Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Tent

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Stronger, drier, and lighter, HyperBead fabric brings new life to a minimalist favourite.

Big Agnes says: 

Lighter, stronger, and more waterproof than ever thanks to our proprietary HyperBead™ fabric, the Tiger Wall UL is ideal for minimalists looking for a side entry, ultralight tent.

Defined by its high-volume, single pole architecture with large side entry doors and generous vestibule space, this tent is a favorite for backcountry adventures for good reason. Single pole architecture using DAC Featherlite materials create a simple, yet sturdy structure you can rely on through multi-day trips. The comfort and weight savings of the Tiger Wall UL make tent life easy for your three-season adventures.

Our Verdict

The 2024/25 update to the Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 introduces HyperBead fabric to the fly and floor, noticeably more waterproof and rugged while shaving a bit of weight. The structure itself is unchanged, which is no bad thing. Twin side doors, two vestibules, and a cross-pole at the apex create real liveability for an ultralight tent.

At 1012g (ex pegs/bags), it’s impressively light for a freestanding design. There’s enough space for two, especially with near-vertical sidewalls that improve headroom, though as with all two person tents, for anything other than the odd night away i would always use this tent solo. Interior storage is smartly handled, with a large 3D bin pocket and ceiling loft keeping gear tidy. Mesh walls encourage airflow, although there are no fly vents, so, propping a vestibule open is still the best way to reduce condensation.

For fast-and-light trips where space, weight and function all matter, the Tiger Wall UL2 remains one of the most comfortable tents in its class.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

•  Featuring proprietary fabric technology: The ideal balance of strength, durability, and weight. Optimized for those who don’t want to compromise on protection and weight.
• Made with our proprietary technology that yields a fabric that is 6% lighter, 25% more waterproof, 50% stronger, and more dimensionally stable than fabric with traditional coatings.
• New EZ Pack Stuff Sack with a large length-wise opening and compression feature makes packing up your tent much simpler
• New Cross Pole Socket. Proprietary, injection mold- ed TPU part ensures secure pole tip capture.
• Minimalist pole structure with one door and one vestibule
• DAC poles create a strong structure that is light and spacious
• Minimalist pole structure with two doors and two vestibules
• Proprietary tent corner construction with unique TipLok™ Tent Buckle streamlines tent set up by combining three functions: secure pole-tip capture rainfly attachment and tensioner, and stake-out loop
• Dry-entry door design keeps the interior of your tent dry as you enter and exit
• Low Vent feature on the vestibule doors increases air flow while still providing vestibule coverage
• Dual-zipper doors, use only one zipper for quick, reach-through access
• Structured foot-end corners create more usable space between your feet and tent wall
• Quick Stash door keeper on tent body makes stowing unzipped door quick and easy
• Low Vent feature on the vestibule doors increases air flow while still providing vestibule coverage
• Double sliders on the vestibule zippers allows for venting from the top or bottom
• Hook & loop tabs connect fly to pole structure at guyout points providing perfect pitch and extra stability
• 3-D bin pocket provides massive, off-the-floor storage; Ceiling and side pockets provide additional organization
• Multiple interior loops for attaching accessories
• Ready to pitch; with pre-cut guylines and tensioners attached to fly
• Reflective guylines and webbing on tent corners make it easy to see at night
• Includes Big Agnes Dirt Dagger™ UL Stakes
• To extend the life of your tent floor we recommend using a Big Agnes footprint – sold separately

Specifications

UOG Specs:

• Inner tent weighs: 381g
• Flysheet weighs: 361g
• Poleset weighs: 270g
• Total weight: 1012g (excludes pegs and bags)
• 9 x pegs supplied weigh:83g 

Big Agnes Specs:

• Trail weight (excludes pegs): 992g
• Packed weight: 1130g
• Fast fly weight: 765g
• Packed size: 14 x 46cm
• Floor size: 2.6m²
• Floor length: 218cm
• Floor width: 132 – 107cmcm
• Head height: 99cm
• Foot height: 46cm
• Vestibule area: 0.7m² + 0.7m²
• Pole Set Type:DAC Featherlite NFL 
• Pole Diameter:8.7mm 

Material & Construction

• Rainfly: Proprietary fabric technology; recycled 15D nylon ripstop with 1500mm (PFAS-free) waterproof silicone and polyurethane coating
• Tent body: Proprietary fabric technology; breathable recycled 15D nylon ripstop, and polyester mesh
• Floor: Proprietary fabric technology; recycled 15D nylon ripstop with 1500mm (PFAS-free) waterproof silicone and polyurethane coating
• Footprint: 30D recycled nylon ripstop with 1500mm (PFAS-free) waterproof silicone and polyurethane coating
  All seams taped with waterproof, solvent-free polyurethane tape (No PVC or VOC’s)
• Poles & Buckles
  DAC Featherlite NFL pole system
  Ultralight plastic clips attach tent body to pole frame
  Hub pole design
  TipLok™ Tent Buckle
• Stakes & Storage
  2 side pockets, 1 oversized 3-D bin pocket,
  1 ceiling pocket
  9 x 6” Big Agnes Dirt Dagger™ UL stakes
  Gear loft loops

Help & advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Ultralight Tents
• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Tent
• When pegs go bad – Everything you need to know about tent pegs
• Are Tent Footprints Worth It?
• Big Agnes Tent Guide
• Bikepacking Advice Page
• About Big Agnes
• Solution-Dyed Fabrics