Thanks for the review and kind words. - Dan

@johnshellenberg1383

2 жыл бұрын

Being a Canadian company it would be nice if you'd sell your products in Canadian dollars. Not sure why, but I find that a huge turn-off. I bet a lot of your customers are in the US, but it feels like you don't want local sales.

@jplakhot

2 жыл бұрын

@@durstongear looking forward to purchasing the 2p in CAD!

@richbuilds_com

2 жыл бұрын

The design for this is so simple and intuitive I'm surprised it took you this long to make it ;-) Seriously. It's everything I like about a tepee tent with non of the disadvantages of a tepee tent. Every review of this (and the Sierra Designs version) have nothing to say but good things :-)

@jackvoss5841

Жыл бұрын

@@durstongear G’day, Dan. I thought that credit cards automatically did the rate conversion back and forth between U.S. and Canadian dollars? That could help simplify life for you. My best to you. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

@P_Jason

Жыл бұрын

@@jackvoss5841 This is true for the consumer, but it gets very complicated for the retailer due to tax and other accounting issues.

honestly i’m sold, not just from the great reviews, but everywhere i’ve looked for reviews I’ve seen Dan Durston in the comments answering questions, taking feedback (even negative feedback) graciously, and generally just being super invested in his product, you really do love to see it

Couple of small points. 1) the material is silicone polyester not silicone nylon. This is important because the poly doesn't absorb water or stretch when wet. 2) If you put in a stake by the small panel at the door one hand opening isn't a problem.

@Balue7

2 жыл бұрын

Was just about to write about the polyester aspect. Thank goodness this is the top comment, else it should be pinned.

@gumbi8989

Жыл бұрын

Wait, so it is made out of the better nylon that won’t stretch?

@eitanpaster5692

9 ай бұрын

@@gumbi8989no it’s made out of polyester. Nylon absorbs water and stretches. Polyester doesn’t absorb water or stretch

I have both the 1P and 2P and I think it’s worth noting how this is Canadian designed and tested in Canadian winters. We use ours all year in the mountains, deserts, and everything in between.

@toddsulli6495

Жыл бұрын

This is huge. Thanks for mentioning this!

@TrudleR

Жыл бұрын

@@Ryan-yi5ro I would also be interested in an answer for DJ Ness's question. Would be glad if you or Mike could answer this for us! :)

@tomdauben

Жыл бұрын

@@TrudleR I use my mesh one in the UK year round without problem. Not Canadian, but hopefully this helps

@Bill_tyler

9 ай бұрын

Damn, I want one! Thanks

I own a Durston 2pxmid. Not only is the tent awesome, but I have emailed Dan Durston with questions and he, Dan Durston responded with honest, informative advice regarding my needs and his products. The addition of reflective lines was an excellent change. That said, the reflective lines upgrade is proof that he listens to his audience. I can't wait for a hopeful future backpack that accommodates a smaller person size with enough space for equipment (ie to alow a 500bv to sit inside with other equipment and ability to handle up to 40lbs).

Dan, just want to preface my comments by saying how much I really enjoy your channel......keep up the great work! Now, regarding this review.........what rock have you been living under?!?!?! I am sure you have pressure from manufacturers to review those well funded companies, but this tent is by far the best tent I have ever used! I bought the original season X-Mid 1P that Dan Durston had built by DROP. Now I was successful in ordering the new X-Mid Pro 2P tent......and am anxiously awaiting delivery!! For two+ years I have used the 1P tent........easiest setup, as you emphasized.........bomb-proof wind resistant and bomb-proof rain resistant! I do feel it is narrow for me.....but the HUGE vestibules make a major difference. With this tent, more than all my previous tents, I keep the doors open as weather allows and I just love it!!!! With the Sil-Poly design, the sag from water exposure is not an issue compared to most of all my previous tents. SOOOO freaking excited to get the 2P version with the Pro (Dynema) tent that will be delivered later this summer. Great tent, great price, great performance!!.........again, IF you can be patient to get it.

I love my X-Mid 2P. It’s excellent for anything the WV mountains and climate throws at it! Great review Dan, thanks for finally doing one on this mountain mansion! Your page is one of the first places I went to see a review on this tent prior to my purchase in 2020. To my surprise at the time you had nothing on it however. Thankfully you do now so that it can be helpful to others in the future to join the Durston army!

