Weight 1 lb 1 oz.
Big agnes scout 2 platinum.
It is one of the lightest shelters in its class.
Easton carbon pole sets with an incredible strength to weight ratio and dyneema fabric an extremely strong and dynamic fiber that is both highly tear resistant as well as fully waterproof.
Construction materials tent body is silicone treated nylon ripstop with 1200mm waterproof polyurethane coating.
Our take there was a time when carrying a pound per person for a tent made us feel like ultralight rock stars.
The scout 2 carbon with dyneema is an ultralight weight adventurer s dream.
The big agnes scout 2 platinum is a 17 ounce single wall trekking pole tent designed for three season use.
Single wall construction trekking pole.
Backpacker reviews the big agnes scout 1 platinum the lightest tent of 2020.
The new scout 2 platinum cuts that number in half.
Big agnes scout 2 platinum.
This shelter features steep sidewalls a minimal eave style vestibule and a front entry.
We reviewed its big brother the scout 2 platinum last year.
While it is incredibly lightweight and relatively inexpensive when compared to dyneema trekking pole tents you d be far better off upgrading to the big agnes scout platinum 2 in terms of livability and weather worthiness even though it weighs 4 ounces more.
Our scout 1 platinum is a single wall insanely lightweight yet roomy trail phenom.
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.
Scout 2 platinum the lightest three season crazylight tents.
Big agnes trims weight with a smaller.
These products are intended for only the most advanced user.
The big weight savers.
It is an excellent shelter for weight conscious backpackers that are willing to carry a few additional ounces to enjoy the convenience of a large protected.
The big agnes scout platinum 1 wouldn t be my first choice for general purpose backpacking.
Insanely lightweight shelters for the true gear heads of the backcountry.
Backpacker reviews the big agnes scout 1 platinum the lightest tent of 2020.
At less than one pound there s no reason this tent shouldn t be in your pack for fast and light solo missions.
It has a pup style a frame shape with side struts that create vertical internal sidewalls for improved livability and ceiling height.
The big agnes scout plus ul2 is relatively heavy among the ultralight shelters we tested but is much lighter than similarly spacious double wall tents found in our backpacking tent review.
The full body mesh vent system on this trekking pole supported tent keeps air circulating and weather out which makes this spacious single wall.