Big Agnes Scout 2 Platinum Review

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Big agnes scout 2 platinum review.

This is built for the minimalist that likes a little extra space. At just one pound there s no reason this tent shouldn t be in your pack for solo missions or when sharing it with your backcountry buddy. The new scout 2 platinum cuts that number in half. At just 1lb 1oz trail weight the 1 door wonder can sleep two.

Classic big agnes scout ul 2 comparison the big agnes scout ul 2 is an ultralight cross between a classic pup tent and an a frame tarp. Big agnes copper spur 2 platinum tent review by mac 8 comments the big agnes copper spur 2 platinum is a lightweight freestanding two person backpacking tent that s for anyone willing to spend 600 on their miniature house for the outdoors or as i like to call it my palace. The ultralight big agnes scout 2 tent line is a new school take on old school a frames. While it s one of the lightest shelters in this review it sacrifices comfort and convenience.

This is the name they use for this tent on amazon. With the scout 2 platinum tent from big agnes nothing will slow you down especially not weight. The weight 1 lb 5 oz 595 g is such that the word crazylight used in the name sounds appropriate. Don t forget your trekking poles or accessory poles not included when hiking with this tent as it won t stay up without them.

The big agnes scout ul 2 is an ultralight cross between a classic pub tent and an a frame tarp. If the sky does open up no worries the silicone treated external material beads and moves moisture down and off the tent so you stay bone dry in your lightweight shelter. The big agnes scout 1 platinum stands out for its superior ultralight construction weighing in at a meager 1 1 pounds with all included components. This is less of a tent and more like a super spacious bivy sack.

Single wall construction trekking pole support siliconized nylon and no vestibules. At 1lb 1oz the scout unburdens your pack so you can fit a few extra layers for quick changing alpine conditions. The design of the 17 oz scout 2 platinum and the dyneema 11 oz scout 2 carbon also available are both based on the classic 26 oz big agnes scout ul 2 see our vintage review from 2015 which was a more. The design of the 17 oz scout 2 platinum and the dyneema 11 oz scout 2 carbon also available are both based on the classic 26 oz big agnes scout ul 2 see our vintage review from 2015 which was a more affordable lightweight pup style tent.

Simple single wall shelter uses trekking poles for support and offers ample floor space and excellent venting. Our scout 2 platinum is a single wall insanely lightweight yet roomy trail phenom. The result is a minimalist shelter that will appeal to backpackers who accept the livability tradeoffs.