The detachable inner is money in the rain. Pack up everything dry inside the fly and throw the fly on the outside of your pack. Also zippers are way easier when the vestibule fully staked out.

@sgriffin8739

Жыл бұрын

You can basically do that with any tent i.e. pack the tent and fly last. It's the ease of setting up in the rain that makes this nice.

@smellybearc7411

10 ай бұрын

@@sgriffin8739I think he’s talking about the inner tent. Many trekking pole tents are single wall tents. But with this tent, you can pack up the inner first so that it’s dry the next time you take it out. And like you said, it’s awesome that you can set up the fly first when it rains and quickly too.

You did it!!!!! Now go interview Dan The Man Durston! His wife and he are wonderful people.

Durston’s tents hit all the sweet spots: price, ease, storm-worthiness. Guess I was lucky and patient. Had to wait 8 months, it it was worth it. I will definitely line up for the 1p pro.

I keep the inner bug net separate from the tarp fly. This allows for easy set up in the rain, keeping the inner dry. The tent also packs much smaller in separate compression bags that fit really nicely in my pack. Because the fly can be staked really close to the ground, the tent becomes a really decent 4 season tent in my area of the country (south) reducing drafts. My only con is that the tent requires a pretty broad space to set up in, very similar to what a larger two person tent would need. I can live with it. I would give the tent a 10 out of 10. It is an impressive, high quality, tent at a really good price point. Thanks for your review, it helps to reinforce my opinion of it as well.

Great tent, thanks for the review. Just a correction, this tent is silpoly, not nylon so it will not stretch and sag as you mentioned.

@hikingwithaaron

2 жыл бұрын

I stopped the video right when he said that to see if anyone would comment on it. Good catch!

@diversie509

2 жыл бұрын

@@hikingwithaaron haha, same. Glad somebody caught it

@babiesfartingfire6007

2 жыл бұрын

Silnylon doesn’t stretch and snag… you must be using the lightest, short staple length, Chinese made silnylon.

@diversie509

2 жыл бұрын

@@babiesfartingfire6007 it does when its wet. and its UL, everything is a thin material. Nobody wants 3 extra pounds of silnylon to avoid the sagging from water.

@babiesfartingfire6007

2 жыл бұрын

@@diversie509 I think you misunderstood. Have you tried a milspec silnylon? Much lighter, stronger, no sag, no change when wet. Again, not Chinese short staple length fiber. An example would be Kifaru tents.

I am not Closter phobic but I definitely think this would be the instance where even one person would need the two person tent. This is on my list once it ever becomes available lol! Thanks for reviewing as always!!!

@SrslyJonSweet

2 жыл бұрын

Really depends on your preferences and priorities. The area under the fly is big enough to sleep 2 people, so you’ve already got a 2P for winter trips or hiding out for an hour or two from a storm where you don’t need the bug protection of the inner. And personally the wide open sightlines from those big vestibules mean I never feel trapped even inside the inner. I have the 2P as well, but it’s just way more space than I need for a single person trip given that the 1P’s inner is already big enough for a luxury (30” wide, 4” thick) sleeping pad.

Hey Dan I’ve been back packing for a few years now and I’ve pretty much sealed my gear in to fit my style. I think a good video would be how to find top rated gear that may a couple of years old and more affordable now to beginning back packers . I enjoy your videos and hopefully I’ll see you on trail sometime. If you come back to the smokies give up us a heads up .

I started looking at this tent two days ago, then got on the email/waiting list for it, too. Thanks for the review. The reviews from the Canadians helped me with my decision, too. Love the reviews and the humor!

I just got this tent, but the 2p version, a few months back for use thru hiking the AT next year. I plan to do some shakedown hikes in the Drakensberg in South Africa, and it can get very windy there, so I am really happy that in your review you included a real life experience with high winds in Texas. 💯

I just watched several of yours and Eric's videos on this tent this evening. Went online and found the X-Mid 1P version 2 for 240, it will arrive on this coming Friday. Can't wait! Thanks for the great videos and reviews! Emmitt is doing a great job, too!

