The Big Agnes C Bar 3 is a three-season, freestanding backpacking tent designed to maximize technical performance while minimizing weight. It offers an excellent balance of functionality and affordability, avoiding the steep premium price of ultralight nylon models.

Design Highlights

Unlike the rectangular, dual-door Blacktail series, the C Bar features:

• A streamlined, tapered geometry.
• A single-door configuration, shedding critical ounces for backcountry travelers.

Key Specifications

• Floor Area: 39 sq ft (3.6 m²) with a tapered layout measuring 66" wide at the head and narrowing to 60" at the feet.
• Peak Height: 44 inches (112 cm) of interior headroom.
• Weight:
  • Trail weight: 4 lbs 7 oz (2.01 kg).
  • Packed weight: 4 lbs 14 oz (2.21 kg), approximately 1.3 lbs (0.6 kg) lighter than the Blacktail 3.
• Packed Size: Compact dimensions of 21" x 6.5" (53 x 16.5 cm).
• Materials: Fly and floor are made from recycled, heavy-duty 75-denier polyester taffeta with a 1,500mm waterproof polyurethane coating.

Core Features

• Single Front-Entry Layout:
  • Features a single front door and an 11 sq ft (1.0 m²) vertical-zipper vestibule for exterior gear storage.
• DAC Angle Hub Architecture:
  • Utilizes a DAC Pressfit single-hubbed pole system with an attached cross pole on top.
  • This design arches the walls outward, expanding shoulder room and head volume.
• TipLok™ Tent Buckles:
  • Proprietary corner buckles that secure the pole tip, anchor the rainfly, and act as stake-out tensioners simultaneously.
• Smart Storage Layout:
  • Includes an oversized ceiling pocket, three deep lower mesh pockets, and built-in loops for accessory gear lofts or mtnGLO® camp lighting.
• Fast Fly Option:
  • Enables minimalist hikers to pitch just the rainfly, pole system, and an optional footprint (sold separately) for a 3 lb 4 oz shelter mode.

This lightweight, feature-packed tent is an excellent choice for backcountry adventurers seeking reliable shelter without extra bulk.