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Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent

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The Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 is a freestanding ultralight tent for 1 that weighs in at only 30 oz! You get a shelter with full-on bug protection at a weight comparable to many tarp shelters.

Single hub pole assembly and plastic pole clips ensure a hassle-free setup; fabric loops along the ridge pole decrease weight
Lightweight and strong DAC® pole system with press-fit connectors and lightweight hubs uses an anodization process without harsh acids
Rainfly and seamless floor are made of high-tenacity ripstop nylon and are both polyurethane- and silicone-coated for waterproof durability
Walls are constructed of woven nylon mesh, providing excellent ventilation and 360° views
All seams are taped with waterproof, solvent-free polyurethane tape
Reflective guyout and reflective webbing on tent corners increase visibility at night
Includes a mesh pocket for storage and superlight aluminum stakes

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Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent Customer Reviews

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Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent

4.2

(based on 42 reviews)

81%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Lightweight (39)
Easy to set up (35)
Waterproof (24)
Durable (23)
Fly works well (23)

Cons

Too cramped (8)
Poor fly design (7)
Condensation (5)
Leaky (3)

Best Uses

Backpacking (40)
Beach (4)
Car camping (4)
Mountaineering (3)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (27), Casual/ recreational (12)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Survivalist / minimalist (31), Comfort driven (9)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (30)

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May

2013

5.0

GREAT TENT

By 2wheel

from Foster, RI

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Pros

Easy To Set Up
Fly Works Well
Lightweight
Sturdy
Waterproof
Windproof

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking

Comments about Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent:

I chose the UL1, after careful research, to be my home away from home for a 2/12 month solo bicycle tour of New Zealand in 2011 into 2012.Super quick setup minimalized getting wet while setting up in the rain..It withstood extreme winds..I quickly got used to the minimal room and even keep most of my gear in the tent..I'm 5'10"...setup and take down took only minutes..size made it easy to "free camp" without detection..Loved my little home..you will, too.

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May

2013

2.0

Not what they say.

By Lassen Man

from Mineral, CA

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Set Up
Lightweight

Cons

Leaky
Poor Fly Design
The Fly Is Not Waterproof

Best Uses

Comments about Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent:

The first night that the tent was used the rain fly did not do what it should. 1 hour into a moderate rain the inside of the tent was getting wet throu the seam on the door. It was 11:30 at night. About an houer and a half later the body of the fly was letting water into the tent.

Next night hafe an hour after the rain started the tent was getting wet.

This tent was for the TransAmerica ride. The tent was in Ashland, Va when this started, first day and night of rain.

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Apr

2013

4.0

Light and functional

By Tim 1

from New England

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Pros

Easy To Set Up
Fly Works Well
Lightweight
Sturdy
Waterproof
Windproof

Cons

Leaky

Best Uses

Backpacking

Comments about Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent:

Used this tent on my AT thru hike in 2012. Very light and functional, but not the most comfortable. I'm 5'6" and felt cramped. With an airpad inside, you have very limited space to situp, and even though I'm not very tall, the top of my sleeping bag touched the tent at my feet. Crawling headfirst out of the tent gets old pretty fast, and there isn't a good place to store your pack; I always left mine outside under a tree with a rain cover on.

All that criticism said: the tent lasted 6 months and 2000+ miles and is still in great shape. I never once got wet in it, despite TORRENTIAL rains. Yeah, the sides of the tent got wet a few times, and even the bottom when it flooded, but on top of my airpad in the tent I was always bone dry.

The tent is lightweight but very durable. The zipper can snag a bit, but that hasn't been an issue yet.

I like this tent and I'm going to continue using it until it breaks down. In the future I'll be vigilant about buying a more spacious tent. This tent is light and awesome, but you could go much lighter with a tarptent.

If you're thinking about buying this tent for a solo hike, I'd highly recommend buying the UL2.

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Jan

2013

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Amazing Light Tent

By TrailRebel

from San Diego, CA

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Set Up
Fly Works Well
Lightweight
Sturdy
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Backyard
Car Camping

Comments about Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent:

For a thru hiker or any backpacker that wants to have the best and remain lightweight, this is the perfect tent. Spacious for "normal" sized people. If you stake it down you add a little more room to the inside but it is a tru free standing tent, although a not so open interior when not staked. It holds well up against 30 mi. winds (thats the highest ive experienced yet.) In windy situations i recommend doing a good job at staking the rainfly down so as to not allow any drafts to enter. First night i used it in windy weather i did not stake it down correctly and i had wind coming in. Aside from that it is extremely easy to set up. I would however, before purchasing, recommend you set it up and climb inside see how it fits you.

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Jan

2013

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Mileage Worthy

By sierrafreak

from Big Bear, Ca.

