REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent
Head-to-head comparison: specs, scores and expert verdict
REI Co-op
REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint
Best for: Perfect for beginner solo backpackers.
Big Agnes
Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent
Best for: Expert ultralight three-season solo backpacking.
Our Take
Both are backpacking tents, so this is a direct apples-to-apples comparison.
It also adds a included footprint — a meaningful structural difference.
The REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint and the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent are remarkably well-matched, both scoring 7.8 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
Pros & Cons
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
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
Full Specs
| Spec | REI Co-op Trailmade 1 Tent with Footprint | Big Agnes Fly Creek HV Carbon 2 Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Tent Type | Backpacking, Dome | Backpacking, Dome, Ultralight |
| Capacity | 1 person | 1 person |
| Seasons | 3 Season | 3 Season |
| Est. Price | $179 | $1,039 |
| Weight | 5.25 Lbs | 2.12 Lbs |
| Min Trail Weight | — | 1 Lb 2 Oz |
| Floor Area | 22.0 ft² | 28.0 ft² |
| Vestibule Area | 9.5 Sq Ft | 8 Sq Ft |
| Peak Height | 40 | 40 |
| Doors | 1 | 1 |
| Floor Dimensions | 88 X 36 In | 86 X 52/42 In |
| Pole Material | Aluminum | Carbon Fiber |
| Floor Fabric | 75 Denier Polyester Ripstop | Dyneema Composite Fabric |
| Rainfly Fabric | 75 Denier Polyester With Polyurethane Coating | Proprietary HyperBead Fabric Technology; Recycled 15 Denier Ripstop Nylon With 1,500 Mm Waterproof Coating Without Intentionally Added PFAS |
| Packed Size | — | 5 X 18.5 In |
| Setup Time | 10 Mins | 5 10 Min |
| Warranty | Limited | Lifetime |
| Made In | Imported | Imported |
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