spur

The Long version is specifically designed with extra length and height to accommodate taller backpackers or those who simply want more room to stretch out. It maintains the same ultralight footprint and feature set as the standard model but provides a more comfortable fit for users over six feet tall.

Yes, the Copper Spur HV UL2 Long is a fully free-standing tent. While you will need to stake out the vestibules to create the awning space and maximize interior volume, the main tent body can be pitched without stakes if necessary.

The tent uses a combination of low-vent vestibule doors and a high fly vent to create a cross-breeze. This system is highly effective at minimizing condensation, even when the rainfly is fully closed during inclement weather.

The TipLok buckle is a proprietary hardware piece that combines three functions into one: it captures the pole tip, attaches the rainfly, and acts as the stake-out loop. It significantly simplifies the setup process by keeping the pole tips securely in place while you attach the fly, preventing the frustrating 'pop-out' common with traditional grommet systems.

To set up the awning, you will need trekking poles to prop up the vestibule doors. If you don't use trekking poles, you can still stake the vestibules out normally for standard weather protection.

Big Agnes uses a proprietary double ripstop nylon with a mixed denier construction, which balances weight savings with increased tear strength and puncture resistance. While it is an ultralight material and should be treated with care, it is significantly more robust than many other lightweight fabrics on the market.