Big Agnes | String Ridge VST 2.5 Tent

Big Agnes | String Ridge VST 2.5 tent three season, trekking pole supported, premium ultralight tent Set your FKT with VST. Our VST tents are inspired by you, combining innovative materials with user-first design to create the ideal ultralight shelter. Engineered to provide maximum usable space for you and your gear, these tents are ultralight, durable, and reliable. HyperBead® fabric with Hybrid Single/Double Wall construction and an integrated ventilation system promotes airflow while reducing condensation. Cut weight - without cutting corners - with the VST series. The String Ridge VST gives you the best of both worlds: weight stats you can only get with a trekking pole shelter, combined with a stable, reliable design. Extra 0.5 sizing creates dedicated protected space for your gear, or a four legged friend. Innovative, externally supported asymmetrical architecture makes for a spacious shelter with plenty of room to lay out your gear and get ready for the next day's adventure. Big Agnes footprint - sold separately Requires 3 telescoping trekking poles with a minimum of 100-120cm range for complete setup - Not included Specs Trail Weight 1lb 14oz Packed Weight 2lb 2oz Packed Size 14.75" x 4.75" Floor Area 35ft² Head Height 47" Vestibule Area 9ft² + 9ft² Footprint Weight 4.05oz Number of Doors 2 Features Featuring proprietary HyperBead® fabric technology: The ideal balance of strength, durability, and weight. Optimized for those who don’t want to compromise on protection and weight. Hybrid Single/Double Wall design with integrated ventilation design drastically reduces condensation without requiring additional setup Extra 0.5 sizing provides bonus room inside the tent for a backpack and/or furry friend Recycled, solution-dyed polyester fabric provides increased dimensional stability compared to a traditional nylon tent fabric, making it especially ideal for semi-freestanding tents Trekking pole architecture with exterior support optimizes interior space and makes for easier setup Requires 3 telescoping trekking pole that extend to 120cm and collapse to ~65cm for complete setup ErgoZip ergonomically designed fly zippers slide easily from any position YKK DynaPel™ fly zippers slide more easily and are more durable than traditional water-repellant zippers, keeping you dry using sustainable materials and no intentionally added PFAS Comfort-first floorplan fits two 25" wide pads To extend the life of your tent floor we recommend using a Big Agnes footprint - sold separately Materials Rainfly: Proprietary HyperBead® fabric; 20D recycled solution-dyed polyester with 20D high tenacity ripstop fabric, 4000mm waterproof rating without intentionally added PFAS Floor: Proprietary HyperBead® fabric technology; recycled 15D nylon ripstop with 1500mm waterproof rating without intentionally added PFAS Body Mesh: Polyester mesh 6” Dirt Dagger™ UL Stakes included: 9 Care Always make sure your tent is dry and free of debris before storing. Fold and roll your tent a different way each time to avoid permanent creases. Store in a cool, dry place. Never leave your tent in hot temperatures (such as a car trunk or attic space) for long periods of time, as it will damage the material coatings. Storing your tent damp can result in mildew growth, which may cause your tent to smell, leak, or delaminate. Mildew damage is not covered under warranty. Cleaning: For light cleaning, sponge the product with warm water (not hot). For more thorough cleaning you will need: -Wash basin (or bath tub)-Warm water (not hot) -Waterproof Gear Cleaner (we recommend products like Nikwax Tech Wash) -Sponge 1. Submerge your gear in warm, clean water. Gently agitate with hands. Empty dirty water. Repeat until most of the excess dirt/grime is removed and water is mostly clear. 2. Apply waterproof gear specific wash and gently work into fabric with sponge. 3. Rinse gear thoroughly. 4. Hang it up to dry. 5. Triple check that your gear is completely dry before storage or use. *Do not dry clean or machine-wash. Detergents and dry cleaning solvents will damage the fabric and ruin waterproofing. *Never use hot water, bleach, liquid detergents, or dishwashing liquids. *Allow to dry COMPLETELY before storage or use. *Avoid prolonged direct sunlight as UV exposure can compromise waterproofing. Seam Sealing: Big Agnes tents are seam sealed as part of our manufacturing process! This seam tape alone is durable enough to prevent water leakage. Any seams that have been taped do not need to be seam sealed with a liquid sealer unless you want extra protection. Make sure the seam-sealer is completely dry before re-packing your tent. Damage caused by misapplication may void warranty. Zippers: Keeping your zippers clean will help keep the coils and sliders from wearing out. If filled with dirt, vacuum or brush zippers before storing tent. Big Agnes recommends Gear Aid Zipper Cleaner and Lubricant. Repairs and Warranty: All Big Agnes tents are guaranteed against manufacturing or material defect. They do not warranty products damaged from normal wear and tear, alteration made by owner, misuse, accidents or damages caused by uses other than intended. Damage due to misuse, normal wear and tear, or improper care may be repaired, at the discretion of Big Agnes, at a reasonable charge. Tents returned for repair must be clean and free of debris.  More warranty info here Questions? Call Big Agnes or open a support case: 877.554.8975 | bigagnes.com/blogs/support Product of Korea Sewn in China