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Curry and SonsTrading Company · Est. 1995
Big Agnes Copper Spur UL3 Tent

A freestanding three-person backpacking tent that weighs about 3 pounds 6 ounces on the trail. People pick it for a light tent that holds a small group, with two doors and awning-style vestibules.

Specs

  • Trail weight: 3 lb 6 oz / 1.52 kg; total weight: 3 lb 13 oz / 1.72 kg
  • Floor: 90 x 70–62 in, 41 sq ft
  • Head height: 43 in
  • Vestibules: 2, 9 sq ft each; doors: 2
  • Packed size: 21 x 5 in
  • Fly/floor: HyperBead nylon ripstop
  • Price: $649.95 (maker, Oct 2026)

What reviewers say

OutdoorGearLab's June 2026 backpacking tent test gave it the Editors' Choice for best overall. Testers found it one of the lightest tents in the group with better weather protection than they expected, and liked that both vestibules convert to awnings. Their main complaints are price and a tight fit for three adults.

Good

  • Light for a three-person freestanding tent
  • Two doors and awning vestibules
  • Good weather protection

Not so good

  • Expensive
  • Snug for three adults

Who it's for

Two backpackers who want extra room, or a parent and kids on a backpacking trip. Three large adults or car campers will get more space for the money elsewhere.

Sources

Last checked 2026-10-19. Specs from the maker; review notes summarized in our own words.