Been wanting to try one of these out. I really like the way they've done the design to maximize the space. Great video!

got one of these for my 2021 pct thru hike (the original 1P). I switched it out halfway through for the GG One. While the quality of the tent is great and held up amazing in strong winds, I personally hated how massive the footprint was compared to the inner tent. From the looks of it, they have fixed some issues i had with the tent in the newer model, but double walled trekking pole tents are just not roomy enough inside for my taste. The two huge vestibules were a waste of footprint to me. I get that it is utilizing the space, but I prefer a smaller footprint with only one vestibule. Chances are if you are using this tent, you are a lightweight or ultralight backpacker, like me, and simply don't even carry enough gear to fill up both vestibules lol. The GG weighed less, had a smaller footprint, and a very roomy interior (i could sit up without my shoulders touching the netting!). X-Mid is a great tent, but just not comfortable for me.

@durstongear

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. With the v2 of the X-Mid 1 (launched a few months ago) the inner is now a lot more spacious (+30%) while keeping the footprint the same. It is heavier than the GG One because it’s also more durable (eg #5 zippers, 20D fabrics) and more protective (eg. double wall, peak vents, full coverage fly) but the GG One is a nice tent and can be a good way to save weight in friendlier conditions.

The Review was great- i love my Xmid! I wasn’t a fan of the “watch my videos “ ending - too much for me but im sure thousands of others will appreciate your new approach to encourage watching 🤷🏼‍♂️. I much prefer the Easy to relate to Dan Becker of past seasons.

I own the 2P (along with the Stargazer Kit). I love this tent! You spoke truthfully! Nice review! 🙏

I landed on the durston line a while back. I'll be getting the x-mid 2 soon. since I'm a side sleeper and a roller, I feel as if I threw out a knee to one side I'd be pushing the mesh to the ground, and in worst case scenarios, ripping mesh, or getting wet.. Plus the extra floor space would be nice, to keep a little extra gear inside the inner tent( or incase I ever want to bring someone). But they are most definitely always out of stock lol. Only because they are well on the way to being one of the top tents out there. They came up with an ultralight version with a dynema outter shell, and the inner tent is connected in a few points, making it a semi- double walled tent. But actually shedding a decent amount of weight (that's saying something since this tent is already light as a feather for its size, and capability.

I pulled the trigger on this in winter. It sold out in seconds the first preorder and lasted maybe a couple mins the second day. It came about 4 months later but worth the wait. It checked a lot of boxes. I was worried about the small inner but the at 5’7” I still have room and the two large vestibules give me more than enough room. Finally got to use it in the backcountry a few weeks ago and was very happy with it so far. After over-researching tents for the past two years, I’m happy with my choice. Reasonably priced too.

This tent really stands up well against heavy winds. I love my X-Mid 2P and was one of the lucky ones to get one from the last batch.

I loved the Xmid 1P ... couldn't be any simpler to setup and handles high winds super well!

I used my X-Mid 1p last weekend in the Red River Gorge for an over nighter. I bought mine in 2019 and its still my favorite tent.

I’ve been on the fence with GG the one and the Durston….. I decided to go with the Durston and the video and comments really helped me out. I can’t wait to hit the Superior Hiking trail with this tent. My first real gear upgrade!

DCF version (16ish oz) coming Spring o '23!! BTW,..Best editing ever! Whatta great team!

Great to see you having a bit of fun while also delivering the important issues! Thanks mate. from Peter (Victoria, Australia)

I went for the Xmid1 mesh. Used it in the Dolomites last year. To anyone with analysis paralysis regarding which tent and which version to buy: 1. Go with 1-Person if youre a solo hiker. I think the footprint of the 2p will be unpractical and it will catch more wind (remember: the 1p and 2p have the same level of support and the same 2 trekking poles, but wind forces will be greater on the 2p due to its size) 2. I pondered at the solid vs mesh issue quite a bit. I went with mesh, thinking it would give a roomier feel to the tent and making it more versatile in warmer weather. And it allows for the stargazers add on. I slept in dry weather around freezing temps and was never cold. Zero condensation. I can see how it could be drafty in storms, but there will be ways around that. 3. Its up in a minute. Its really idiot proof, especially if you leave the inner attached to the outer when packing. 4. Yes you can camp in the mountains with this. Enough places at altitude that still have a bit of mid/grass/stones and if really barren then use some stones. No need to go with a freestanding tent. 5. It looks great. Overall a very good deal for a lightweight double walled high quality tent. Roomy and no condensation issues. You wont regret it. Dave

Great content! We'll start sending your channel to our clients who recently bought land from us near the camping areas. This will surely give them awesome ideas. Thanks for sharing! 😊

Wait til you get your hands on a X-mid 2p. Is has those side pockets you crave. Plus, I’m able to fit two wide long Nemo Tensors in there with no problems. The fact that it is a fly first tent so you can set it up in the rain without getting the inside wet is a huge perk. I’ve had 2 people and 2 dogs in the 2p. It was tight but one of our dogs is a 90 pound lab who is a bed hog. It’s my favorite tent ever! I can’t say enough good things about it.

