Big Agnes Tiger Wall Platinum Backpacking Tent — the lighter-than-ultralight, 3-season, semi-freestanding double door tent built for real backpacking. Fast-and-light hikers who count every ounce can buy this trail-ready shelter online today for just $99.60, slashed from $552.60. Apply coupon SAVE15 at checkout for an extra 15% off, and orders over $45.00 ship free.
Is the Tiger Wall Platinum Durable Enough for Real Backpacking?
Yes. The redesigned Tiger Wall Platinum uses proprietary HyperBead fabric on the rainfly and floor — 6% lighter, 25% more waterproof, and 100% stronger than traditional tent fabrics, with no added water repellent chemicals. The tent body combines breathable nylon ripstop with polyester mesh, and DAC poles deliver a strong, stable, lightweight structure. This is an award-winning Platinum-series Crazylight shelter engineered for demanding backcountry use, not justgear-s selfies.
Weather Rating and Rain Performance
Rated for 3-season use, the Tiger Wall Platinum's HyperBead rainfly and floor deliver 25% better waterproofing than traditional coatings. Dry-entry doors with storm flaps on exterior zippers keep the interior dry as you enter and exit, while low vestibule vents maintain airflow without sacrificing weather coverage.
Specifications
- Brand: Big Agnes
- Series: Tiger Wall Platinum (Crazylight Platinum line)
- Product Type: Semi-freestanding backpacking tent
- Capacity / Doors: Double door, double vestibule
- Season Rating: 3-season
- Trail Weight: 1 lb. 15 oz.
- Packed Size: 18" x 5"
- Fly & Floor Fabric: HyperBead technology
- Body: Breathable nylon ripstop with polyester mesh
- Poles: DAC single-pole architecture
- Stakes Included: 8 x 6" Dirt Dagger UL stakes
- Color-Coded Setup: Webbing, buckles, pre-attached guy lines and tensioners
How to Set Up the Tiger Wall Platinum
Setup is fast: the single-pole DAC architecture makes pitching and takedown a breeze. All Big Agnes tents come ready to pitch with pre-cut guy lines and tensioners attached to the fly. Color-coded webbing and buckles guide you through an intuitive pitch, and Velcro tabs connect the fly to the pole structure for a perfect, stable pitch.
Tiger Wall Platinum vs Copper Spur UL
Comparing the Tiger Wall Platinum vs the Copper Spur UL: the Platinum is the lighter, race-oriented option with HyperBead fabric, while the Copper Spur UL offers more frills at a higher weight. Choose the Tiger Wall Platinum when weight savings and double-door comfort at minimal ounces are your priority. For thru-hikers and alpine starters, it's one of the lightest freestanding-class shelters on the market — and at $99.60, it's also the affordable alternative to full-price ultralight tents.
Features, Storage, and Compatibility
Interior Function
- Oversized ceiling pocket plus two interior mesh pockets for storage
- Media pockets above the sleeping area for clean earbud-cord routing
- Double sliders on vestibule zippers for top- or bottom venting
- Structured foot-end corners create more usable foot space
- Reflective guy lines and webbing for night visibility
Compatible Accessories
Pairs with standard trekking pole pitches, standard footprint sizing, and the included Dirt Dagger UL stakes for typical backcountry terrain.
Price Value and Deal Value
At $99.60 — a $453.00 discount off the $552.60 compare-at price — this sale is the deal of the season on ultralight shelters. Stack coupon SAVE15 for another 15% off, and enjoy free shipping on orders over $45.00. This promotion makes premium Big Agnes quality affordable for budget-conscious backpackers. Order online now while sale stock lasts.
