New Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 - Final Review

Me and my daughter are reviewing the New 2020 Copper Spur HV UL3 in field conditions.
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0:00 - Intro
00:49 - Setups and colors
02:22 - The doors
03:27 - The weight and size
06:23 - The awnings
07:44 - Nighttime and the vestibules
09:18 - The floor
10:03 - DAC Tentpoles and stakes
11:30 - Condensation
12:26 - The details
13:01 - Tentpole repair
17:02 - The interior
20:25 - Conclusion
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I am in the transition from heavy weight backpacking/hiking to ultralight backpacking/hiking.
I hike here in Scandinavia were there is a tradition to use very heavy gear, because of the cold and inclement weather.
I am trying to change the tradition, and still be safe and comfortable.
Here is a list of some of the gear that I use, and can recommend:
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Hiking gear:
Tent: Big Agnes new 2020 Copper Spur HV UL3
Big Agnes (old model) Copper Spur HV UL2
Fjellraven Abisko Shape 3
Backpack: Zpacks Arc Haul
Packliner: Gossamer Gear Packliner
Quilt: Enlightened Equipment Revelation -6 and -12 celcius
Sleeping pad: Therm A Rest Neoair Xlite regular wide
Seat pad: Therm A Rest Z Seat
Waterfilter: Katadyn BeFree 0,6 L
Headlamp: Black Diamond ReVolt
Stove: Soto WindMaster Stove
Mug: Evernew Ti Mug Pot 500 ml and 900 ml
Spoon: Sea To Summit - Alpha Light
Clothes:
Rain jacket: Mont-Bell Versalite
Rain pants: OMM Kamleika Pants
Mid layer: Mont-Bell U.L. Thermawrap Parka
Rain mitts: OMM Kamleika Mitts
Down jacket: Mont-Bell Plasma 1000 Down Jacket
Hiking pants: Patagonia Quandary Pants
Shoe: Altra Lone Peak 4.5
Socks: Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew
Camera gear:
Panasonic Lumix G80/85
Leica MFT 12mm f1.4
Laowa Compact Dreamer 7.5mm f2.0
NISI ND filter 1.5 - 5 stop and 5 - 9 stop
Røde VideoMicro - Microphone
Pedco Ultrapood ll Tripod
Zpacks Multi Pack - for caring it
Contact information - [e-mail]

[@Sneaky-Sneaky]

Hi Hans and Karen! Always look forward to your trip and detailed gear videos…..this one had some surprise cinematic excursions that were very entertaining……at one point I thought you were going to be the victim of a murderous tent…..and just as I was starting to relax after that……you get attacked by blood thirsty mosquitos ! Thanks for the wild ride !!!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Jesus - finally a subscriber ses my talent and appreciate our efforts ha ha - actually its the best feedback I ever got - took a screenshot of your comment and send it to Karen - she was happy and replied WTF very good.... thanks very much for the kind words - I makes me making more videos 💁😊

[@Sneaky-Sneaky]

@@hanskirk-hiking9697 Hans, do you have a PayPal account ? I would like to contribute something to support your future activities/videos. Thanks again for your efforts with humor and enlightenment !

[@thesamuelputra]

Its crazy how after 3 years this video is still very relevant to me. Just picked up a Copper Spur because of you guys! Very well made video!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Thanks so much… Big Agnes should send me a free tent 😂

[@spaghettiman6622]

This video convinced me to buy this tent, and after 6 months of use in some British conditions, I can confirm that the word of Hans Kirk is gospel!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Thanks very much Spaghettiman and congratulations with your tent

[@sharlanShieldy]

Best review I have seen on this tent. Great tips with awning in the rain and the hiking poles in the wind - I haven't seen this shown anywhere else on youtube. Excellent. I really enjoyed your presentation :)

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Thanks very much Sharian - it is nice with that kind of feedback 😀

[@hisnibs830]

This is the gold standard of camping gear reviews. Thank you so much for all your efforts!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi His Nis - thanks so much 😃

[@Noah-Lach]

This has got to be the most thorough and well-structured tent review I've ever seen. I appreciate that you didn't just set it up in your backyard, or turn the video into a glorified trip vlog. A lot of really great insight that made my purchasing decision far easier!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Noah - much appreciated glad that the video was helpful, let me know what you decide 😊

[@mathildejansen]

I love this in-depth review and of course it invites me to take a closer look at this Big Agnes tent (even though I had promised my kids I wouldn’t go camping anymore these years, I can’t stop my adventurous heart). So Big Agnes come and help me to get into nature again after 3 pregnancies (even when it’s during a day hike with the fly and floor only). Thanks a lot for your dogma ‘95-style review. Very entertaining and friendly team!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Mathilde glad that you enjoyed my video and that it was helpful Good luck with your hiking 🥾

[@terminatorgvt]

Now that's what I call a review. I could see the appreciation of the gear through the love of cinematography. I was hesitant about choosing the copper spur against the Nemo Dagger, but I just made up my mind, going for the big agnes. Big thanks from Canada !

