I really enjoyed your insight on these two tents. Been trying to decide between the two. You got me leaning towards the Enan for solo trips and an x-mid 2 for partnered trips. Thanks again. Keep smil'in my friend!
My Enan ripped on the Arizona Trail this spring. It was very old and served me well. They are back ordered until mid summer so I am back to the xmid 1p. It's a great tent also. Sounds like the best of both worlds. Keep Smilin'
Thanks for this video . I completely agree with you . Priorities are reliability . Worth the extra weight with compensation of other luxuries from the rest that you carry . And worth it even if you go slower covering less distance per day
Agreed. You have to find your happy spot. There are things I really enjoy, but usually do not carry, depending on the trip, because of weight. One thing that comes to mind is a chair. It is so nice to have a comfy chair to sit on, but on most trips I'm always moving ,so I leave it behind. Have to weigh everything not only on your back, but in your mind. Keep Smil'in
On the CT last month the xmid took some real blows and did fine. I have just bought a new Enan. They have been out of stock the last few months. I think the xmid is a great tent but prefer a hoop style. The xmid pitches very tight. Secret is to stake it out real secure, and to use the pole guyouts. Without those pole guyouts the whole tent comes down if one corner stake fails. I had corners fail a couple times, but with the pole guyouts the tent was still secure, just folded in at one corner until I could re stake it. I have had Hilleberg tents for 25 years and I keep coming back to them. I think my lighter tent quest is over. There are too many pluses with the Enan. I'll deal with the little extra weight. Keep Smilin'
@Sam-nz9yn I will talk about both tents after the CT hike series finished. For me the difference came down to the Enan because it takes up less real estate, less tent to catch wind, faster and more efficient to pitch, less chance of failure in nasty weather. The plus for the xmid is more headroom, lighter because it's trekking pole supported, double vestibule, which I don't personally need. Also, I'm just used to the Akto and now Enan because I've had them for a quarter century. Keep Smilin'
Very true. I was hooked on Hilleberg long before these multiple choices were available. The pricing has been pretty stable, but high. I think I paid almost $600 for my first one, 23 years ago. Keep Smilin'
For some a larger footprint seems to be no problem. A lot of people love the duplex and the xmid 2. It's nice to have the extra room, but not worth it to me. I am always pushing the light limit at night and often have to take what I can get as far as camping spots. The smaller the footprint the larger number of spot options. From what I see on the market at this time the Hilleberg Enan is the sweet spot for me. I love the xmid design, material, and quality but not willing to give up the small footprint as little difference as it is. Keep Smilin'
I did talk about weight in this video ua-cam.com/video/h6zNl9T47Ec/v-deo.html I compare them only because they are the two tents I really like personally. The Hilleberg Enan is only 9 or 10 ounces heavier, that being the 9mm pole, which I carry in my storage hiking poles. It may be some folks coffin, but I consider a bivy a coffin. The Enan allows me (5'9") to sit up, pack up, vestibule storage, double wall protection, and venting options. All things not available in a bivy (coffin), I did the whole CDT in a bivy, so I know and appreciate all the benefits this Enan offers over that experience. Anyway, I appreciate the point of view, but the comparison is just to explain why I went back to the Enan after giving the Xmid a lot of testing. I still have it and I never say never. But at this point when I go out I always find myself opting for the Hilleberg. Keep Smi'in
If a small footprint is the primary driver, I would think a freestanding hooped bivy with a tarp would exceed either while still weighing less than the Hilleberg and costing a third. No stakes required, and you have a tarp for when you need extra covered space or want headroom. Or a square tarp can accomplish most of the above minus the bug net but still requires stakes.
Did the whole CDT in a hooped bivy almost 25 years ago. I won't be going back to a bivy. I'm too old to roll out of bed in the morning into a snowbank. But it worked for me then, so it is a viable option for those who feel that would work for them. Thanks for the suggestion. Keep Smil'in
They are expensive. But, I can say from experience they last for years. I had an Akto for 17 years and constant use. I sold it for half price when I decided to buy the Enan. It was still in great shape. The math is, nights in--money out. The more you use it, the less it costs per night. So the cheapest tent is the one you use the most. Keep Smilin'
I really enjoyed your insight on these two tents. Been trying to decide between the two. You got me leaning towards the Enan for solo trips and an x-mid 2 for partnered trips. Thanks again. Keep smil'in my friend!
My Enan ripped on the Arizona Trail this spring. It was very old and served me well. They are back ordered until mid summer so I am back to the xmid 1p. It's a great tent also. Sounds like the best of both worlds. Keep Smilin'
Thanks for this video . I completely agree with you . Priorities are reliability . Worth the extra weight with compensation of other luxuries from the rest that you carry . And worth it even if you go slower covering less distance per day
Agreed. You have to find your happy spot. There are things I really enjoy, but usually do not carry, depending on the trip, because of weight. One thing that comes to mind is a chair. It is so nice to have a comfy chair to sit on, but on most trips I'm always moving ,so I leave it behind. Have to weigh everything not only on your back, but in your mind. Keep Smil'in
I think it says a lot about how good Durston's tents are that they compare so well to a Hilleberg.