I will be borrowing a friend's Durston Xmid 1p tent next week and headed to the Snowy Range. This video was a great help on set up and practical use. However, it is in the $325 to $400 range now wherever I can find it.

@scottburkhart6953

Жыл бұрын

Update: Used the Xmid 1 in the Snowy Range of WY. Simple set up and was everything I hoped it would be. I normally hammock camp but at less than 2lbs., this is a handy piece of gear to have along in case I have to camp above the tree line.

I’m probably one of the early subscribers that talked up this tent as I got min DD 1p off drop. I’m on the mailing list and am looking for the DD2p pro. Good review, as other comments have said 1 of the real, of many features, that is awesome is the ability to set up and take down inner in rain. Keep up the great work!

@DanBecker

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Mark! I remember you. Thanks and have a great day!!!

@kee7678

2 жыл бұрын

@@DanBecker I got mine too, like the first week off of Drop!

This really is a great tent. I bought one in early 2021, right before they ran out of stock. I’ve used it in high winds and in 12 hour soaking rain, and had no problems without deploying any extra guy lines. The tent exploded in popularity right when supply chain issues prevented them from making more. Like you said, the small batches they’ve been able to get since, fly off the shelves. Dan says that there’s a large order coming in late summer. He expects to finally be able to keep them in stock come August or Sept.

@antoniabaker7770

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'm assuming that's USA summer so June?

Thanks for the review Dan! Most reassuring since I bought the 1P Solid and the 2P solid recently. They should be here the beginning of August. Wow I was lucky to be able to get them because they literally sold out within a half hour. I will be using the 1P for backpacking and the 2P for Kayak camping. Cant wait!!

Bought the 1 person version from Drop. It’s amazing. I likewise survived a high wind night last fall. There were gusts to 50 MPH and it stood like a champ. Only complaint is that in the cold I get a lot of condensation.

I got the Xmid 2 Pro coming soon. Can’t wait !!

Another informative and fun video from you. Also, great editing and I enjoy Emit's (sp?) on-screen involvement.

Just got mine delivered. Can't wait to take it out in the rain.

Thank you Dan

Just bought the x mid 2p, it it was in stock luckily! My bicycle touring tent is a bit over 7lbs and requires a lot of ground space to set up. Can’t wait to take this out backpacking!

Welcome to the club Dan. Mine is gen 1 and It is an amazing shelter. Dan Durston has provided thoughtful intelligent design that just works. I have pitched it beside dingoes on Fraser Island on rocks in mountains and absolutely solid in desert sands. The ‘No see um’s’ mesh works well but be warned don’t touch it with heat. I’ll be buying on of the 2P’s real soon, my boys (2,4) love to camp

@allemander

2 жыл бұрын

Can you elaborate on what you mean by “don’t touch it with heat”, please?

@stevenbromham1594

2 жыл бұрын

@@allemander hello, I once watched a KZread follow up review where a mis-placed spark/ cook system accidentally melted a hole in the inner mesh. Luckily the fire arrested and they didn’t lose everything. I love this tent and highly recommend it.

Yes sir the XMid rocks. Ioved mine since the first kickstart offering

Thanks for the review. I just bought the Pro version of this tent.....I can say it is the best tent I have ever owned.........

My wife and I each got one of the first ones, great tents. Good to see a few added features now. My only wish was they came in a darker green or other color, very bright under the moonlight sometimes.

@honeybower

2 жыл бұрын

I believe the new one is green.

It`s Russian. Translate if interested. Отличная палатка. Легкая. Вместительная. Но её невозможно поставить на камнях. Колышки постоянно вырывает. Она падает. Как-то спал в упавшей палатке, потому что мне было лень выходить и ставить её третий раз за ночь. А так 9/10.

