Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL 3 Solution Dye Tent

Product detailed description

In 2021, Big Agnes introduced its new Solution Dye line. The new material is particularly significant. It is now dyed with the utmost consideration for the environment. Solution Dye is more resistant to UV radiation and drastically reduces energy and water consumption during production. Water consumption has been reduced by up to 50%, and carbon emissions and chemical use have been cut by 80%. All tents now feature tent stakes from the renowned DAC brand, which have a new, more stable cross-section and are lighter and stronger.

Weight Comes First

The Tiger Wall UL series is primarily focused on achieving the lowest possible weight; it is made from lighter material than, for example, Copper Spur HV UL3 – it has two side entrances and two vestibules. The inner tent is 5 cm shorter than the Copper Spur 3, but it is still large enough even for taller people up to 195 cm. It is also slightly narrower, but three standard-width sleeping pads will still fit without any issues. The vestibules are slightly smaller, but still spacious enough to store backpacks and shoes. Unlike the Copper Spur series, this model lacks a peak vent, so you’ll need to use the entrances for ventilation; these feature two-way zippers.

Thanks to the short crossbar in the middle of the tent, the side walls of the inner tent are nearly vertical, providing enough space for three people to move around. If you want to sleep “under the stars,” you can set up the inner tent on its own. On the other hand, if you want to minimize weight, using the original “footprint” you can set up just the flysheet on its own, leave the inner tent at home, and effectively try out what it’s like to use a tarp. At the stated weight, it is again a double-wall, self-supporting structure, with enough space for three sleeping pads side by side, 9 high-quality stakes, guy lines with line locks, and storage bags. A complete package.

Simple setup

The same setup process applies to this tent as to all BA tents—you set up the inner tent first; the specially designed poles are color-coded so you can’t get them mixed up. You tension and stake the corners of the floor, then snap the mosquito net onto the aluminum poles. You can therefore use it for sleeping under the stars while still being protected from insects. Drape the waterproof flysheet over the inner tent and orient it correctly—the straps at the corners are again color-coded; at the top, thread a short cross pole into the “pockets” in the flysheet (there are loops that allow this without using brute force), and then secure the flysheet to the poles in several places using Velcro loops—this not only helps ensure proper tension but also significantly increases the tent’s wind resistance.  At the point where the pole attaches to the floor, simply clip the flysheet to the strap on the floor using a plastic buckle.

You can either thread the other tensioning points onto the floor stakes, or run them through a cord and use a line lock to tighten and stake them separately. With a quick glance at the instructions, it goes smoothly and quickly even the first time. Everything is simple and well thought out. Many details of the tent show that Big Agnes knows what they’re doing—whether it’s the use of line locks or, for example, snapping the mosquito net onto the cross pole and threading it into the pockets in the flysheet. The several pockets on the sides, near the head for a cell phone, headlamp, etc., come in handy, and the workmanship is excellent. When using the original footprint and setting it up without the inner tent, you’ll achieve an outstanding weight of 936 g!

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Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL3 Solution Dye:

• DAC poles & stakes (9 pieces).
• Packed size: 14 x 48 cm.
• New design for more interior space.
• Two entrances and two spacious vestibules.
• Two-way entrance zippers covered by a flap.
• Large pockets on the sides and one at the head.
• All guy lines and straps are reflective so you won’t trip over them in the dark with a headlamp.
• The flysheet attaches to the poles with Velcro—this ensures excellent tension and high stability of the tent.
• The sides of the inner tent around the body and head are made of fabric instead of mesh (this comes in handy in strong winds to keep dust from blowing in, or if you toss and turn a lot at night and might touch the dew-covered flysheet, so you won’t get wet).
• Materials: floor and flysheet – siliconized rip-stop nylon with a waterproof PU coating on the inside.& nbsp;Inner tent – a combination of breathable nylon and polyester mesh. All seams taped with solvent-free waterproof PU tape (PVC and VOC-free) Poles and stakes  – duralumin.
• Option to purchase an original “Footprint” (198 g) – with this, the tent can be used in Fast Fly mode – just the flysheet without the inner tent. It then essentially becomes a three-person tarp with an amazing weight  of 936 g!!!
• The total weight, including everything, is 1330 g – inner tent, flysheet, tent poles, stakes, bags, repair kit in case of a broken pole