Durston Gear X-Mid 1p versus X-Mid 1 Pro; Which is Best?
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- Which is the best between the Silpoly X-Mid 1 and the DCF X-Mid Pro? I'll walk you through all the similarities and differences, pros and cons of both versions to help you make an informed choice on which is the right ultralight backpacking shelter for you. (For reference, I'm 6' even and am using a 4" thick sleeping pad in the video).
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Dan is the Mr. Rogers of UL Backpacking. Easy to listen to and teaches us the lesson very effectively
How much do I love being compared to Fred Rogers? Tons!! Thanks so much :-)
I've seen a lot of hiking gear review videos, this is the most detailed reviews on these tents. Thank you for making it.
Thanks so much. I'm glad it was useful!
I’ve been considering buying these tents for a few weeks now and have seen every video on this tent on TH-cam. This is by far the most informative one. Thank you for posting. I am subbed.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks!
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide such a helpful review and overview. 🙂
You are so welcome!
Fantastic breakdown. Many great points to consider. I was leaning towards the x-mid 2 and am now certain it is the right choice.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you very much! I just ordered the x-mid 1 last week. The dyneema tent was just too pricey for my intermittent use. This was a great comparison and confirmed my choice.
Glad it was helpful!
As a Montanan as well I’m veery excited to learn about this light rugged design. For the weight I think I’d go for the 2 person shelter for that extra room. Thank you for dialing us into this awesome looking piece of gear.
You're very welcome; glad it was useful!!
Thanks for this comprehensive and helpful review.
You're very welcome. Thanks for watching!
I’ve been flip flopping between these x-mids for quite a while. I just ordered the XMid2 v2 yesterday and it came down to a few factors. #1 space, I’m 6’4 so went with the 2p, was close to getting the 1p tent but after lots of videos, even if it’s a bit much, I decided I needed the extra room, especially with a 25x78 Big Agnus and an x-tall/wide EE quilt. #2 the double wall. I live in humid ass Houston and was worried about condensation on the pro, being tall I’d definitely bump that wall. I also really like to can set up the XMid2 in stargazer mode or do without the mesh entirely, the solid seemed too enclosed for me. #3 Cost, it’s over twice as much for dropping around a pound, I’m not that serious about being ultralight. #4 Privacy, the pro looked almost see through, I think my pale naked body would glow for everyone to see inside that tent when changing 😂
LOL! I think you made the right choice!
Great comparison !! Really helped me make up my mind. Thank you !!!!
Glad it was helpful!
I just purchased a X-Mid 2P and I'm even more excited to receive it now! Thank you so much for the most thorough review of these two tents!!! I love how you compared every little detail for us detailed oriented folks.
Also, no other review mentions that you can pitch the 'standard' tent with the trekking pole tips down. I preferred it that way to so the handles have less wear & tear, yet all the pictures show it pitched with the tips up. Now I don't have to worry about that. (I'm sorry that yours got damaged by little buggers!! Don't they know better to bug off? lol)
Thanks so much, really appreciate the encouragement!! Hope you enjoy your tent for many years to come and happy trails!
Really insightful comparison, thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
I got the X-mid pro 2 to use as a one person tent. I need space for gear inside. I have spent 3 nights in it so far and really like it. I added loops to the roof of my tent. I use them to hang a clothes line and also a light.
This is probably the best choice, especially if weight is a greater factor than cost. Enjoy!
Your content is some of the best out there on the subject matter of camping and backpacking.
It’s a breath of fresh air to listen to somebody who speaks so clearly and articulately.
Something consider is the consumer appetite of the ultralight community. It’s unlikely that anybody purchasing an ultralight DCF tent, costing over 700 USD, will go more than one or two years worth of backpacking without replacing it for the next latest and greatest model to capture the hearts and minds of the Internet.
Admittedly, this includes myself.
I would sooner spend the money on DCF and replace the shelter when needed. Additionally, repairing pin holes in DCF is exceedingly simple compared to nylon.
Good point and thanks so much for the kind words! I know my gear addiction keeps me buying new stuff every year. ;-)
Thank you! Excellent comparison!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
This was a great detailed comparison. Thanks for the great insights!
My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for saying so!
Great comparison! Thanks a lot for this video.
Glad you liked it!
Thank you so much! Exactly the video I needed 😊
Glad it was helpful!
Had a CampTrails mountain tent with a thin layer of foam on the ceiling, did help prevent condensation, but absorbed moisture over time
Thanks for sharing that!