Hey Dan, I’m not a backpacker, I motorcycle camp. But man o man do I love the look of this tent. I’ve not read/heard a bad review about it, and it’s not stupidly expensive 👍 I can feel an emptying of my bank account coming on. 🤔😉🤣👍⛺️

I have the XMID 2P (had it for over a little over a year) and I LOVE IT! The only issues I found with it were 1) the stakes provided with the tent are a bit flimsy so I replaced them and 2) the stake down loops are too small for my replacement stakes. I used some thin, reflective, red paracord and attached new loops to the smaller ones. Bonus - this made all the loops much easier to locate for faster setup. There is a bit of tweaking required with pole height and staking to make sure the fly doesn't touch the mesh (during rain or for condensation), but it is easy once you use it a few times. Great in the rain and wind. I can't praise this tent enough.

@blop507

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you! I had the stakes pop out before. But to be fair it rained for a week beforehand and there were winds of roughly 50mph. Put some msr groundhogs in there and you're bomber. I also tied some 2mm cordage for larger loops for use with sand/ snow stakes. I will say, use some kind of ground sheet with it. I had a small twig or something poke me the first time I set it up in my yard. Other than that. What more could you want?

@lesley1484

2 жыл бұрын

@@blop507 yep, you gotta have a ground sheet. I got an oversized, waterproof footprint from Amazon and cut it to fit the "parallelogram".

@blop507

2 жыл бұрын

@@lesley1484 yup, I used polycro. Or window shrinkwrap

Thanks for the review! Hoping to score a 2P next month

I have a 1P, my dad has a 1P, and I ordered to 2Ppro. This tent really is that good.

“You’re gonna keep watching because I need the add revenue.” The most honest moment in KZread history. Hilarious.

Due to supply chain issues, this tent has been tough to get. I ended up getting a Six Moons Designs tent and tarp, and couldn’t be happier for the price!

@johncaban4310

2 жыл бұрын

Are the SMD double wall tents?

@Zapruderfilm1963

2 жыл бұрын

@@johncaban4310 no their not but they are ultralight, excellently engineered and very high quality.

@aviationtherapy9898

2 жыл бұрын

@@johncaban4310 I have the gatewood cape and serenity net tent. When used together and with seam sealant, I’ve had no issues. I just got back from a rainy trip in the Olympics and had no leaks. It has a taller bathtub then most of SMD’s tents and has been reliable so far. The durston tent reminds me of a larger and more comfortable version of my set up.

@wellseasonedhiker

2 жыл бұрын

Sierra Design High Route is similar. Dont think they make it anymore but might be able to find used. It however is nylon, not poly. I have the Durston 1p...amazing tent

Great vid!!! Love Emmett on camera!!

I've always cowboy camped or tarped. The Durston is my first tent ever! Excited to get mine out this year and piece together some vids and reviews.

@Kevinschart

Жыл бұрын

are you trap tenting with the durston now?

@ewoksalot

Жыл бұрын

@@Kevinschart Tarp camping is sleeping under a tarp... so no... I'm not hanging a tarp above the tent ;)

@Kevinschart

Жыл бұрын

@@ewoksalot lol a wise guy eh ;-) using the rain fly is about as close to tarp camping i'll probably get.

If you have not already purchased one the waiting list is your best bet other than buying them used... and you will not get a price break on used. I tried to order the 1p... sold out in 3 minutes. Tried the 2p (my preferred) again sold out in minutes. I was able to score on the 2p pro but it will be another couple of months before they ship. The struggle is real but it's also incredibly worth it.

I'd love to try one of these tents. The design seems brilliant! It's really a ridge tent with the ridge on the diagonal & side-opening, gives a longer ridge, steeper sides, more useable space inside. Maybe the shape cheats wind better? Seems there are many plusses!

Looks like a nice unit. I have never used a one person tent and have thought about it but to be honest I like my space, plus I have a dog and she like her space too. For the money it looks like you can’t go wrong.

I’m waiting for the Durston X-mid 2PRO. Can you review that one too.

I'm looking forward to picking one of the X-Mid 2P Pro's up on their next drop, that's their dyneema version

I had the smaller Gen 1 X-mid 1p, they really are wonderfully made. I would have loved to get a 2nd Gen because it is slightly wider, but it sold out in 3 minutes 😮‍💨

@kaviso__

2 жыл бұрын

Stay tuned for future sales. We have huge quantities finally coming end of the year and throughout 2023. Hard to believe but the last batch of tents took nearly 2 years to get. End of 2020 we put in huge orders for 2022-2023 which will start to show up soon.