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Thanks so much for your nice comment, hope you will enjoy this great tent. ⛺️

[@user-wn2wm3ve8p]

Best tent reveiw I've ever seen, done correctly, Thank You!! I feel smarter now, having watched! Ty

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi thanks a lot - glad it was helpfull 💁

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

Yours are the absolute BEST reviews. Truly first hand experiences. When I come to visit my good friend Swedwoods up there, maybe our paths will cross. Cheers from New York Hans.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Yankee thanks so much - hope our paths will cross… you know what tent ⛺️ to look for

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

@@hanskirk-hiking9697 Yeah... the one that looks just like my Big Agnes Copper Spur. 😊

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Yes ha ha

[@stepno]

I live near Virginia's Blue Ridge mountains, a beautiful place for hiking, but rarely take advantage of the location beyond two to four-mile afternoon walks in one city, state or national park or another, or tent-and-car-camping at fiddle-music festivals. But somehow I stumbled on this video and find it lovely and informative and wanted to thank you for making it. Such attention to detail and care and telling a story is very rare these days, no matter what the subject! Thank you. Maybe I will celebrate my 75th birthday by going for an overnight hike for the first time since my Boy Scout days. :-)

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Bob, wish i lived in Virginia, you have so beautiful nature. Karen and me have to drive 5 hours to get to this location. And thanks very much for your nice comment, it mens a lot to us. I hope you will get out and hike on your 75th birthday 💁😊🏕

[@jorisev]

Your 'real world use' tips are much appreciated. In this case how to use the awning in rain. I've had this tent for about a year and never even used the awning set-up because it seemed stupid in the rain. Your tip here makes so much sense!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi in the beginning I also thought it was a gimmick, as mentioned in the video - now I use it on a regular basis Thanks for your comment 😊

[@jorisev]

@@hanskirk-hiking9697 Thank you! By the way, here is maybe a tip from me to you: on my Copper Spur HV UL2, I never use the little annoying loops to tie the doors. I just move the corner of the door all the way over the side of the tent and attach the velcro on the bottom of the door to the velcro below the ventilation window. It can be tight, but it works.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Thanks for the tip I will try it

[@judyolmstead]

One of the best tent reviews I have seen Thank-you.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Judy thanks 😀

[@dtrainw]

Thank you! You guys are great. This tent was a huge upgrade from my previous REI Campdome 4 and has allowed my wife and I to explore more terrain while backpacking. I wish I was more comfortable with using guy lines and staking properly.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi dtrainw I don’t know that tent from REI - yes the guylines and stakes can be a hassle

[@davidneil7064]

I've been looking for this type of review on this tent. Your in-depth discussion of the interior, particularly how the rainfly interacts with the doors, etc. is very informative and I've not seen elsewhere. This also piqued my interest for your other videos and they are equally as well done. I became a subscriber because of them.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi David, thanks very much for your feedback it means a lot to me with your opinion, and welcome to the channel 😃

[@shilparasaiah6144]

So well presented and you brought out alot of great ideas to overcome wind, repair and just spoke so well and slowly - thank you.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hello Shilpa thanks very much - the reason why I speak slowly is that my English is not that good 💁😊

[@SuzanneStroh]

Thanks so much for giving us two whole days of your life in this tent! So entertaining and useful. I own three of these in 2P, used as solo shelters. This year will be my first with the awning system. Your much appreciated info on rainy day setup will be put to good use soon. I don’t take trekking poles on canoe tours, so this year I will experiment with using trees and dead branches to stake out the awnings for brewing up in the rain, using extra line I always bring for my tarp setup. Cannot agree more about the fly doors problem. On cold wet nights, it is no fun getting out of this tent and back in again. Driving and/or pounding rain will mean taking down the awnings (because muddy water will splash back into the tent), and so I hope BA solves this issue soon … with a retrofitting solution! Hopefully they will offer intro you first for testing. Once again thanks for this gold star review of a very liveable tent.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Suzanne thanks for your message, glad the video was helpful and I also hope that BA would improve the doors, it could be a magnet solution, other tent manufacturers use it 💁🏼‍♂️🙂