This is a very good review.
Thank you sir
Glad you liked it!
I just got the standard 2p and every time I use it, it rains. I am only 5’1” so it’s like a palace for me, which was helpful because I needed to set it up fast and get everything inside before the ticks got me and my gear. I went with the 2p because I wanted to be able to spend a significant amount of time in it, if the the weather got bad. So far, I’m really glad I got it and not the dcf version, as it sounds like my poly version is going to last longer. I adore this tent and don’t think I will use anything else moving forward
IMHO, the standard 2p is easily the most comfortable and versatile of all the X-Mid versions. Thanks!
Thank you. Brilliant video. It helped me make my choice
Very glad it was useful!
I appreciate the review. This just what I was looking for. Planning on doing the GR 11 in Spain next summer and my REI quarter dome (great for what it is) is really too much in terms of weight and size. I think I’ll go with the standard
Good plan and safe travels!! Thanks
This made up my mind. Will be getting the standard X-Mid. Will upgrade probably after 3 years, depending on the reviews of longevity of the xmid Pro
Hope you enjoy it!
Very informative, thanks! 👍😄 I have the 2 Solid, and love it. The color is a litte darker and it has 2 side pockets...
Sounds like a good middle ground. Thanks!
The regular 2p has both side and ridge line pockets :)
It also has loops to hang things like mini pump lights.
Okay. This detailed comparison has finally given me the information I need to make my decision. Thank you!
I'll be ordering the xmid 1 pro.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks! I thoroughly enjoyed your review but I got the pro version with the silk floor not the DCF floor. But I do have a DCF ground cloth. My primary reason is I primarily hike the Appalachian trail or surrounding trails and it seems like it's always raining and I love the water resistance of the DCF material.
Thanks for the info! It's smart to adapt the gear to your own specific conditions, so well done. Happy hiking!
I have the XMID 2P (Standard) and am very pleased with it. I have owned it for nearly two years. It has been on the AT and many other trails in the country within our National Parks. It has held up in heavy rain and wind and condensation has never been a problem. (I am 6'2" @ 220lbs and have plenty of space)
The XMID Pro looks like a great tent, but I cannot justify buying one when my XMID 2P is working for me; plus the price point of the XMID Pro makes it an equally unjustifiable purchase. I have dialed in using my XMID 2P to match my use case. I would purchase another one if I had a need to get another tent.
Whenever I use it, it turns heads. I get lots of compliments.
Excellent review. 🙏
Thanks for watching and sharing your experiences! I take my standard 2p more often than I should because it is so comfortable.
Do you use a ground sheet?
@@brumby8491 Not sure if you were asking me, but my answer is no, I don't.
Another informative gear review.
Thanks John!
Very detailed and informative. Would love to get a similar type of comparison between the X-Mid 2p and 2p pro. I am torn between the two as I can see both being great solutions
There will likely be a video with that comparison coming soon (thanks for the nudge!); however, the short version is that the only significant difference between comparing the 1p and the 2p tents would be doubling the width. Otherwise, the same considerations apply.
@@ShastaBubba I was wondering if that was the case as well. Good to know that the 1p and 2p are similar when it comes to the pro vs regular version. This helps a lot in my decision thanks! Still looking forward to your input in video format!
Wow, I didn't realize there was such a diff between the standard and Pro. I love my xmid 1p (I have both v1 and v2 of it). I really do think that when you use the 1p ya gotta think about it like the vestibules really being part of the main tent that just happen to have a bug net around the sleeping space. Once I thought about it like that it felt a little more roomy.
Agree, that concept makes all the difference!
I wish I saw this video before I bought my 1P, very informative. The main reason I went with the 1P was it's color 😂. I really like the olive green color, reminds me of the old canvas tents.
LOL, that's a fond connection to make! Thanks!
excellent analysis
Glad you liked it, thanks!
Great video. The perfect tent is the one that fits its user's needs and wants the best. For example the lighter the tent the easier it is to carry for my aging back. However the price of the Pro is to heavy for my budget. More space in the Pro, but I've had issues with condensation where I camp so for me a two wall is my choice.
Thanks for sharing you thoughts on this topic!
thanks for sharing.
the weight savings for me is what makes a difference....at 5 feet tall every ounce makes a huge difference. for inclimate weather the dbl walled...i have the xmid dbl wall.. with my other non durston ultra light tent i found there is no or little condensation that forms with both vestibules open...cant wait to order the xmid pro. would not use side pockets. would rather run a guy line inside and hang my stuff for easy access...2 zipper style is preferred for many reasons. would add a guy line outside connection about 18" between top and bottom to help extend tent around head.
