Replacing The Shock Cord in My Big Agnes Tent Instead of Buying a New Backpacking Tent

I bought my backpacking tent second hand. The only issue, the shock cord was a little stretched out, but the price was right. If your tent pole shock cord snaps or gets over stretched, it can feel like your whole setup is done for… but it’s actually one of the easiest and cheapest fixes. In this video, I’m repairing my Big Agnes Slater SL2+ using a simple shock cord repair kit that cost under $10. Instead of replacing the entire tent, I walk through: how to remove the old cord how to thread new shock cord through the poles and how long the whole process actually takes This is a super beginner-friendly backpacking gear repair and a great way to save money and extend the life of your tent. I am by no means a pro, just a girl wanting to spend more time outside and be her feral wild self. If you’ve ever had a tent pole go slack or snap, this is your sign to fix it instead of replacing it. 📖 Video Chapter ------------------------------------------ 00:00 Intro 00:10 Let's Make Backpacking Accessible 00:47 The Damaged Shock Cord 01:02 Replacing the Cord 10:44 The Hack You Didn't Know About 12:26 How Much Cord + Total Cost 12:46 Outro