
Copper Spur HV UL2 Backpacking Tent
Last verified by the Lifetime Picks Editorial Team
Why we picked it
Wirecutter's Best Backpacking Tent: lightweight at 3 lbs 2 oz
The most popular ultralight 2 person tent on the AT/PCT. DAC Featherlite poles, double wall construction, two doors and vestibules. With reasonable care these tents last 8-10 years of heavy use.
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Awards & Recognition
- Outdoor Gear LabEditor's Choice - Backpacking Tent (2024)
- WirecutterBest Backpacking Tent
- Backpacker MagazineEditors' Choice
Community & Review Summary
5,000 Amazon reviews
r/BuyItForLife satisfaction
Total mentions (180 positive)
Amazon category rank
Price History
Good DealTracking since May 24, 2026.
Lowest
$439.95
May 24
Average
$452.62
Highest
$467.96
May 27
Pros & Cons from Reviews
Pros
- +Lightweight at 3 lbs 2 oz
- +Two doors for easy entry
- +Free-standing setup
- +Big Agnes warranty service
Cons
- -Premium price
- -Mesh canopy means cold in shoulder seasons
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Warranty & Returns
Warranty
Lifetime to original owner
Return Policy
Most items are returnable within 30 days of receipt for a full refund. Some categories have shorter return windows.
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