Big Agnes Sugarloaf Shelter

The Big Agnes giant Sugarloaf Shelter tent is every car camping group’s dream, from families to frat parties. Our e-bike group fell somewhere in between the two, with outdoor and bicycle industry persona, and a few journalists thrown in for good measure, out in the high desert of Colorado. For a mere $400 you’ve got a Big Agnes-quality E-Z UP-esque shelter in the fly alone, plus a ground tarp footprint that is great for itchy grass or rocky ground, and optional tent body with bug-net and nylon walls, which can also be used by itself to keep bugs at bay     

We agree with BA – it’s perfect for pitching over picnic tables with two zippered entrances that can be tied back. The walls and roof of a typical tent mesh work well in any environment from which you are seeking shelter from bugs, rain or sun. It works for a camp kitchen, group gear and changing tent for 24-hour races, or simple family outdoorsing.