[@SRadzins]

Never thought a review can be so relaxing. Thanks for all the details and energy you put in this video, subsribed. Loved it, from Latvia.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hello Sandis, glad that you liked the video - comments like your mens a lot to me - thanks

[@OneWeekGetAway]

Good thorough review - I enjoy the two hosts

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Brian - thanks ...your opinion mens a lot to me 😊🏕

[@joypowerful]

This is the best outdoor gear review I've ever seen

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hello Teath what a nice comment - I have put a lot of work into this video - glad you liked it 😊🏕

[@-Steve-01]

Still on the fence about this tent for bikepacking but loved your honest review and relaxed style, a nice change from all the more ‘shouty’ type ones particularly from the land of their origin ;)

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi - thanks so much for the nice comment. It’s a good ⛺️

[@stallides]

Best review I have found for this tent. Great presentation. Thank you. I learned a few things that I didn’t know about the tent.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Stallides I’m very grateful for your comment 😀

[@soobz]

Superb review Hans! I can see a huge effort has gone into this and I appreciate it very much.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Soobz much appreciated with comments like yours 😃

[@jamescantwell8682]

Thank you for the video. I believe it was very well done andone of the most honest and genuine reviews of the copper spur that i have seen. I just purchased a copper spur UL 2 for camping and backpacking. Your video was a big help. james

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hello James - thanks very much and congratulations with your new tent 🏕😊

[@Northern_Rockhopper]

How do you like your tent 3 months on?

[@jonbassett8023]

Excellent thank you! I just bought this tent for upcoming season!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Jon thank you and good luck with your new ⛺️

[@supersookify]

This is such a nice and informative review you made there. Stunning shots as well in between 👌🏻

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hello Supersookify, thanks for your response - 😊💁

[@the_guardians_of_the_universe]

Thanks for the thorough reviews! You just earn more than a subscriber because I just shared this channel! Well done!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi KZbin Playlist, thanks and very appreciated 💁😊

[@brycewhite8143]

i was hesitant on getting one because they say the pack size is 21" long and that wouldn't fit in a backpack, glad to see that it can fit after removing the poles

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Bryce glad too hear that my video made a difference 💁

[@dma634]

Just discovered your channel. Really enjoying the videos. The music choice, your voice tone, sense of humor, etc. I enjoy your videos so much that I watch even the videos about products I don't care about. Pease keep making videos! =]

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Danimal - what a compliment, thanks very much. It’s comment like yours that keeps you going as an KZbinr 😊

[@laurentepervier3652]

GREAT & complete review! Very useful... Thank you! I hesitated for a long time between five models: the MSR feelite V3 3P, the Nemo Dagger 3P, the Exped Mira lll HL, the Sierra Designs Meteor 3 Lite and this Copper Spur. I quickly eliminated the MSR, which does not seem to be made to resist wind and rain. The Nemo, because of its slightly heavier weight, but it's a fortress in bad weather (I own the 2P model). The Exped is full of qualities (I owned the Mira ll HL), but in the 3p version it is narrower than its competitors. S.D.'s Meteor Lite is solidly made, with plenty of interior volume, and width, with a rectangular plan, not a trapezoid, but it is heavier. The purchase solution that brings together all the criteria of weight, volume and resistance to bad weather is therefore the Copper Spur 3P, which would be perfect if the width at the head and at the foot were identical. It's a large 2-person tent, but three people would be cramped there, and would have to use 51 cm wide mattresses. But I like to sleep on mattresses 64 or 65 cm wide to recover well from the efforts of the day... Thanks to your excellent review, I decided to order it...