Fantastic tents. I owned the 1p and 2p, and ended up selling the 1p just because it was too small for me to be comfortable in. Something like a lunar solo fits my solo needs better. The xmid 2p on the other hand has gobs of space and is my go to tent

@wildsoul420

2 жыл бұрын

same here sold my 1p..love love my 2p.. so I figured give someone the chance to own a 1p since they are so hard to get.. it would've just sit in my closet forever.

@kee7678

2 жыл бұрын

@@wildsoul420 I got the 1P from.....was it Kickstarter? Someplace when it FIRST came out. I love it. However, they came out with the 2P and THAT....is what I wish I had now. The weight and size trade offs are nothing compared to having the room the 2P does. Wish somebody out there wanted to trade.

The Durston tents are top of the line… Got in on the pre-order for the x-mid pro 2. Supply chain has pushed back delivery till August-September. Crossing my fingers I get it before a section hike in October!

@AJMarrara

2 жыл бұрын

@@Ryan-yi5ro originally supposed to be out in May. Then got pushed to Jun/Jul for the first batch. Based on my order number I am in batch two which they are shooting to deliver Aug/Sept. Not holding my breath… not having the tent for some spring and summer trips sucks. Trying not to get my hopes up for my fall trip lol

@AJMarrara

2 жыл бұрын

@@Ryan-yi5ro haha glad to hear I wasn’t the only one stuck in that portal of doom… I think you’re in the first batch! 10200 is the cut off for the first batch. Let me know what you think when you get it!

i have the xmid 2p and its my favorite thing about backpacking!

@Alexanderws77

2 жыл бұрын

Mine too. It’s my favorite piece of gear.

Tbh, if they could make a hot tent version of this, this would be absolutely perfect.

I've been considering this tent (or the 2 person version) for a couple of years. The main design 'fault' that has kept me from getting one (or at least trying to) is that the mesh on the inner tent goes all the way down to the bathtub floor. This is fine for grassy mountain or forest camping, but I do much of my backpacking in the desert Southwest, as well as during shoulder season at high elevation, where snow is a good possibility. This sort of design, when combined with wind, will fill this tent, your gear, and you, with sand, dust, or fine snow that will blow under that fly and go right through that mesh. I'd love it if they made a solid fabric part of the lower wall for at least a foot above the bathtub, before going to mesh higher up.

@Clifford_C

2 жыл бұрын

I believe the next batch of XMids are going to have a solid inner. I have the 2p and live in the Southwest too. I would prefer the solid inner over the mesh for reasons you mentioned.

@SrslyJonSweet

2 жыл бұрын

Man, are you going to be happy on June 7th.

@davidfantle6721

2 жыл бұрын

@@SrslyJonSweet Looking forward to seeing what they've done with it!

@lakorai2

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidfantle6721 Solid inner version goes on sale on June 16

So good. This tent is so good. Everything I wanted. Nothing I didn't.

Have one of these and agree it’s a great tent.

It's not nylon, it's polyester so it is not going to sag in the rain. With a peg stake in the short side of the door flap the zipper will be able to unzip with one hand after you use it a bit. You would be hard pressed to find a double walled non-DCF tent that weighs less than this tent especially when you take into account the weight of the stakes needed to setup this tent compared to one of its competitors (since it only needs 4 compared to around 8 for others).

Your new editor has a pretty fun style

i appreciate emmitt's editing

You guys crack me up! So funny! Informative also. Thanks!

Been using a Zpacks duplex since I like the extra room. Picked up an Xmid1-Solid also but have yet to put it to the test. What I like about the Durston design is that unlike the Zpacks duplex, the trekking pole location on the Durston is offset so it doesn't get in the way of the tent opening.

Search KZread for a video on easy set up. You stake out one of the short ends, go to the other short end and fold the corners upwards and put them together. Let the bottom of the middle sag down, grab it and set the point on the ground. Pull that middle section taught to each of the staked ends and holding it down unfold the corners and stake them down. Perfect 90 degree corners and a setup without sag. Works everytime and far easier to do than to explain.

@Kevinschart

2 жыл бұрын

i know that video, and it's a fail proof technique.

