How to Choose a Backpacking Tent

With a spacious sleeping area for comfort after a long day on the trails, the Big Agnes Blacktail 3 tent is light enough for the backcountry and strong enough for the front country.
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View all Big Agnes Backpacking TentsBest Use | Backpacking |
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Seasons | 3-season |
Sleeping Capacity | 3-person |
Minimum Trail Weight | 5 lbs. 3 oz. |
Fly / Footprint Pitch Weight | 3 lbs. 14 oz. |
Packaged Weight | 5 lbs. 11 oz. |
Packed Size | 7 x 22 inches |
Floor Dimensions | 90 x 70 inches |
Floor Area | 44 square feet |
Vestibule Area | 18 square feet |
Peak Height | 44 inches |
Number of Doors | 2 doors |
Number of Poles | 3 |
Pole Material | Lightweight aluminum |
Pole Diameter | 9.5 millimeters |
Canopy Fabric | Breathable polyester; polyester mesh |
Floor Fabric | Polyester with 1,500 mm waterproof polyurethane (PU) coating |
Rainfly Fabric | Polyester with 1,500 mm waterproof PU coating |
Footprint Included | No |
Design Type | Freestanding |
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I bought this for car camping or kayak camping so I don’t have to use my ultralight tent for things other than backpacking. Yes yes I know this is a backpacking tent, technically, but it’s roomy enough to be comfortable camping in lots of scenarios. Like all BA tents, it is well thought out and well made. A trusted brand. Setup is easy, tent is stable and there’s so much room for me and my dog.