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Laurent I must say that you have made your homework 📚 glad my video was helpful in the process of getting a new tent 🏕 and thanks for the nice feedback 😀

[@laurentepervier3652]

@@hanskirk-hiking9697 Hi Hans, thank you for your response to my comment. I've been camping in the mountains since 1978 (Pyrenees and Alps), and I've used a dozen tents, fortunately becoming lighter as I get older (72 years now). Some people race ultralight gear, but experience has taught me that you shouldn't give up comfort and solidity, even if it means carrying a slightly heavier bag... Like you, I found tips to improve the wind resistance of some tents, but yours, with the two walking poles, is by far the best, well done! Cordially, Laurent

[@Tygr04]

Thanks a lot for this video👍. It is the best rewiev I saw on KZbin. Great job.😊

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Tygr - thanks so much for your feedback much appreciated

[@mette-lisesrensen6301]

The best review i have seen of this tent

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Thanks very much 🙂

[@conniedyrehauge7996]

A pleasure to watch this video. Nice tent and some super stuff. If I have to go hiking, I want Karen and you with me. ❤️

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Thanks dear Connie - we got a deal - come with us to Sweden and we will take care of you and promise you a great nature experience 💜💁🏕

[@conniedyrehauge7996]

Thanks. A great offer.❤️.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

You are welcome 🤗

[@binleiwu7139]

so much joy to watch this video,tks

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Binlej - thanks very much 💁

[@virtualmanny]

What a great video! Didnt realize I could do an awning thing.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Thanks 😊 yes the awning thing is a great selling point

[@livinlarge1247]

Thank you. Great video.

[@campsite123]

Well done excellent review and found the same annoying tie back points which are the same on the bike version too. Thanks for the the tips regarding the wind and rain. Liked your videos since the start.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Glen thanks so much for your kind comment - yes it’s really annoying but no tent is perfect

[@sarayuki8540]

appreciate the detailed review.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Sara - thanks very much

[@tabithaherron9540]

I thoroughly enjoy your videos! So well done and informative! Wonderful, thank you!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Tabitha thanks for your very positive response 😀

[@laurentepervier3652]

I hesitated for a long time between five models: the MSR feelite V3 3P, the Nemo Dagger 3P, the Exped Mira lll HL, the Sierra Designs Meteor 3 Lite and this Copper Spur. I quickly eliminated the MSR, which does not seem to be made to resist wind and rain. The Nemo, because of its slightly heavier weight, but it's a fortress in bad weather (I own the 2P model). The Exped is full of qualities (I owned the Mira ll HL), but in the 3p version it is narrower than its competitors. S.D.'s Meteor Lite is solidly made, with plenty of interior volume, and width, with a rectangular plan, not a trapezoid, but it is heavier. The purchase solution that brings together all the criteria of weight, volume and resistance to bad weather is therefore the Copper Spur 3P, which would be perfect if the width at the head and at the foot were identical. It's a large 2-person tent, but three people would be cramped there, and would have to use 51 cm wide mattresses. But I like to sleep on mattresses 64 or 65 cm wide to recover well from the efforts of the day... Thanks to your excellent review, I decided to order it...

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Best of luck to you 😀

[@luciemarkova782]

Hi Laurent, can you tell me how well your Nemo dagger 2p performs in strong wind/rain? I'm going camping in Iceland in July and I was wondering if the dagger would be a good choice (my second option would be the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2)! Thanks in advance! :)

[@laurentepervier3652]

@@luciemarkova782 Hello Lucia, it's hard for me to tell you which tent will be the best in windy conditions. These two tents are very well designed, with quality materials., not too thin. I think they are both effective, especially if, in high winds, you use your walking poles to to prevent the frame from bending under gusts. Watch this video by Hans Kirk, which shows how to cleverly reinforce your tent in a very effective way against heavy winds, with only a few grams more material. You will only need a few meters of guylines and 4 extra pegs This tip should be known to all hikers! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoiTh4uprahre5I. I've never had a sealing problem with the Nemo, totally waterproof... In terms of comfort, the Nemo has slightly larger apses, and I appreciate its rectangular dimensions on the bedroom floor, while the Big Agnes is narrower at the feet. I hope this can help you in your choice, Best regards, Laurent, Bordeaux, France

[@hoser7706]

Brilliant awning setup fir the rain! Thx

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Hoser7, thanks - it really works 💁

[@glaw5629]

Great, very thorough review! Awesome information thank you for the effort you put into this.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Glaw much appreciated 😊

[@glaw5629]

@@hanskirk-hiking9697 I'm thinking of buying this tent - but one concern I have is the performance in windy conditions, as reviews say it has a tendency to collapse. In this video you have a brief clip of you reinforcing it using trekking poles to withstand strong wind. I was curious if you have or could make a quick tutorial video on how to do that set up? Thank you!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi glaw i have actually made a video about how the Copper Spur handles storms - you can find it on my channel - let me know what you think about the video and I’ll be glad to answer any questions you might have ⛺️⛈️

