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Big Agnes says
You want the baddest tent at base camp? Pitch the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV3 Expedition 3-person tent and get ready to host other campers when the wind crushes their tent and yours is still standing. This is a beefed up, burly addition to the award-winning Copper Spur HV series and includes a sturdy DAC NSL pole system, steep walls for maximum living space, nylon zip-up option for complete closure, and two doors/two vestibules for easy tent life and optimum gear storage. A lightweight, totally bomber addition to your quiver, this one goes when the tough get going.
Our Verdict
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- Reviewed by Basecamp Gear
Features
- Based on the features of our best-selling, award-winning Copper Spur HV UL tents, the Copper Spur HV Expedition is a beefed up, take-anywhere version ready for the toughest conditions on the planet
- Four-way high-volume hub design increases strength and useable interior volume
- Large diameter poles and bomber architecture handle mountain winds and snow load
- Two doors featuring widows with two closure options: mesh only for ventilation, or zip up the nylon layer for complete closure
- Dual-zipper door is smooth closing and the discrete seam design creates a clean, modern aesthetic
- Dual-zipper door allows for easy entry. Use only one zipper for quick reach-through access
- Quick Stash door keeper on tent body door makes stowing unzipped door quick and easy
- Proprietary random ripstop pattern nylon provides maximum durability
- Durable polyester high tenacity rip-stop with exceptional tear strength, UV resistance and stability during temperature and moisture fluctuations, making it ideal for high altitude conditions
- Full breathable nylon body adds an extra layer of protection against the elements
- Large closable ceiling window/vent provides venting as well as optional storage space
- Media pockets located above sleeping area enable clean earbud cord routing from phones or other devices
- One fly vent for increased airflow and reduced condensation
- Low Vent feature on the vestibule doors for more airflow while still providing vestibule coverage
- Velcro tabs connect fly to pole structure providing perfect pitch and extra stability
- Ready to pitch; with pre-cut Dyneema guy lines and tensioners attached to fly
- Dual, equalized Dyneema guylines for added stability and strength in high winds
- Reflective guylines and webbing on tent corners improves visibility
- Interior guy loops lets you really brace for extremely windy conditions
- Easy grip zipper pulls and glove-friendly toggles and buckles
- To extend the life of your tent floor we recommend using a Big Agnes footprint - sold separately
- Multiple interior loops for use with gear lofts or for attaching other accessories
Specifications
Our Weights
- Flysheet weighs: 756g
- Inner weighs: 1064g
- Poles weigh: 663g
- Total weight: 2483g (excludes pegs & bags)
- Pegs x 10 weigh: 210g
Big Agnes Specs
- Trail weight (excludes pegs): 5lb 8oz / 2.49kg
- Packed weight: 6lb 3oz / 2.80kg
- Fast fly weight: 3lb 11oz / 1.67kg
- Packed size: 8" x 20" / 20 x 51cm
- Floor area: 41ft² / 3.8m²
- Floor length: 90" / 229cm
- Floor width: 70-62" / 178-158cm
- Head height: 41" / 104cm
- Vestibule area: 9ft², 9ft² / 0.8m², 0.8m²
Construction & Materials
- Fly is Dominico® undyed polyester ripstop made with high tenacity yarns which increase tear strength by 20-25% over standard nylon or polyester ripstop fabrics. Also provides high UV resistance and stability during temperature and moisture fluctuations, allowing for a solid and stable pitched tent
- Fly is silicone-treated with 1200mm waterproof polyurethane coating plus an additional coating on the face of the fabric to increase tear strength and UV resistance
- Floor is nylon taffeta with a 10,000mm waterproof polyurethane coating
- Tent body is nylon ripstop breathable and polyester mesh
- The material uses a unique pigment dye coloring process that resists fading and increases UV resistance; extending the longevity of the fabric when used in high altitude conditions.
- All seams taped with waterproof, solvent-free polyurethane tape (No PVC or VOC's)
- DAC Featherlite NSL pole system
- Ultralight plastic clips attach tent body to pole frame
- 4-way high-volume hub pole design
- 10 interior mesh pockets, 2 media pockets & 10 large DAC aluminum J stakes
- Oversized, reinforced stake out loops - to be used with skis, ice axe, ski poles, etc.
- Gear loft loops included
- Footprint - sold separately
- Fast Fly setup available
- Fits the Triangle, Trapezoid, Large Trapezoid, Wall and Large Wall gear lofts - sold separately
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