Big Agnes

Big Agnes is a Colorado-based outdoor brand that has become a real force in the world of ultralight adventure gear. Founded in the late 1990s in the town of Steamboat Springs — right in the heart of the Rocky Mountains — Big Agnes quickly made a name for itself by creating tents, sleeping bags and mats that deliver serious weight savings without sacrificing comfort, durability or usability. Their products reflect the best of modern American outdoor design: bold, functional and always pushing to make outdoor travel faster, lighter and more enjoyable.

Big Agnes gear has long been a favourite of the thru-hiking and bikepacking communities, thanks to its focus on lightweight performance and packability. Yet despite being designed with vast American wildernesses in mind, we’ve consistently found that Big Agnes shelters and sleep systems perform surprisingly well in classic British conditions too. Their tents often pack in smart, functional features — like excellent ventilation systems and clever pole designs — that help them hold up against the damp, windy and changeable weather you find across the UK’s mountains and moorlands.

The brand is also known for its willingness to innovate. Big Agnes was one of the first companies to re-think traditional sleeping bag construction with their integrated pad sleeve system, and they continue to experiment with new fabrics and tent configurations that challenge the norms of traditional camping gear. That spirit of restless innovation makes Big Agnes an exciting brand to watch — and to take into the hills.

If you’re looking for the best Big Agnes gear for fast-moving adventures, our Big Agnes gear reviews dive into how their tents, sleeping bags and mats stand up to real British use. Whether you’re racing a long-distance trail or just want a lighter, smarter setup for weekend wild camping, we’ve tested their kit properly where it matters.