[@iviewthetube]

UL3 is perfect for 2 people and the UL2 is perfect for one person. For one person, I like the UL2's two doors; one side for ingress and egress and the other for an equipment vestibule.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Iviewthetube - yes you are right, I am considering buying the UL2 for solo hikes

[@deaiscarlet]

I'm thorn between the bikepack version of this and the Fjallraven abisko view 2. I want a reasonable short pole length (motocamping). The big Agnes has the space ( drying cloths in rain) but the Fjallraven has the view (in good weather), a better set-up system (during rain) and I have more confidence in the strength of the materials. Decisions decisions

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Deaiscarlet, i have Fjälljraven Abisko Shape 3, I never use it - the Copper Spur is much better with its interior space.

[@deaiscarlet]

@@hanskirk-hiking9697 thanks, I get it, lots of space but really compact when packed. Btw, a tunnel tent wouldn't be for me either, not the right tent for me. Btw, excellent review, really well done

[@deaiscarlet]

Just to let you know I got the Big Agnes CS 3 bikepack yesterday.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Congratulations - hope it will work out for you

[@Mr_J_J]

Thank you for the review Hans! I really like your content and presentation style with your daughter. I have another tent, but still am interested in two things: 1) what is the cloth that you use to dry the condensation in your tent, and 2) what are the tent lights? If they are not too heavy, then I am very interested! Thanks again.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Josh - your opinion mens a lot to Karen and me - thanks very much 😊 1: it is a kitchen wash cloth - cheep, lightweight and dries in a flash. 2: mtnGLO Tent Camp Lights from Big Agnes - I makes a nice overview light in the tent - but not enough for sewing and repairs so you need to bring an other light source - hmm and it broke during the trip - ha ha - but here is a link: www.bigagnes.com/mtnGLO-Tent-Camp-Lights

[@BPF80MCar-vi1pg]

Well ive got the UL 2 and its freaking great. Its light wieght without being flimsy

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Couldn’t agree more

[@TheBluenoserboy]

Excellent video. I wonder if you could replace the annoying toggle on the fly with a simple loop, like on the inside, or if that would flap too much in the wind.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hello Blue Noser Boy thanks very much. What a great idea 💡 I will definitely try it out 😊😊

[@Fellmandave1]

Outstanding!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Thanks

[@AlexSmith-ln1tv]

Love this informative video and the humour thrown in :)

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Alex, thanks for your nice comment - glad that someone understands my kind of humor 😀

[@evakirksrensen3459]

Great review - and what a nice tent - like your attention to details😀

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Eva - thanks for the kind words💁😊🏕

[@toddpetrik6349]

What a GREAT review. I JUST purchased this tent and it came in the mail today, YAY. Your video reinforced to me that I made the right choice. And BTW, you two are so sweet together. I have a dad daughter weekend backpacking trip coming up 2nd week in October. - You have so many cool hacks, or adds. I would love to see a list of those and some how-tos on those. Some Examples would be - What light string did you use in some of the clips? - What line and knots did you use to lengthen the stakes and or loops at the tiedown spots? - That bungy cloth rack was a great ideas. What toggle did you use to tighten it? Thanks and I have subscribed to your channel for more fun. Best to you both

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hello Todd - thanks very much glad that the video was helpful. The light string is from Big Agnes it was broken after the tent trip - I can not recommend it, and it is heavy. I don't know what the knots are called. Welcome to the channel 😎

[@MegaMastiffman]

I tied another piece of paracord on the loop for the toggle a small loop or ring to extend the loop so it’s easier to get loose and not so tight

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Brendan - that is a very good tip - thanks 💁🏕

[@burkhard6238]

The best i have ever seen, thank you!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Burkhard - thank for the best comment 😀

[@Raphaele00]

hi kirk I love your videos, I really like it when you leave pomegranate trees and you do your daily camping activities that teaches us a lot about what to do and how to do it on the trail, Since I've been following you I've been buying some of the gears you have, I use the BA Cooper Spun UL3 Bikepack, however recently I bought the Sea to Summit Telos TR3 and in my experience of the last 4 outings this store has been a genius for me in 3 seasons and with a snowfall and temperature down to -4 (nevado de toluca mexico iztacihualt 2400 masl approx I think, I would highly recommend it if you can try it, I have put aside my big agnes for many reasons. Well I just wanted to share something that you continue to have a full life, balances raphaele Mexico DF