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Set Up
Fly Works Well
Lightweight
Sturdy
Waterproof
Windproof

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking

Comments about Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent:

Used this tent on a 22 day JMT hike in 2012 and it worked perfect. I was able to set this tent up, fly and everything, with only 8 stakes. If you use your brain, you will see that you don't need one at the bottom middle when using the two bottom corners, taking one stake off. The other two stakes I shaved off by combining the guy lines on each side of the fly onto one stake. Trust me, 8 stakes works perfect... I had hail and two nights of thunder storm down pours during the trip and stayed bone dry. I can set it up in under 5 minutes every time!! It is light weight so handle it like it is and it will last you. It was the envy of the trail!! Also, people complain about the water getting in when opening the fly in the morning. Again, use your brain... I always set the zippers on the bottom. Slap the fly to get excess water off, then as you unzip, roll the fly door outward to keep water drops from entering. Works like a charm!!

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Dec

2012

4.0

BA Fly Creel UL1

By eGravy

from Nashville, TN

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Easy To Set Up
Lightweight
Waterproof

Cons

Too Cramped

Best Uses

Backpacking

Comments about Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent:

I purchased this tent for a week long backpacking trip in the Smokies this spring. So far I have used it a few nights on some short trips. It is very easy to set up. As far as the inside space is concerned its a little tight. I'm 6'0 and a have a little room between my head and feet without touching either end of the tent. I also have a Neo-Air, size reg, that fits in it nicely. My backpack does not fit inside with me but I just put it in the vestibule, upside down with my pack cover on it, I've got an Osprey Atmos 65. Overall I would recommend this tent to someone who is looking to cut weight and doesn't mind it being a little bit cramped.

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Nov

2012

4.0

Great Tent if used properly

By thkbaron

from Northern Minnesota

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Set Up
Sturdy
Windproof

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking

Comments about Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent:

I recently went on a backpacking trip to Colorado. We spent one night in Sand Dunes National park and two nights in the mountains around 12000 feet. Prior to this trip I took the Fly Creek UL1 out in Minnesota just as a test run. It rained all night. This was good as it gave me a chance to really test the thing out. I was a bit disappointed in the morning as I got condensation on the inside of the tent. No real leaks. I attributed this to my setting up the tent poorly. If the rain fly would have been set up properly I don't think I would have had any problems. In colorado we had 40 mph gusts and the tent was rock solid. Absolutly no complaints. The lightweight design and the ability to pick the tent up fully assembled made cleaning a breeze. I would highly recommend this tent!

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Sep

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

FLY CREEK UL1

By Adventurous Adam

from Rio, WV

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Set Up
Fly Works Well
Lightweight
Sturdy
Waterproof
Windproof

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking

Comments about Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent:

This tent is definitely the bees' knees. I just started backpacking this summer on the Appalachian Trail. 80% of the hikers on the trail I met had this tent and I heard no complaints. When I met them they were 1000 miles in, so this was impressive to me that the tent was doing so well. The first night that I did a test of the tent in my yard, it poured the rain down and lots of wind too. I had no problems. No need to seam any seams. I think the one downfall is trying to open the rain fly when it is soaking wet without getting yourself soaked. Also using Tyvek™ as a ground cloth seems like the thing to do on the trail and it saves you $50 from buying the Big Agnes™ one. As for the comfort issue. I was fine, but I'm a slim 5'10" guy. My bag could fit comfortably inside with me, but if you're any taller than me you might want a different tent. I'm considering getting the UL2, so I can take my dog hiking with me.

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Aug

2012

3.0

Well-built - but too cramped

By Michigan outdoor lover

from MI

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Pros

Lightweight
Sturdy
Waterproof
Windproof

Cons

Too Cramped

Best Uses

Ultra-light backpacking

Comments about Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent:

This tent is well made of quality materials and is a joy to pack and to carry. I was really looking forward to lightening my backpack but I found this tent to be too cramped. I am 6'-0", 175 lb. With a front door design & low clearance, I found it difficult to enter & exit - I had to enter feet first & wiggle in like an inch worm. It was very awkward to change clothes inside. I left my pack outside the tent and my boots in the vestibule. With only water, flashlight, parka & clothes inside the tent there was very little room left. When I tried to turn over, the tent wall was right in my face. Lying on my back, the mesh door was in my face. The footprint looks plenty big enough for one person but the walls angle in sharply to a pointed ceiling so the useable space is smaller than a tent with more vertical walls. The front entrance is more awkward than a side entrance. Because the inside volume is so small, when it's humid with calm winds, it quickly gets very stuffy inside. The weight savings versus the two-person model is minimal (4 oz).

Like rental cars, tents are smaller than you'd think. If you're really into ultralight gear or are used to a bivy sack, you would like this tent. But if you are accustomed to a 2-person tent - even a small one, I think you will find this tent too cramped. I returned it after one night.