I’ve been looking at this tent for about a year now. I still want one, but in the 2P version!

Thanks for doing the inside shot laying down. That is a tiny tent!! I'll carry the extra 300g and get the 2p, ta very much!

Can't wait for the dyneema version 🙌

I bought mine from Drop (v1) two years ago. It took me through the entire JMT through some harsh winds and some rainier days. Super easy setup and light weight. Only took at most 3 minutes to set up each night. I do prefer to have the trekking poles not in the upside down orientation since the poles can dig into the ground for more stability, and I do not need to wipe down the trekking pole handles in the morning if it were upside down.

@memathews

2 жыл бұрын

I also have a treking pole tent that relies on an upside down pole, which I do not like. So I filled s pilot hole in the top of the pole handle and added a short screw off the proper diameter: problem solved, my pole stays upright and the tip anchors to the ground.

Can’t wait for the pro version to come out.

The biggest thing that caught my attention is that it's a double wall trekking pole tent. A combo you don't see very often

In my case , Your preaching to the choir. Had one when they 1st came available on Drop.

I've just picked up the Sierra Designs European version of this tent (designed by the same guy). Not had chance to take it out yet but it looks like it'll be my forever tent :-)

Your a DDbeliever. It looks like a great tent and comes with both versions with Nylon and Dyneema . I love the vestibule and the fact that the poles are not right in the middle.

Even the "HUGE" problem isn't a problem. I ordered this tent and it arrived in Australia 10 days after ordering, Thats a phenomenal delivery time.

Good video. Keep er movin.

I Just returned from a week long canoe trip. We moved every day. The X-Mid 1p performed very well - with only one frustrating difficulty. The thingy-doos used to fasten up doors in the screen and rain fly were an exasperating pain. About 1/3 of the problems were caused by the tiny “tension barrels”. Some smaller person might have the kind of small, nimble fingers that are handy for either picking a safe, or manipulating these little loops and toggles. I had to wrestle with them over and over. I thought it was fastened, only to see it come apart when I let go. (This difficulty resulted in the invention of two, new expletives that can be used in similar situations.). The other problem with these thingy-doos is the homogenous color of ALL of the strings. The fastener for the rain fly door lives right adjacent to the fastener for the screen door. The strings, in the quiet of the night, conspire to hunker down together. If one set were the black & silver, as they are now, and the neighboring fastener were, say, red and silver - they can be visually separated quite readily. (Though I didn’t invent any new expletives over this confusion, I did recall a couple that had lain forgotten!) This is the best two-wall tent that I have ever used. And, I quit single wall tents several years ago. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

@kitchenlebond1514

Жыл бұрын

Durston Xmid 1 P need 1 or 2 poles to set up?

@jackvoss5841

Жыл бұрын

@@kitchenlebond1514 G’day, LeBond. 2.0 poles. 0.0 Australians. And just this 1.0 German American. Dan has presented the us campers a great piece of gear. All in all, set up is pretty easy: If I were photographed while doing it, you maybe would think it’s difficult. Then, my buddy walked over and set it up. I learned something from watching him. sigh Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

Great stuff!

I've had the x-mid 2p for 4 years and yes its very roomy for 2 peeps, set up is the same as 1p and like Dan I've never had to use my guy out lines even in a snow storm, 8" total for the night. It is a awesome tent.

@burtwonderstone5315

2 жыл бұрын

Has the x-mid even been around for 4 years? I thought it was released like 2-3 years ago.

@woodythehikerw9323

2 жыл бұрын

@@burtwonderstone5315 yes i bought it first run on then what was called massdrop, who was working with durstan helping him to bring his idea to reality

@robbrigham5926

2 жыл бұрын

@@woodythehikerw9323 Me too! The 1P used to be a bit small but they have made it bigger. Back in those days the 2P was the one to go for, regardless of number of occupants - and its still really light. Its a palace, for one or two people. I am waiting for the 2P pro dynema that I have on order right now - will be great for one person if stuck in the tent for long hours in rubbish weather but its lighter and slightly smaller footprint than the normal 2P.

@durstongear

2 жыл бұрын

The first X-Mid 1P tents arrived in early 2019 with the 2P a year later, so it has been 4 years for the 1P.

Reminds me of the old beloved BD Betas that were popular back in the early century. A step child of sorts to traditional backpacking tee-pees.