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Rapaele from Mexico 🇲🇽 thanks for the kind words it mens a lot to me. I have been interested in Telos TR3 my self - is it better than the Copper Spur... I have head that it have excellent ventilation in the top of tent. And how does it preform in high winds - please let me know

[@alexriese2849]

Hi Hans and Karen! Thanks for the great review and the tip for increasing the wind stability with the trekking poles. Nevertheless a few questions remain. Up to which wind speed can you recommend the tent? Are you using a groundsheet and is it the one from big agnes? How do you avoid a wet inner while pitching in the rain? Thanks in advance and have great 2023 in the outdoor! Best regards! Alex

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Alex - thanks very much I don’t know the exact wind speed in the video and the thing with the trekking poles is more of an emergency arrangement - avoid the wind if you can. No groundsheet - I am thinking of weight. Just set up the tent fast - I have a video about it. Hope you can find it on my channel. Great hiking for you too, and stay safe ☺️

[@adriananderson]

Very cool review.. you spent some time making it unique! Fantastic

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Adrian, yes I spent some time making the video - and it was a fun experience - thanks very much 😃

[@nvskorpio]

Perfect timing thank you - I'm looking at the Big Agnes CS HV UL 3 as an extra roomy 1 person tent now - wish I could actually see the UL 2 interior tho

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

There should be lots of video about the 2 person tent on KZbin 😊

[@Ripper218]

I have the 2 in olive 🫒 It's lighter than the 3 obviously, and also isn't the best in breezy weather but can easily be fixed using walking poles. I find the zips can get caught in the fabric so I need to run my finger down with it. Great room inside for one, great 👍🏻 Even good for two using the vestibules for storage and the overhead pockets are really good. I opted for the ground sheet as well. Good choice for various reasons. Light, spacious, roomy tent. Love it!

[@mountainmystic1]

Great reviews and great tips. Thank you for posting. Liked and subscribed!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hello Scott - thanks very much - welcome to the channel 😊

[@ericwalsh7418]

Thanks for the video. It makes me want to come to Sweden

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Eric, you are welcome also in Sweden there is a lot of space 💁🏕

[@mercedesaponte6201]

Well done! I have a BA 2 person Tigerwall with the lights. Love it but I did buy a Zpacks 2 person pole tent at Christmas.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Mercedes, thanks 😊 how is that Zpacks tent working out for you - I guess you bought it because of the weight!

[@mercedesaponte6201]

@@hanskirk-hiking9697 Yes, I bought the Zpack for the weight and they say it does not stretch when it gets wet. The Rockies get both snow and rain year round at elevation. Have you tried BA's 3in1 sleeping system? I am will give the 0° system a shakedown this season. Stay safe and Happy Trials to you and your daughter.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

No I have not tried the BA sleep system- please let me know how it works out 😊

[@Em_Dee_Aitch]

This was the best real life gear review I have ever seen. WELL DONE.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Mark - thanks very much

[@dennism665]

👍👍 Good job, and especially the repair segments. I was wondering about stretched out elastics. I have a 30 year old Sierra Carabo tent with that problem. I guess I can’t complain too much. They just got stretchy 5 years ago. Just bought BA’s Copper Spur Bikepack UL2. Looking forward to using it next week while moto camping. Thanks.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Dennis congratulations with the new tent - yes the elastic will not last forever 😊

[@snakehead5444]

lol going to have to stop by kitridge and see if they still have those thermometers.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

😂 they have them

[@livinlarge1247]

Good touch explaining that porch mode: loved the music & view, "You can set it up anywhere." Yes it is a bit big for me: 1p. I love my hammocks. It looks sturdy though: the BA CS. I might look at that 3 pole Tiger Wall too. Or maybe a trekking pole tent. I like the basic 2 dome poles too...like on a North Face. The hubbed ones seem like they are flopping everywhere. What tents do you now use? The short pole bikepack tents are nice. Thank you for showing the repair.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi - thanks very much for your feedback, the Tiger Wall is definitely on my list 😀

[@nvskorpio]

Oh yeah thanks for a detailed and informative video

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Carpathiancossack - thanks very much, glad that the video was useful for you 😊