Interesting ideas and tips. Thanks for sharing them!
I got the regular 1p because I can't see spending $700 on a DCF tent. there's not a lot of space inside the net, but it feels quite spacious under the fly, and as you point out you don't have to worry about brushing against it. the dual vestibules are not only spacious, but very efficiently oriented. all told, I feel less claustrophobic in the xmid 1p than any other 1p tent I've experienced.
Thanks for sharing your experience. This is my first 'true' 1p shelter (well, except for a brief encounter with the old Cirriform that was end entry and SUPER claustrophobic).
I agree with you with regards to the difference in durability of DCF v sil nylon or poly. I own a Tarptent Notch Li and have used it for 100 nights. I have been very careful to look after it due to cost. But, due to the DCF material breaking down in areas of stress, I have lost confidence and now own a Terra Nova Laser Compact 2. The weight loss to me is 600g but I feel more secure as it's a bomb proof design in wind and rain and much more long lasting with regards to use. I agree with you that the love affair with DCF may be coming to an end.
The Terra Nova laser certainly looks like a very stormworthy design! Unfortunatley, pretty expensive to buy in the US, not to mention a bit on the heavy side. Thanks!
I have a 1P standard and find it a bit tight for me. I’m 6’2” and about 225lbs and my quilt is always against the mesh. Have a 2P Pro and love the size. Bought the early version without pockets and miss having them (but not enough to spend another almost $700 to buy the newer version). I know there’s some Zpacks things you can buy to add pockets.
Great review. Very fair to the strengths and weaknesses of each tent.
I live in a Idaho and trying to figure where on the Snake River you were. Guessing more western side of the state.
Hey, thanks! We started at Pittsburg Landing and hiked south about 15 miles, then returned (you guessed right). Video coming real soon!
I went backpacking with heavy gear once and it was miserable now I'm definitely inline with the ultralight school of thought so for me the weight saving was worth it :)
Makes a huge difference, doesn't it? Thanks!
Thanks for this, Dan....
You're very welcome!
I have the XMid2 (v2) which I love, and the fact that it is double walled is enough of a reason to stop me from buying the pro. Also, the floor space is larger in the standard vs the pro, although that might be applicable in the 2P. Either way, between these points and the cost difference, I can’t see the point in purchasing the pro just for the weight savings. 🤷♀️
Sounds like we're on the same page. Thanks!
It is a pound lighter though :)
But I agree. I have a 2p silpoly and if I could only buy one, it would be the original.
@@millerhoo Yeah, it's hard to let go of that one fact!
I'm torn between the 1P and 2P mainly because I take my 55-pound Aussie/Border Collie mix with me. I'm 5'7" and a little on the larger side.
@Liz Woolfolk I would suggest you probably want the 2p in that case, unless your little buddy sleeps on top of you. 😉😴 It might work with the 1p if pup sleeps in the vestibule
What a thorough and sympathetic review! Thanks for sharing. As a European with many countries prohibiting stealth-camping, I would have wished for a wider color-palette. I don't get why the standard versions can't come with an option for an olive green or dark brown (like the lunar solo). This grey/ pine green doesn't look as though it blends in too much
Thanks for watching and commenting! I do think the Standard version blends fairly well due to being such a neutral color, but the Pro is so shiny, it's like putting up a neon sign.
@@ShastaBubba Well, then I'll take your word for it since I can only judge through the lense :P
I’m going to have to grab the regular x-mid. I have the solid but I want the stargazer feature. I love that. This X-mid 1P solid is small and lightweight as hell. DCF would be invisible but I don’t want to spend double when I don’t know how long I’ll use it.😊
Sound reasoning. Enjoy your new shelter!
Thank you for the nice review. X-mid Pro 1 is a full double-wall tents right?
Nope. The Pro 1 is a hybrid, meaning double wall on the sides, but single wall on the top and front walls to save weight. Only the Standard X-Mid is true double wall.
I look forward to warmer weather when i can sleep with the rain fly open. Unzipping it from the inside when i need to make my midnight ramble(s) is awkward at best. I have the v2 basic version.
It is a bit of a reach for sure. Not to mention getting my arm wet if there's condensation on the fly! Happy midnight rambles!
