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The ready-to-pitch design of the Blacktail 2 tent features pre-cut guylines and tensioners for quick set-up. Two fly vents offer increased airflow to keep you cool and comfortable, while the smooth-closing dual-zipper door allows easy access in and out of the tent. The Blacktail 2 also features plenty of room for gear storage, including four interior mesh pockets, two media pockets, and multiple interior loops for attaching gear lofts. With its lightweight yet durable design, the Big Agnes Blacktail 2 Tent is an excellent choice for backpackers looking for a tried and true backcountry shelter.<br />\n<br />\n<strong>Construction & Materials:</strong>\n<ul>\n\t<li>Fly & Floor Material: Polyester</li>\n\t<li>Plastic clips attach tent body to pole frame</li>\n\t<li>Lightweight aluminum pole system with prebends</li>\n\t<li>All seams taped with waterproof polyurethane tape</li>\n\t<li>Tent Body: polyester breathable and polyester mesh</li>\n\t<li>Fly & Floor Coating: 1500mm waterproof polyurethane coating</li>\n</ul>\n\nFeatures:\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Quick Stash door keeper on tent body door makes stowing unzipped door quick and easy\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>To extend the life of your tent floor and enable fast fly compatibility, we recommend using a Big Agnes footprint - sold separately\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Pre-cut reflective guylines and reflective webbing shine in the light of a headlamp, helping prevent tripping\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Two ceiling pockets and two large side pockets provide ample storage space\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Increased airflow with Low Vent capability on the vestibule doors and two high vents on fly, combined with double sliders on the vestibule zippers for venting from the top or bottom\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>TipLok™ Tent Buckle provides secure pole-tip capture, rainfly attachment, tensioner, and stake-out loop\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Two large doors for easy egress, and two vestibules with storm flaps on vestibule zippers\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Durable recycled fabric stands up to abuse, for years of backcountry action\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Symmetrical pole structure with pre-bent poles for easy setup and increased head space\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Smooth closing dual-zipper doors allow for easy entry and quick reach-through access using only one zipper\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>4 interior mesh pockets, 2 media pockets, & 8 lightweight aluminum hook stakes\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Symmetrical pole structure with pre-bent poles for increased headspace\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Media pockets for clean earbud-cord routing from phones or other devices\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Quick Stash door keeper for stowing unzipped door\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Reflective guy lines and webbing on tent corners\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Ready to pitch design with pre-cut guylines and tensioners attached to fly\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Multiple interior loops for attaching gear lofts, accessories and mtnGLO® Tent & Camp Lights\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Features two doors and two vestibules\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Storm flaps on vestibule zipper\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Smooth-closing dual-zipper door with a discrete seam design\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Two fly vents for increased airflow and reduced condensation\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Multiple interior loops for attaching gear lofts and accessories\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\nSpecifications:\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Fast Fly / Shelter Mode Weight: 4lb 11oz\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Floor Area: 90" x 52" | 33ft²\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Packed Size: 21" x 7"\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Total Weight: 5lb 8oz\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Trail Weight: 5lb\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Head Height: 42"\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Vestibule Area: 9ft² + 9ft²\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Vestibule Area: 9 sq. ft / 9 sq. ft\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Packed Weight: 4 lbs. 15 oz.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Fast Fly Weight: 3 lbs. 6 oz.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Trail Weight: 4 lbs. 8 oz.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Number of Seasons: 3\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Footprint Weight: 8 oz.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Packed Size: 21" x 7"\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Floor Area: 33 sq. ft.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Number of Doors: 2\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Head Height: 42 in.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n"