[@brianblanco520]

really good comprehensive review

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Brian - thanks for the kind words 💁🏕😊

[@craigobrist]

Awesome review! Thanks so much!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Thanks very much CraigyPoo

[@gdp3163]

Nicely done! Thank you so much!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

You are welcome G DP thanks 😊

[@michaelrodman6646]

Hello Hans Kirk and Daughter! Thank you very much for your excellent video which finally answers all of the questions I have had with such calm, reasonable, clarity. Specifically, I enjoyed seeing you dealing with guying a tent out in a real storm. In the short video clip you showed with a tent without employing the trekking poles when guying out the tent when the wind is blowing, it kind of looked like that tent was not guyed out at all? is that the case, or just an optical illusion on the video? Do you think it would be sufficient to extend the lines and guy out each point well-staked? (I ask because I don't usually walk with poles.). I also wonder if the fussy loops for rolling up the fly could be cut and spliced to make the loop bigger to remedy that complaint? you don't mention if the tent is one of the "mountain-glo" versions, but in the night-time it looks like you have some lights inside. is it a "mountain-glo"? (if so, that might account for the slightly higher weights you listed than I remember on the BA website...). I really like your clothesline as well. I have purchased this tent, and your video has been extremely useful to foresee issues that might arise, and was fun to watch, too. Thank you very much

[@michaelrodman6646]

I just watched the video which the clip of the tent in a windstorm came from. While I couldn't help noticing that there were, in the frame of the video, some dense woods and forest not too far away that might have made for a more protected campsite ;) This was very useful to see. I think Big Agnes should put videos like this on their website. the clips you show at the end of the trip with your wife where you are well above treeline makes a better example of when we find ourselves with no appropriate alternative than having to just hunker and wait it out (Like I frequently do in the High Sierra) and your trekking pole trick is one of the best arguments for carrying poles I've ever seen! thanks for sharing this experience, Hans. you can also disregard my previous question about it being a mountain glo tent/ weight difference, because I noticed you were reviewing the CS HV UL3 and I purchased the 2 which probably accounts for the heavier numbers. Thanks again!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Michael - the tent was guided out in the storm, you can use a stick instead of trekking poles. It is a ekstra Mountain Glo lamp that I have bought.I don't think its possible to remove the loops for the doors. Glad that our video was helpfull - thanks very much for your reply.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

😀

[@sarayuki8540]

Have you used the tent awnings to catch water when it's raining?

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Sara - no i have not - but you could 💁😊🏕

[@joehikes5855]

Excellent video Hans.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Joe - thanks very much your feedback is very valuable to me 💁

[@lowrights33]

Brilliant review, thanks!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Joe, thanks a lot 😊

[@AndersRamm]

Hi, thanks for a great video! At 11:18 what camp spot is that. Was hoping to visit it next time I am in Sweden :)

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Anders thanks for your compliment It’s on a trail called; “Sevedeleden” 4 hours drive from Copenhagen

[@GEOPUZZLE]

Very helpful video. Thanks for sharing.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Barnett - thanks very much 😀

[@duphi67]

Great Review !!! Loved it and yes the outside door lock system sucks !! ;) I hate it !!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi John - thanks for the kind comment - yes door system does not work properly ⛺️😊

[@snomanape2005]

Awesome review video. I found it extremely helpful. I am curious as to where you got those small outdoor mats?

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Snomanape, thanks very much, glad it was helpfull. It is called; Z Seat Thermaest 💁

[@SparkyOne549]

You guys are so lucky to be able to eat in your tents. In the US if we did that, we would be woken up by a bear crashing the tent and attacking us for food.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Sparky you are right and we appreciate it - thanks for your comment

[@debsmostexcellentadventure5353]

Very well done video,really enjoyed it,please stay safe debs.x

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hallo Debs - thanks very much - your opinion mens a lot to me.

[@livinlarge1247]

Dang those are nice pictures: the night & moon, the trees & cliffs. What cameras were used? Sorry if this was answered. Tiny phone screen here.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Panasonic G 80/85

[@mocarver]

Excellent review. Thx.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Mocarver - thanks very much 😀

[@acronymphotography]

Heya everyone . I’m trying to decide if I should get one of these for Glastonbury Festival to save some weight on my Outwell Earth 2. Do you think the exterior material and build in general is strong enough to cope with the occasional drunken festival goer tripping up on my guy ropes? Etc.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Bad idea..... the outer material is very delicate and thin

[@acronymphotography]

Thank you.

