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Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL2 Tent
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Weighing a scant 1 lb. 15 oz., the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL2 tent maximizes floor space and headroom with steep walls and a vertical door, providing livable comfort for your wilderness adventures.
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- All the weatherproof and technical features of a 3-season, 2-person tent with ultralight materials make the the Fly Creek HV UL2 your go-to shelter when you need to pack light
- Unique to Fly Creek HV tents, the DAC Angle SF hub and poles create steeper walls, increasing room for your shoulders and head without the need for extra hardware or poles
- New dry-entry brow above the vestibule helps keep your gear dry as you enter and exit the tent, even when the vestibule is open; the vestibule zipper features a stormflap
- Silicone-treated, polyurethane-coated ripstop nylon fly and floor feature seams that are fully sealed with waterproof, solvent-free polyurethane tape (no PVCs or VOCs)
- Ultralight, breathable ripstop nylon tent body with polyester mesh provides excellent ventilation
- 3 well-placed mesh pockets organize small gear and keep it within easy reach; gear loft loops accommodate the Triangle, Entertainment or PowerCase lofts (sold separately)
- Single hub and pole design makes setup quick and easy, along with ultralight plastic clips that attach the tent body to the pole frame in a snap
- Optional footprint (sold separately) can be used with the fly and poles for a Fast Fly setup that cuts even more weight for minimalist camping
- Comes with 11 superlight aluminum J stakes as well as reflective guylines and webbing on the tent corners
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View the Big Agnes Fly Creek Product LineView all Big Agnes Backpacking Tents| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Seasons | 3-season |
| Sleeping Capacity | 2-person |
| Minimum Trail Weight | 1 lb. 15 oz. |
| Fly / Footprint Pitch Weight | 1 lb. 7 oz. |
| Packaged Weight | 2 lbs. 5 oz. |
| Packed Size | 4 x 19 inches |
| Floor Dimensions | 86 x 52/42 (L x W head/foot) inches |
| Floor Area | 28 square feet |
| Vestibule Area | 8 square feet |
| Peak Height | 40 inches |
| Number of Doors | 1 door |
| Number of Poles | 1 |
| Pole Material | Aluminum DAC Featherlite |
| Pole Diameter | 8.7 millimeters |
| Canopy Fabric | Nylon/polyester mesh |
| Floor Fabric | Ripstop nylon |
| Rainfly Fabric | Ripstop nylon |
| Footprint Included | No |
| Ultralight | Yes |
| Design Type | Semifreestanding |
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tremperj9 years ago
I bought this tent after spending nearly a year researching, and seem to have a better idea of what I was buying than some other customers here. So let's start.
Yes, this tent is very light. No, it is not freestanding. Honestly, there are extremely few tents of this weight that are freestanding. Are the guylines something I will enjoy putting up in the rain? No. But I also have another tent I would bring if there was a certainty of rain. If the tent sags or falls, it's due to poor setup, not a bad design. Big Agnes has been making tents for 15-ish years, they know a thing or two. I just had this tent up on the top of Max Patch, off the AT, with very blustery winds all night. Not only was the tent quieter than many of my friend's tents, with rain flies flapping in the wind, but it barely flexed as it sliced through the gusts. Yes, the materials will feel thin– that's kinda what you're paying for. If you want a bombproof but admittedly heavier tent, save a ton of money and get an REI Half or Quarter Dome. This tent is a nice compromise between a traditional tent and a tarp style tent, with enough room for two people in a pinch but preferably one person and a pack.
If I had to gripe about anything on this tent so far, it's that the learning curve for setup is steep and the stakes, while very strong and lightweight, are difficult to remove from the ground without learning the trick of using another stake as a handle to pull them out. I might replace these stakes with a titanium shepherds hook style stake.
tremperj
Greenville, SC, United States
261 people found this review helpful
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Not great in weather
Seaneaglescout9 years ago
I bought this tent sometime in March and took it out car camping to try it out. It rained all night long and the tent sagged to the point the fly was touching the mesh and was letting water in. I called rei and the guy said it might be condensation collecting on the inside. Thought I gave it another try in my havasuapi trip. No problems but also no weather. Took it on my jmt trip it rained for about an hour and the same thing happened again the rain fly soaked up water, sagged in, and water started dripping through. Very disappointed. Don't know if I just got a bad tent or others are experiencing the same thing. Will be returning or exchanging this
Seaneaglescout
Irvine, CA, United States
208 people found this review helpful
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Paulette Chn
Bernex, FRANCE
Super tent ! I love it!
6 years ago
Thanks for this tent, it is a super tent and I love it! I used it during a long hike between Chamonix and Zermatt (Switzerland), 10 days with my dog ; it was the perfect balance between weight and comfort and very easy to set up. Only one comment regarding the fragile fabric used for the floor (body part), my dog ripped the fabric 3 times...but I really understand the difficult balance between lightness and resistance during the design process! The global weight is really perfect :) There is any possibility to buy a new 'body'? Cause all other components are ok. Thanks in advance for your help! BR. /Pauline
Yes , I recommend this product
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Chris
Royal Oak, MI
Very light and has help up well so far
5 years ago
This has been a great tent. After about two years of ownership is holding up well. If you set it up properly it will treat you well. When fully staked out there are no condensation problems. However, this tent is not free standing so you sometime need to get creative to stake it out fully. It's kept me dry in the Olympic rains with factory waterproofing. It packs up nice and small making it easy to fit into a backpack. Being an ultralight it is a little tight inside for two. I use it for myself (6'2" / 230lbs) and have lots of wiggle room.
