Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL3 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 UL3 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.

1229g (ex pegs/bags, it’s impressively light for a freestanding design. There’s enough space for three, especially with near-vertical sidewalls that improve headroom. However, as with all three-person tents, I would always use this tent for just two on any multi-night trip, except for the occasional night away. 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 UL3 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: 457g
• Flysheet weighs: 426g
• Poleset weighs: 346g
• Total weight: 1229g (excludes pegs and bags)
• 9 x pegs supplied weigh: 83g 

Big Agnes Specs:

• Trail weight (excludes pegs): 1190g
• Packed weight: 1330g
• Fast fly weight: 936g
• Packed size: 14 x 48cm
• Floor size: 3.5m²
• Floor length: 223cm
• Floor width: 168 – 152cmcm
• Head height: 107cm
• Foot height: 61cm
• 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:

• Big Agnes Tent Guide
• Bikepacking Advice Page
• 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?
• About Big Agnes
• Solution-Dyed Fabrics