[@annika2437]

Hvor er det en super god gennemgang af teltet! Plus gode trick. Tusinde tak

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hej Annika tak for dine pæne kommentarer, dejligt du fik noget ud af at se videoen 🙂

[@joshuaobrien426]

Great video! I'm just starting to get into backpacking and your videos have been very helpful for me to learn. I just bought this tent. How long do you recommend the guylines should be to support the tent? It seems I need to purchase longer cords and then cut the guyline lengths myself? Thanks for your help!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hello Joshua - thanks for the compliment - the cords on the tent is long enough in my opinion

[@livinlarge1247]

I have the 1 person: do I keep it or find a different setup?

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

More space in the 2 person for a small weight penalty

[@drumdude46]

2:20 ... ha ha ha!....the 'dramatic music! Lol!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

It was dramatic ha ha ha

[@alphazerotactical1518]

Hello, great review. Where did you get the lights and how did you set them up ?

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi and thanks for your response - it’s a Big Agnes light and there’s some attachments points on the inner tent

[@user-qz4ht4yv5e]

Great video! One thing I'd like to check - fly of the previous version of Copper Spur was soaking quite a lot of water during rain and was getting quite heavier and hard to pack. Does this version have similar issue? And if so, how bad is it comparing to some other tents you've used?

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi B it is not soaking water - off course it gets wet but it is not at problem. They use a now material on the 2020 edition. Thanks for your feedback 😊

[@minemetsa]

Awesome review. Would you buy it again? If not what would you try instead?

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Minemetsa - thanks very much - yes I would, and I am glad that I bought the 3 person version for 2 person use 💁🏕

[@iviewthetube]

I just tuck the fly door between the tent and the fly; I don't bother hooking it.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

nice trick

[@andreas9128]

Fantastic review! I am 183 cm tall. Would it be enough room for me to lie down without having my head or feet touching the side walls of the tent? Do you think I could sit up inside the tent? Thank you so much for your time and effort with your videos. I realize you spend some serious time on shooting and editing.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Andreas thanks for your nice feedback, it is very motivating with that kind of comments 😀 Yes there's room enough for your 183 cm and I think that Big Agnes now make at longer version of this tent - tjek it out - I could be the perfect tent for a tall gay like you, let me know how it turs out for you.

[@hugosvenstedt]

So after saying it's not a mountain terrain tent, you still use it with the trekking poles? With those, would you say its fit for svenska fjällen?

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Hugo - i am just home from a hike in Sweden, I used the GG LT 5

[@hugosvenstedt]

@@hanskirk-hiking9697 Very nice! But would you say Big Agnes Copper Spur tent works in the mountain ranges?

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Yes I have a Fjellrven tent but I don’t use it - even in the mountains the Big Agnes is much better and lighter in really strong winds a tunnel tent is better

[@hugosvenstedt]

@@hanskirk-hiking9697 but the copper spur is not a tunnel tent? 😅

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Ha ha

[@jeverbever]

Thanks for nice and very thorough review, Hans and Karen!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hello Chipmunk - thank you so much 😊

[@ychuen5753]

nice video, good review

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hello YC Huen, thanks very much

[@markusa4136]

Great video! Do you ever use a footprint with the tent?

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Markus A - thanks - no I try to be as lightweight as possible. But if I use the tent for like car camping I could be a good idea 🏕💁

[@markusa4136]

Thank u for the answer 😁

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

You are always welcome

[@k2thah286]

I wish they would take the hint and redesign the door toggle. It’s such a massive fail.

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi k2that - you are so right 😀

[@Kuzya_88]

What kind of backpack do you use?

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Kuzya sorry for the late response, I have been out hiking with my Zpack Ach Haul

[@wadewoehrmann2835]

All those rubber bands throw the weight off. :) :)

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Ha ha rubber bands 😂

[@halilar470]

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[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi 274 - hello Turkey 🇹🇷

[@MattShafter]

You didn’t invite me again!!!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hmm you wanna come to 🇩🇰 or Sweden 🇸🇪?

[@MattShafter]

@@hanskirk-hiking9697 Someday!!!

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Hi Matt - yes that could be nice 😊

[@SoundWave209]

Ive never had a problem opening and closing the rain fly. Must be you just being lazy

[@hanskirk-hiking9697]

Yes I am lazy 😊