The Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5, a green and black ultralight backpacking tent, features a mesh upper, rainfly, and open-front triangular design supported by trekking poles. It's displayed on a white background.

The Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 is a dark gray, single-pole, pyramid-shaped ultralight tent with green-trimmed seams that stands out against a plain white background.

The Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 is a green and gray ultralight A-frame tent for two, with mesh sides, a rainfly, and two poles—partially open to reveal the interior—ideal for outdoor camping adventures.

The Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 is a green and gray dome-shaped tent with mesh sides and a partially open door, featuring visible support poles, offering ultralight, reliable shelter for your camping trips.

The Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 is a green and black ultralight tent with a mesh upper, shown on a white background. It features a central trekking pole, symmetrical design, and a partially unzipped door revealing the interior.

A green, rolled-up Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 ultralight shelter sits next to a blue Nalgene water bottle decorated with outdoor-themed stickers.

Close-up of the inside corner of the Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 tent, showing intersecting seams and mesh netting. The green geometric fabric highlights this ultralight shelter’s innovative design.

A sleeping bag and gray backpack are inside a light green Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 tent. Its mesh roof and sides are visible, with a sleeping pad beneath the bag—making this ultralight tent perfect for outdoor adventures.

A cozy black sleeping bag lies inside a green Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 tent, with a gray backpack and gear by the back wall. Soft light filters through the mesh ceiling and walls of this ultralight shelter.

A close-up of a hand tying a green string to the end of the black and gray String Ridge VST 1.5 by Big Agnes, highlighting its detailed fabric and handle—ideal for assembling ultralight shelters or VST tents on your outdoor trips.

The Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5, a lightweight gray and green backpacking tent with an open entrance and trekking pole support, is shown on a white background—an ultralight, ideal shelter for your next outdoor adventure.

The Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 is a dark gray, modern tent with angular sides and green trim, shown on a white background. This ultralight shelter boasts a tall central peak, spacious interior, and sturdy design.

Close-up of a String Ridge VST 1.5 tent corner by Big Agnes, showing a black pole secured with green guy lines on reinforced, grid-patterned green and gray fabric—highlighting this ultralight shelter’s durability and detailed design.

Close-up of the corner of the Big Agnes String Ridge VST 1.5 tent, an ultralight shelter featuring mesh upper panels, solid green lower fabric, and precise stitching that showcases its quality construction.

Trekking poles, water bottle sold separately

String Ridge VST 1.5

Name: String Ridge VST 1.5
Brand: Big Agnes
SKU: TSRVST1526
Price: 549.95 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

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.

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Features Specs Materials Reviews Care

Tent and Footprint Cleaning and Care Instructions:

Storage:
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. We recommend Gear Aid Zipper Cleaner and Lubricant.

Repairs and Warranty:

All Big Agnes tents are guaranteed against manufacturing or material defect. We 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.

Questions? Call us or open a support case:
877.554.8975 | bigagnes.com/blogs/support

All Big Agnes products include a Limited Warranty against manufacturing or material defect.

For additional product questions, please contact our support team.

What's In A Name?

Velocity (V) = Distance (S) / Time (T). VST tents are designed to help you reach your maximum velocity on the trail.

String Ridge is an area northeast of the town of Hahns Peak, specifically where J.W. Farwell of the Purdy Mining Company spent several seasons starting in 1875 mining, sifting, and sluicing for gold.