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Big Agnes Flying Diamond 6 Tent

Item # 779625

$499.95

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The Big Agnes Flying Diamond 6 deluxe car camping/basecamp tent will withstand 4-season weather conditions and features a main area that sleeps 4 and a smaller area that sleeps 2.

1 large main door and a smaller back door allow easy access; 1 vestibule covers the main door and offers gear storage
Pole sleeves and plastic clips attach the tent body to the pole frame for a quick, convenient setup; color-coded webbing and buckles ease setup as well
By using poles of differing diameters, the aluminum Pressfit combi pole system maximizes headroom and comfort
Rainfly is made from durable ripstop polyester with an extra-thick waterproof polyurethane coating; all seams are taped with waterproof, solvent-free polyurethane tape
Mesh windows in the canopy and multiple rainfly vents keep air moving to help prevent condensation inside the tent
12 mesh floor pockets help organize your gear; gear loft loops let you add your own loft, sold separately
Reflective guyline provides nighttime visibility
Briefcase-style carry bag features long shoulder straps and organizational pockets
Package also includes hook-shaped aluminum stakes
Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles only

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Big Agnes Flying Diamond 6 Tent Specs

Specification	Description
Seasons	3 - 4-season
Design type	Freestanding tent
Sleeping capacity	6
Average minimum weight	18 lbs. 2 oz.
Average packaged weight	19 lbs. 14 oz.
Average weight - metric	9.0 kilograms
Floor dimensions	152 x 96 inches
Floor dimensions - metric	386 x 244 centimeters
Floor area	95 square feet
Vestibule area	26 square feet
Peak height	(Main area) 66 + (back area) 49 inches
Peak height - metric	(Main area) 168 +(back area) 124 centimeters
Doors	2
Canopy fabric	Ripstop polyester/nylon mesh
Floor fabric	Coated polyester
Rainfly fabric	Coated ripstop polyester
Number of poles	4
Pole material	Aluminum Pressfit combi
Pole diameter	11 - 13 millimeters
Packed size	8 x 25 inches
Fast pack weight	Not applicable

Big Agnes Flying Diamond 6 Tent Customer Reviews

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Big Agnes Flying Diamond 6 Tent

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2009

(34 of 35 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

This tent rocks!

By Ranger-girl

from Southern Utah

About Me Outdoor Professional

Pros

Clever use of space
Easy To Set Up
Fly Works Well
Ingenious carry case
Spacious
Sturdy
Waterproof

Cons

Tent stakes undersized

Best Uses

Base Camp
Car Camping
Mountaineering

Comments about Big Agnes Flying Diamond 6 Tent:

Buying into a new line of equipment is always tricky business but we got no tricks - only treats with our Big Agnes Flying Diamond 6.

We used our tent for the first time in Rocky Mtn. NP at 9500' with 50-60 mph winds and intermittant rain/slush. The pole design allowed the tent to sway like a tall, limber tree but we never felt like the structure was close to failing. Not a drop made it inside, despite the fact we had several of the sidewall vents open for condensation release.

The small end of the tent is not free standing and requires guy lines and stakes - especially in high winds. Could have used a tab, midpoint on the fly of the small end to secure it as it flapped about when windy. The stakes that come with the tent are a tad puny so we purchased some beefier ones.

The wall design creates maximum use of interior space. Pockets and gear stashes galore. One in the very top of the main section of the tent would have been nice. We used the smaller end of the tent for our sleeping area and with the partition closed was able to retain a little more ambient heat. During the day with the vents open and the mesh allowed to breath, ventialtion was superb.

Set-up is simple with color coded poles and tabs especially for a tent this size. Flying Diamond is not lightweight but very manageable for a tent its size and with all it's features. The carry case is a stachel (v. duffel) with compartments for holding tent, fly, poles and footprint.

We've had a few large tents but nothing comes close to the quality and features of our Big Agnes!