Yes, Hilleberg for me is the gold standard, but Durston seems to be putting out quality, innovative products. I wish him all the best. Keep Smil'in
Which do you find to be more storm worthy? From everything I've seen online they seem to come pretty close
On the CT last month the xmid took some real blows and did fine. I have just bought a new Enan. They have been out of stock the last few months. I think the xmid is a great tent but prefer a hoop style. The xmid pitches very tight. Secret is to stake it out real secure, and to use the pole guyouts. Without those pole guyouts the whole tent comes down if one corner stake fails. I had corners fail a couple times, but with the pole guyouts the tent was still secure, just folded in at one corner until I could re stake it. I have had Hilleberg tents for 25 years and I keep coming back to them. I think my lighter tent quest is over. There are too many pluses with the Enan. I'll deal with the little extra weight. Keep Smilin'
@@packtoter Will you be doing another comparision between the two? I'd like to see that because I'm in between the Enan and x-mid 1.
@Sam-nz9yn I will talk about both tents after the CT hike series finished. For me the difference came down to the Enan because it takes up less real estate, less tent to catch wind, faster and more efficient to pitch, less chance of failure in nasty weather. The plus for the xmid is more headroom, lighter because it's trekking pole supported, double vestibule, which I don't personally need. Also, I'm just used to the Akto and now Enan because I've had them for a quarter century. Keep Smilin'
I'm sure the Enan is a great tent and I agree with all your points here, but I just can't justify the price difference.
Very true. I was hooked on Hilleberg long before these multiple choices were available. The pricing has been pretty stable, but high. I think I paid almost $600 for my first one, 23 years ago. Keep Smilin'
I’m a bit shocked. 😮 I’d just keep both. 😊
That would make me Too (two) Tense (tents). Keep Smil'in
I'll buy your tent if you are selling
I have it on craigslist for $269. I would pay shipping in continental US. Will take it off if you are interested. Keep Smil'in
That’s the only thing I don’t LOVE about the xmid- it’s large footprint.
For some a larger footprint seems to be no problem. A lot of people love the duplex and the xmid 2. It's nice to have the extra room, but not worth it to me. I am always pushing the light limit at night and often have to take what I can get as far as camping spots. The smaller the footprint the larger number of spot options. From what I see on the market at this time the Hilleberg Enan is the sweet spot for me. I love the xmid design, material, and quality but not willing to give up the small footprint as little difference as it is. Keep Smilin'
😂 too tense 👌
Yes, now I wish I were too tense (two tents) I am looking to make a change and wish I'd kept the xmid 1p solid. Keep Smilin'
Jesus, can't compare the Xmid to that heavy coffin.
I did talk about weight in this video ua-cam.com/video/h6zNl9T47Ec/v-deo.html
I compare them only because they are the two tents I really like personally. The Hilleberg Enan is only 9 or 10 ounces heavier, that being the 9mm pole, which I carry in my storage hiking poles. It may be some folks coffin, but I consider a bivy a coffin. The Enan allows me (5'9") to sit up, pack up, vestibule storage, double wall protection, and venting options. All things not available in a bivy (coffin), I did the whole CDT in a bivy, so I know and appreciate all the benefits this Enan offers over that experience. Anyway, I appreciate the point of view, but the comparison is just to explain why I went back to the Enan after giving the Xmid a lot of testing. I still have it and I never say never. But at this point when I go out I always find myself opting for the Hilleberg. Keep Smi'in
If a small footprint is the primary driver, I would think a freestanding hooped bivy with a tarp would exceed either while still weighing less than the Hilleberg and costing a third. No stakes required, and you have a tarp for when you need extra covered space or want headroom. Or a square tarp can accomplish most of the above minus the bug net but still requires stakes.
Did the whole CDT in a hooped bivy almost 25 years ago. I won't be going back to a bivy. I'm too old to roll out of bed in the morning into a snowbank. But it worked for me then, so it is a viable option for those who feel that would work for them. Thanks for the suggestion. Keep Smil'in
Too much money for a hiliburg
They are expensive. But, I can say from experience they last for years. I had an Akto for 17 years and constant use. I sold it for half price when I decided to buy the Enan. It was still in great shape. The math is, nights in--money out. The more you use it, the less it costs per night. So the cheapest tent is the one you use the most. Keep Smilin'
? Terra Nova Laser Pulse Ultra 1 , thoughts?
Sleeps 1 , Weight 1lb 3oz/1lb 0oz
Number of doors 1
Packed size
31cm x 11cm
Season 3
Flysheet Ultra DCF 10000mm
Inner 7D Nylon Ripstop
Groundsheet
Waterbloc 10D Nylon Ripstop Silicone/Silicone 2000mm
Poles 8.7mm DAC
Pegs 8x Titanium 1g
Guylines 3x Dyneema Reflective
$$$ = Left Nut
Don't know anything about them. Have seen videos, but that's as far as my knowledge goes on this brand. Keep Smilin'