I wish the design was trekking pole tip down. The reason is because trekking pole handles get sweat on them and mice will gnaw on them, as a result. This is far less likely to occur when the trekking pole handle is facing up. I’m fact, I’ve never heard of anyone having issues with mice chewing their handles when they’re off the ground.

Hi Dan. Im writing from Colombia. Thanks for your channel, really...its being so much help with this. Im kind a new for this Camping and Treking thing, and sometimes its hard to find all your recomendations on amazon or dealing with a web with no shipping out of states. Can you help us with any international recomendations? Think on Decathlon offer in Latin America for example. Thanks!

Man, I'd love to have a backyard like that. I only have 1 tree and I'm a hammock guy 😢 That is a really nice tent! I would need a 2 person for a double pad though, I like to spread out 😂

@SalmondOutdoors

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if this is actually a possibility, but could you add a post near the tree to hang your hammock on? I currently have some eye bolts in studs in my room that I use 😅

@joeykerr5517

2 жыл бұрын

@@SalmondOutdoors that's not a bad idea actually. I tried to use my Jeep last week, but it doesn't sit high enough for me. Idk why I can't get comfortable unless the straps are up really high and really loose. Maybe it's just personal preference.

@SalmondOutdoors

2 жыл бұрын

@@joeykerr5517 Fair enough, you probably just prefer a hammock with a longer ridgeline, some hammocks allow you to adjust the length of your ridgeline, like my superior hammock. Also if you have a new look up the adventure hammock system, it might not fix the problem you have but it would be worth a look. But yeah, a tall post might also fix it 👍🏼

@joeykerr5517

2 жыл бұрын

@@SalmondOutdoors I appreciate the advice! I'll definitely look into it.

The tent size is small, but looking at the open tent, it's not lagging behind the regular tent... It's a good product. 😃 😼 ☺️

Great video on the Durston tent. I have this tent and really like it. I've only taken it backpacking where I move on every day. I almost had a trip this summer where we were going to have a 'basecamp' and daily go out on day hikes. My question is what to do in late summers where there are often thunder showers in the late afternoon? If I take my poles out and go for a hike and it rains while I'm gone, the rain will puddle on the surface and may even leak inside getting everything WET! (Danger!!!) Can you share ideas on how to deal with this issue? Thank you for your videos which have helped me develope skills and confidence! Katy Dockter

Good job

FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Seeing a review on this tent the first time was a big big tease as I already have a BA Copper Spur HVUL1. It's a very nice tent with a little bigger footprint and certainly more pockets that I find incredibly handy. But knowing that if you hike multiple days you are risking having to set up in the rain, why aren't all backpacking tents set up to set up in the rain? I practiced and could do it with my current tent but setting up the small cross pole could lead one to tearing the fly. It was a time-consuming process. When I returned home from our backpacking trip, I saw that the X-mid was for sale. I went ahead and pre-ordered. I do not like that there are only two tiny pockets as the floor space is smaller than my current tent. However, I think these two detractors will be overcome by the positives, i.e the setup, two spacious vestibules, and the ability to sleep with your head at either end. Depending on the situation, I feel I can now choose one of 2 tents to best suit the circumstances I will be hiking in.

I have the 2P version. Too easy. I just got back from a 10-day backpacking trip. Setting it up gets easier each night. I had to pack up in heavy rain one morning, took the inner down then packed up everything except the fly. When I stepped out into the rain, I had my pack ready to go and raingear on. Dropped the fly, stuffed it, and took off. Easy peasy. I am 6 feet tall and had plenty of room head to toe and sufficient head clearance when I sat up. 2P allows ample storage of gear when solo. Vestibules are generous as well. Highly recommended.

I hope you will review Outdoor Vitals trekking pole tent when they come out with it. I'm going to buy it regardless because I'm an Outdoor Vitals fan boy. But I would enjoy your review and opinion. GO OV TRIBE!

A few other people mentioned this, but the huge advantage with this tent over other ultralights is the fly first option, and the ability to pack up in rain and keep everything dry except the fly. Honestly, I don't see why a single wall tent is worth the one-ish pound savings, especially in humid climates. You can shake and dry condensation (and rain) off a tent fly with relative ease, and carry it on the outside of your pack if it's wet. Water weighs a lot, and wet gear sucks.