Yes , I recommend this product
ritscrackerz
Missoula, Montana
Lightweight and durable, but best for one person.
6 years ago
I used this tent while working on a trail crew over the summer. I was a little worried about it being around all of the tools, getting in and out if it in heavy duty work pants, ect. since I had previously only used it backpacking, but as long as you are gentle with the tent it will hold up. Towards the end of the summer I had some issues with water pooling from seeping in through the floor of the tent, but I went ahead and treated the tent with some waterproofing and that fixed everything. I also had 1 stake break on me due to some hard ground. If you can afford to spend the money, I would still definitely recommend this tent, though due to its light weight. This is more of a one-person tent as others have said, but if you had to you could make 2 people work which is a nice option to have in such a lightweight tent.
Yes , I recommend this product
Seaneaglescout
Irvine, CA, United States
Not great in weather
9 years ago
I bought this tent sometime in March and took it out car camping to try it out. It rained all night long and the tent sagged to the point the fly was touching the mesh and was letting water in. I called rei and the guy said it might be condensation collecting on the inside. Thought I gave it another try in my havasuapi trip. No problems but also no weather. Took it on my jmt trip it rained for about an hour and the same thing happened again the rain fly soaked up water, sagged in, and water started dripping through. Very disappointed. Don't know if I just got a bad tent or others are experiencing the same thing. Will be returning or exchanging this
No, I do not recommend this product
Redirect
Atlanta, GA
This tent will not let you down
9 years ago
This is an excellent tent. It with stood wind and snow on the AT this year. On May 5 I woke up to ice and snow trying to cave in my tent but even though it was tilted to one side it still kept me warn and dry. I don't know where the guy with the one star review is coming from other then he did not have the tent staked out correctly. I would highly recommend this tent to anyone who is looking for a good quality and UL tent. Just one note, this is not a tent for 2 full size adults.
Yes , I recommend this product
PNW1960
Seattle
Better than the original
9 years ago
Having used both the original and now the new HV I can say the new one is worth the extra $. I'm 6' 1", 220lbs and sitting up in the original meant rubbing against the mesh and fly even when using it solo. There is enough room near the top of the HV that I can sit up comfortably even when sharing with my wife. Like the original it's really easy to set up. Fully guyed out it has handled high and almost extreme wind and a little snow. They say it is 3 season and because of all the mesh that's probably right. But, because it has such steep walls we've used the original Fly Creek and now our new HV for winter ski trips. Happy so far. Heading back out this weekend...
arrmau
Mexico City, Mexico
Living space is quita amazing for its size
9 years ago
I bought this tent almost a month ago, this past weekend took it to a beautiful place close to Mexico City called "Valle de Bravo". The tent was amazing, it took lots of heavy rain and we were warm and dry all night long. I can see a lot of people are not as hapy as I am because of the size or toughness. Just remember guys, if you treat your equipment right, it will do the same to you. I know I´m one of the few persons who cleans his tent and equipment after every trip, but hey... they last a lot longer if you do so.
Yes , I recommend this product
SamB
Chicago
Super light
7 years ago
Super light, easy to set up 3 season tent. Great ventilation even with the rainfly on. Setup is a breeze. One person can have it up in under 5 minutes. Only gripe is it’s a bit small for 2 people. I think it’s better suited to a solo sleeper who wants some extra space for gear, solo with a pet, or possibly 2 smaller humans who know each other well. I’m 5’9” 175 and my girlfriend is 5’10” (don’t know her weight...) and it was very tight. I personally prefer more space when I sleep. Obviously depending on your sleeping preferences this may or may not matter. Still, it’s pretty light at under 2lbs so I have no problem hiking this in solo.
Yes , I recommend this product
Cynthia
Jackson, WY
Big Agnes Fly Creek UL tents
2 years ago
We bought two Big Agnes Fly Creek UL 2 person tents. One is the HV (higher volume) and the other is the regular which was too short for me at 5'10". The high volume is just long enough. The tents are used about 25 nights each summer at 8,000-10,500' of altitude with some big storms and big winds. They hold up nicely. The only drawback, especially with the HV tent is that the material is even lighter/thinner than the regular tent and it has torn easily and the zip has jammed due to the thin fabric. The regular tent is a little sturdier. The 2 person tent is very cozy even for 2 thin people. There is no real space to put your stuff. A few more mesh pockets and a larger rain fly would help a lot for storage in wet conditions.
Age:65–74
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Yes , I recommend this product
MikeL
West Linn, OR, United States
I love this tent
8 years ago
I've had 12-15 backpacking tents. Most were fairly heavy-duty but I bought my Fly Creek 2 at an REI garage sale. It had a tiny tear in the tent body that I repaired with Tenacious Tape and it's been fine ever since. I've used this tent in the Wind Rivers, North Cascades, Oregon Cascades, Grand Gulch, the Oregon coast, Eagle Cap Wilderness, Strawberry Wilderness, and several others, and in all weather. It has stood up to very high winds with rain and hail, snow, and days and days of rain in the Cascades. I've never been wet. I do set up the tent tight and solid using all the tie outs if I think there's going to be weather. Two negatives, and both were expected. It's very tight for 2 people. My wife and I used it, and we are not big people, and we were definitely crowded. There's a lot of netting so that wind will blow right through the thing. As I said, both expected and accepted by me. Take care of it. No dogs inside. Keep it clean. Set it up right. Use a footprint. Dry it well after use. Store it loose and dry, not stuffed. My tent is almost four years old now (so not exactly this newer model) and it still works very well. I am tempted to get this newer one due to some improvements, the best of which is the windproof panel on the front door.
Yes , I recommend this product
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