Sir I found ur breakdown (?) of the 2 tents 2 b a solid score 👍🏼👍🏼. But from the
Long trail serious thru hikers I know of will spent the money on the lightest tent possible .
3000 miles is a long haul !!
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Yes indeed. Thanks!
It really depends on budget and purpose for the shelter. I thru hike, walking >30miles/day for months. Hence, the weight savings of the Pro are well worth it. Would I recommend it to non thru hikers over the regular Xmid? Not really. If you're really into gear and it's a hobby then that's fine if money isn't an issue. But the weight difference really doesn't matter for most backcountry activities people engage in.
I consider them functionally equivalent by the way. Condensation is a non issue once you're used to the shelter dimensions (if they're large enough). As you said, double wall still gets wet. I like that DCF dries much faster. This is very important to me as I try to avoid stopping if possible (because this has a big influence on daily mileage). Also yes, DCF gets pinholes but they are so easily patched that it's not an issue. DCF shrinkage is the real concern but my Duplex doesn't suffer from it in a noticeable way after 2,200 miles and 7 years...
I got the Pro 1 because the Pro 2 is really large in foot print. I keep it around for trips with other people though. I also have a Hexamid Solo tent but it's too tight for use in a rainy environment. But great out west at 10oz. It's not as confident inspiring with winds. So the Pro 1 solved that and I will take it on the CDT when I do it.
I wish the Pro 1 used one of the vestibules for interior space but I can see why Dan didn't go down this route. Ultimately, the large vestibules keep rain and storms farther away from me and I can leave my gear there just fine.
Thanks for sharing your experiences and congrats on all the miles hiked! Good luck with the CDT; I've section-hiked a few bits in MT and so, have a tiny sense of how challenging is can be. Well worth it though!
@@ShastaBubba Thank you! MT sounds intense. Happy trails
Glad you're liking the tent. One thing we do with our DCF tents that few other companies do is that we pre-shrink the DCF. It's a special/secret process that pre-shrinks the material so shrinking during use is vastly reduced.
@@durstongear Wow, good to know. Didn't even realize that was a thing!
I was in platonic love with the pro for a while but I saw a video where it showed just how tear prone the DCF tents are. After watching this video, I am convinced that the regular is the way to go. It looks bigger in other videos I’ve seen but kinda small in your video where the mesh is right next to you. Mind if I ask you how tall you are? Thank you for this very thorough comparison between the 2. I hope to see more about long term use as I plan a thru AT hike.
Hey, glad it was useful! For reference, I'm 6 foot even and a bit stocky, so a smaller person would obviously have more room. Good luck with your AT hike!!
One other comment. There are dyneema patches with tabs available. After I get some experience with the Durston tent, I am considering putting on of these somewhere on the inside from which to hang a small led light so I can see at night to find items or pack up in the dark without the narrow beam of my headlamp. Just a thought for consideration.
Good idea! Should light up the tent well.
Really useful video. Thank you.
Have you had any experience with the Z-Packs Duplex. If so
How would you rate the X-Mid Pro against the Duplex?
Also, how do
You think the X-Mid would perform in strong winds i.e. 30-40mph. The Duomid stands up well to high winds.
Many thanks
Stephen 👍
Thanks so much! I am not familiar with the Duplex, but my first UL tent was the old Hexamid and I would say any version of the X-Mid will be more comfortable to be in due to the floor laying flat and greater use of space. Also, I didn't like the low doorway, which I believe hasn't really changed on Zpacks tents since then. Remember when comparing that the Duplex is a 2-person rated shelter, so should be compared to the X-Mid Pro 2, which my buddy Chris has used for one full season now and says it hold up great in high winds, especially utilizing the extra tie-outs.
@@ShastaBubba 👍
@Below Average Wild Camper I just switched from the Duplex to the Pro 1. While obviously the floor width is much less, the Pro 1 feels taller to me when sitting up. I almost bought the Pro 2 because I really like all that floorspace to spread out my gear in the tent, but ultimately I wanted something smaller, and I was willing to give up that extra space. The half moon zipper and the door clips on the Duplex are a pain to use, while the Pro 1 is a one handed operation. If you put 3 stakes on both ends, and one at each door, the Pro 1 feels much more stable even without any guy lines. The Duplex always felt like it was going to collapse to me, and it did a couple times. The doors on the duplex can also blow open when the wind changes direction, and it's much more prone to rain blowing in since the fly is higher off the ground, even when pitched low. I would say if you only plan on sleeping in your tent, get the Pro 1, and if you like to hang out in your tent on rainy days and spread out all your gear inside, then get the Pro 2. Both are a better choice than the Zpacks tents. Everything from the build quality to the ease of use makes the X-mids the clear choice to me.
