Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2.
2 lb 8 oz semi-freestanding tent that brings the Big Agnes warranty and accessory ecosystem to a sub-3-pound UL shelter.
The Verdict.
Gavler Meta-Score
“The Big Agnes ecosystem in a 2 lb 8 oz tent. Right call for buyers who specifically value warranty support, REI distribution, and a less-aggressive UL learning curve.”
The Gavler Verdict
Where to Buy.
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Price History
Steady at $450 for the entire 90-day tracking window — no increases, no discounts, across 61 tracked days.
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Precision Engineering
Big Agnes Ecosystem
Warranty, replacement parts, and accessory compatibility (mtnGLO lighting, footprints, gear lofts) backed by REI distribution.
2 lb 8 oz Packaged
Among the lightest semi-freestanding 2P tents in the mainstream-brand price band.
Sub-2-Minute Pitch
DAC pole hub system pitches in under two minutes — fastest setup in the UL category.
Technical Specifications
The Scoreboard
Strong Big Agnes ecosystem support drags this slightly above its on-paper specs. Owners cite the brand experience as the reason for the score.
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Global Critique
“The Tiger Wall is what you buy when you don't want to learn cottage UL and you want a Big Agnes warranty.”
“Strong tent, slightly outclassed on paper but better-supported than the cottage alternatives.”
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