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Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint

Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict

Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent

Big Agnes

Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent

★ 7.9 Backpacking
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 2.12 lbs Est. Price $1,039

Best for: Expert ultralight three-season solo backpacking.

REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint

REI Co-op

REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint

★ 7.8 Backpacking
Sleeps 1 Seasons 3-season Weight 5.25 lbs Est. Price $179

Best for: Perfect for beginner solo backpackers.

Our Take

Both are backpacking tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.

The REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint adds a included footprint — a meaningful structural difference.

The Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent and the REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 7.9 overall.

The biggest gap is intangibles, where the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent holds a clear advantage.

The REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint also has a price edge — $859 less at $179 versus $1038.

Your best pick will come down to personal priorities, so check the full specs comparison below.

Score Comparison

Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent
REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint
Overall Score
7.9
7.8
Space & Comfort
7.5
8.5
Quality & Durability
8.0
7.5
Weather Resistance
7.0
7.0
Value for Money
7.0
8.0
Ease of Use
8.0
9.0
Intangibles
8.5
5.0

Pros & Cons

Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent

  • Incredible 18 ounce trail weight
  • Simple single pole carbon architecture
  • High volume waterproof Dyneema fabric
  • Limited headroom for taller hikers
  • Single door makes entry awkward

REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint

  • Simple X-pole setup is easy
  • Included footprint extends tent life
  • Large vestibule stores gear well
  • Heavy five-pound trail weight
  • Impossible to achieve taut pitch

Full Specs

SpecBig Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 TentREI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint
Tent Type Backpacking, Dome, Ultralight Backpacking, Dome
Capacity 1 person 1 person
Seasons 3 Season 3 Season
Est. Price $1,039 $179
Weight 2.12 Lbs 5.25 Lbs
Min Trail Weight 1 Lb 2 Oz
Floor Area 28.0 ft² 22.0 ft²
Vestibule Area 8 Sq Ft 9.5 Sq Ft
Peak Height 40 40
Doors 1 1
Floor Dimensions 86 X 52/42 In 88 X 36 In
Pole Material Carbon Fiber Aluminum
Floor Fabric Dyneema Composite Fabric 75 Denier Polyester Ripstop
Rainfly Fabric Proprietary HyperBead Fabric Technology; Recycled 15 Denier Ripstop Nylon With 1,500 Mm Waterproof Coating Without Intentionally Added PFAS 75 Denier Polyester With Polyurethane Coating
Packed Size 5 X 18.5 In
Setup Time 5 10 Min 10 Mins
Warranty Lifetime Limited
Made In Imported Imported

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Big Agnes

Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent

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REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint

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