@@spuriouseffect hey, that’s fantastic. Just the kind of insight I was looking for. Many thanks 🙏
@@spuriouseffect Very helpful review, thanks for sharing your experience!
I think showing the size of both tents packed down would be a factor. Silpoly can compress but heard DCF doesn't. Weight vs bulk and of course $$ saved are my 3 big factors when purchasing.
You're absolutely right and I intended to show that, but forgot due to the stuff sacks being virtually identical in size. The Durston Gear website reports packed sizes as 12" x 4" for the Pro 1 and 12" x 5" for the Standard 1p. This is consistent with my own experience, which is that dcf shelters have always taken up less volume in the pack.
I'm a fan of sil poly over dcf or sil nylon. Due to it's cost vs dcf, and it's recycleability vs both dcf and sil nylon. Also it doesn't stretch like sil nylon, and to your point, it's probably quieter in the rain. I've used both sil nylon and sil poly tents and tarps, but full disclosure haven't used dcf. I have the x-mid 1p solid, used it in -12F 40mph winds and loved it's stability, and bought it specifically for winter camping since I'm not that big (5'6") and don't want to carry a heavier tent. It worked great. I also like that I can leave out the internal netting when past bug season in NE.
Thanks for sharing your experience! I'm looking forward to trying the fly-only pitch with the X-mid 1 to see what the space is like. Curious, did you use deadmen and extra line to pitch in the snow?
@@ShastaBubba I did not use the extra lines, just the 4 corners! There was no snow at the time, and the ground held regular pegs. But when there is snow, I do use deadmen - the X sticks buried in the snow with a line tied to it. - If the ground is frozen and there is no snow, I use 6" Timberlok screws - learned this from ice fishing...
@@simplesolutions2865 Very cool, thanks for the great tips!
Same conclusion. Pro version seems amazing, couldn’t justify > 2.5 times the cost for .8 lb difference.
I did spring for the 2man bc I have my 11yo with me sometimes. We sleep great in it…it’s bigger than my first apartment.
Very happy with my choice. Hard to imagine anyone who gets the pro would regret it though.
Can't go wrong either way. Thanks a bunch!
The condensation running down the side might work on calm nights... I spent a night on a mountain and every time the wind kicked up a bit, the side of the X-mid Pro would snap back and forth and splash me in the face all night.
Oh man, that sounds rough. Thanks for sharing that experience! I would have guessed that there wouldn't be condensation at all on a windy night, but apparently not.
Had the original X-mid 1 and loved it, however with chronic back pain due to injuries I cannot imagine carrying an extra 330 grams by choice, so I’ve just ordered the X-mid 1 Pro, and build my own 600 gram backpacks, this allows me to carry an full-length Nemo Tensor wide pad which is heavier, but it’s worth the weight, where as for me the standard x-mid isn’t. Finally, for anyone with mobility issues I’ve found the X-mid’s tall off-set doors significantly easier to access than anything Zpacks or Tarptent offers, even the so-called ‘large’ Altaplex isn’t as easy to access as the X-mid for me. Great video
Yep, I hear ya. Individual circumstances make all the difference in determining whether weight or cost are more important. Kudos to you for continuing to get out there despite setbacks!
But the sil poly version in the colder months or no bugs you can just use the fly only and save weight . You can not do that with the dcf ... For pocket on side just add one your self ... You could modify the sil poly like the dcf too if need to save grams ... If not going to rain just use the inner mesh part only save even more .. Or put dcf tarp on the inner bugnet ....I have the xmid 2p sil poly and i have used it in the winter so far love it ... I can use net or fly camping separate ...
Lots of good points and ideas here. Thanks!
The dcf is see thru if you do not care about your privacy and the dcf is noise in the wind if you do not mind that either . And you could buy both 1p and 2 p of the Xmid silpoly tents for less than 1 dcf tent ....
I have the newest version of the x-mid 1 (non pro ) and it has 2 zippers for each mesh door.
I think this might be a misunderstanding. The standard version has a one-track zipper with a two-sided mechanism per mesh door. The Pro has two separate tracks (2 separate zippers) at 90 degrees per mesh door.
@@ShastaBubba Nope. 2 zippers per door at 90 degrees. Just like the pro.
