Hunting Washington Forum
Big Game Hunting => Backcountry Hunting => Topic started by: Rider on March 09, 2015, 09:00:04 PM
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I was in REI this weekend looking at lightweight backpacking tents. Narrowed it down to the Fly Creek UL2 and the Copper Spur. Had a Fly Creek last year and ended up having to sell it for an emergency. Fantastic ultra-lightweight tent at less than 2 pounds. Found a Fly Creek on craigslist for $200. Seller wouldn't come down any farther. Still $100 off... BUT
The salesman at REI said they would be having a 20% off sale for members along with dividend checks in 2 weeks. So I did the math.....
Fly Creek: $350 (list) - $70 (20%) - $50 (dividend) == $230 new
Copper Spur: $400 (list) - $80 (20%) - $50 (dividend) == $270 new
20% members sale at REI.....
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I want a Big Agnes UL1, been picking away at section hiking the Pacific crest trail and have almost completed Washington, trying to get my base weight down to 25 pounds, might have to make a trip to the big city
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The Flycreek is a lightweight tent, but will collapse in heavy wind. Consider that before learning the hard way. If its generally not windy where you hunt, or mostly protected, its a solid option.
I would look at the Super Scout UL2 and leave all the poles at home.
