C Bar 2 Tent

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The C Bart tent is perfect for people who want to upgrade their camping setup and don’t want to break the bank. It is a strong and robust tent, made from slightly heavier material, that you can trust will shelter you in bad weather.

Big Agnes says: 

Get into the backcountry with a lightweight shelter option designed to provide plenty of room without extra bulk.

Streamlined architecture, with a single head entry door, combined with ample gear storage in the attached vestibule and interior mesh pockets means you don’t have to sacrifice efficiency for comfort and convenience. A waterproof fly and floor made from durable recycled fabric will keep you dry when the skies turn grey.

Looking for a high quality, technical tent without breaking the bank? You’re looking for a C Bar.

Our Verdict

I don’t often use the term “entry-level” in a positive way, but the C Bar 2 earns it. This is a genuinely well-built tent at a very reasonable price, with premium components in a streamlined, beginner-friendly package. This is a solid place to begin if you’re looking to start wild camping or backpacking without committing to a high-end ultralight setup.

At just over 1.8kg (excluding pegs and bags), it’s not a featherweight, but durable recycled materials, a stable DAC pole structure, and proper weatherproofing justify the weight. Set-up is foolproof thanks to colour-coded webbing and a simple hubbed pole design, and the new TipLok buckle makes pegging out the corners smoother.

One large door leads into a modest vestibule—enough space for your pack and boots, and perhaps a brew-up if the weather turns. Two side pockets and an oversized ceiling pocket help keep your gear organised. It’s manageable for two, though narrow mats are a must. Personally, I find it far more comfortable to use solo.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Single door and vestibule featuring storm flaps on vestibule zipper
• Simple head-entry design
• Single poleset with DAC Angle Hubs and attached cross pole
• Proprietary TipLok™ Tent Buckle streamlines tent set up by combining three functions: secure poletip capture, rainfly attachment and tensioner, and stake-out loop
• Dual-zipper doors with easy-grip zipper pulls. Use only one zipper for quick, reach-through access.
• Quick Stash door keeper on tent body makes stowing unzipped door quick and easy
• Interior storange includes two side pockets and an oversized ceiling pocket
• Multiple interior loops for attaching gear lofts, accessories, and mtnGLO® Tent & Camp Lights
• Hook & loop tabs connect fly to pole structure at guyout points providing perfect pitch and extra stability
• Ready to pitch; with pre-cut guylines and tensioners attached to fly
• Reflective guy lines and webbing on tent corners
• Color-coded webbing and buckles make set up easy

Specifications

UOG Spec

• Flysheet weighs: 690g
• Inner weighs: 690g
• Poles weigh: 459g
• Total weight: 1810g (excludes pegs & bags)
• Pegs x 8 weigh: 113g

Big Agnes Specs:

• Packed weight: 1.87kg
• Packed size: 15 x 48cm
• Floor size: 2.6m²
• Floor length: 219cm
• Floor width: 132 – 107cm
• Head height: 104cm
• Foot height: 58cm
• Vestibule area: 0.7m²

Material & Construction

Fabric

• Rainfly: Recycled 75D polyester taffeta with 1500mm waterproof polyurethane coating and PFAS free water-repellent finish
• Tent body: Recycled breathable 75D polyester taffeta and polyester mesh
• Floor: Recycled 75D polyester taffeta with 1500mm waterproof polyurethane coating and PFAS-free water-repellent finish
• Footprint: Recycled 75D polyester taffeta with 1500mm waterproof polyurethane coating and PFAS free water-repellent finish
• All seams taped with waterproof, solvent-free polyurethane tape (No PVC or VOC’s)

Poles

• DAC Pressfit pole system with lightweight hubs
• Ultralight plastic clips attach tent body to pole frame
• Hub pole design

Stakes & Storage

• 2 side pockets, 1 ceiling pocket
• 8 Big Agnes Dirt Dagger™ UL stakes
• Gear loft loops

Help & advice:

• 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?
• Big Agnes Tent Guide
• About Big Agnes