These are a good set of points that you describe. As far as for myself I much prefer silpoly, but don't like silnylon as much even though it is the tougher of the two. DCF and I have a poor history of deamination and a tear in the weave, but despite my tastes, and my full agreement on how even babied DCF does not hold up - I got the DCF version, the Durston X-mid1 Pro. Why? Well I have several Hilleberg tents, and there is nothing on the market with material as tough (not even close) and the details are so well thought out that they are all a joy to use. But they are heavier, with my lightest model, the Enan weighing in at 2.3 pounds with stakes and all. ( I bring extra stakes always) So going down a little in weight with the Sipoly X-mid did not make as much sense as going for the greatest contrast to what I have and enjoy traveling with. I plan to hike about 750 miles starting in September and am still uncertain as to which tent, or which hammock I may take. With the 1.1 pound weight of the Durston Pro, I may even take it as well as one of my hammocks. Choices, choices, eh? We live in great times. I'm really impressed with the design of the whole Durston line.
Totally get it and envy your experience with Hilleberg. Been reading about them for years, but still haven't seen one of their shelters in person! Best advice on the Pro is to take a little sponge for a quick wipe-down to manage condensation.
750 miles STARTING in September? Might you be heading to New Zealand perhaps? Happy trails whereever!
@@ShastaBubba No, no New Zealand adventures unfortunately. I'm starting at Harper's Ferry in West Virginia and going down through Virginian and my state of North Carolina, ending in Georgia at the start of the AT trail. I'm looking forward to the Autumn foliage in the Blue Ridge mountains. That's the plan anyways.
@@1DrBar Sounds fantastic! Good luck and enjoy!!
I have the 1p silpoly. The 1p silpoly can go star gazer mode, which I believe is impossible on the pro version.
Absolutely correct! I should have mentioned that because that fact alone might be a decider for some folks. Thanks!
I feel like I have looked so many places, but nobody seems to review how tall you can be while still using this tent comfortably. I am 187 cm (6'2'ish).
Sorry that wasn't better stated, but for reference, I'm 6' even. I think 6'2" would be okay, but perhaps on the edge of comfortable. I think I would lean more toward the 2 person X-mids and sleep cornerwise personally (which is what I do when on shorter trips where weight isn't as important). Happy hiking!
I almost didn't buy the Pro 1 because I found the regular x-mid 1 to be rather claustrophobic with the netting surrounding me. The Pro 1 feels like a completely different tent. So open and roomy feeling. And it's so much easier to use than my old Duplex.
Glad to hear it, thanks for sharing your experience!
Glad you're liking the Pro 1. Yeah it does feel way bigger inside. Interior volume is right up there with the largest 1P tents on the market.
I like the peak pocket.
Thanks for that. It's growing on me!
@@ShastaBubba it's funny the only thing I really don't like about the pickpocket is I always grab the wrong side. I can never find the opening LOL.
@@alorr4uz Funny 😁 I just saw Dan announced that they have increased the size of the peak pocket, so how's that for compromise?!
Another difference is the pro absorbs less water than the standard. My choice was the pro for lighter weight.
It's definitely lighter.
Why didn’t I see this video 3 weeks ago??
Bad luck, I guess. ;-)
double wall = win
Yup.
1000 dollar DCF tent that lasts 200 nights comes out to 5 bucks a night. Much cheaper than my crack habit.
Well ... yes. That's one way to rationalize it. ;-)
No one talk much but Durston (X-Mid) cloned this tent from the Sierra Designs - High Route 🙂 Sierra Designs - High Route Was realised in 2016 and Xmid came out 2018. Sometimes reality not as you want, fact is a fact 😊
Um, nope. Far from not being talked about, Dan has addressed this accusation in post after post, laying out all the aspects of the X-Mid design that differ from the High Route. Even Skurka himself has publicly acknowledged the X-Mid isn't a copy. Fact.
Well， I guess the cash in your pocket can certainly tell the difference🤣
Guess so.
Just use a tarp. Lighter, more room when you need it. Satisfaction of using skills.
Sure, tarps are fun and all . . . but the X-Mid 1 Pro is just 16 oz. Show me a tarp with bug protection that beats that!
I like tarp in winter but in my neck of the woods bug protection is a must spring and summer.
@@Dante07cid I just put a net on my face ez
@@Dante07cid Different tools needed for different seasons and settings!
i needed this video. Great work. However im still at loss on witch one to choose lol.
Good luck! Look at it this way: you win with either choice. ;-)