We've been excited to test this one out, and we hope you found the details helpful. Let us know your thoughts, or if you have any questions about the tent, feel free to ask. 🏕️
Best review of this tent's sizing and features so far. Hopefully, Mr Durston will make future versions a few inches longer for taller folks? Taller-folks, who pitch stakeless whenever possible?
Glad you're liking the tent. Thanks for putting this together. For the gap along the back wall, this should improve if the 4 corners are staked out because it will pull that fabric tighter (not hang in), but also if you don't want to do that then lengthening the webbing at the corner is counter intuitive, but actually makes the bottom edge of the fly tighter too, to improve the separation along the back wall. - Dan
Dan, I have the issue in 8:37 too. Is there any good workaround for that? I haven't used it "in production" yet, but I put it up in my home to check. It felt like the rest of the tent becomes unstable or the tension on the pipes gets a bit weird. That side is way closer to the inner tent than all other sides. Maybe this was by design, maybe this isn't a problem when properly staking it out, but seeing this in the video made me go "that's what I noticed too".
@@TrudleR I've put a lot of effort in to having the tent pitch well without any stakes, but it is hard to get everything tight and space using only the tension from the pole set because a light poleset just doesn't put that much tension on the tent body. My experience with the back wall is that the spacing is good even without stakes, but if you having a different experience that could be for a few reasons. The main is that if you try to adjust the fly too tight at the corners it actually pulls the pole corners in (if they are not staked out) and makes the bottom edge of the fly looser, so it hangs in. If you extend the straps at the corners, the base of the fly will be tighter and improve the separation here. Aside from that, if the 4 corners are staked out that is going to do an even better job of tensioning the fly. So just staking out the 4 corners to pull the bottom edge of the fly tight will likely give a good gap here. You could additionally stake out the center of this side but it shouldn't be needed if you do these other options.
Excellent review showing this new tent. In particular, thank you for showing and describing the sleeping pad inside the tent (by itself and with you at 6'0" on it) so that viewers can better appreciate the dimensions of the tent. As an individual on the taller side (6'9"), this is very helpful for all viewers to understand and evaluate gear. I'm very impressed with this tent, and this review also demonstrates visually and verbally the space inside. I look forward to seeing the two person, which may (hopefully) be able to accommodate taller hikers.
Thanks for the feedback! Glad the sleeping pad demo was helpful. It’ll be interesting to see how the 2-person version works for taller hikers. Appreciate you watching!
Really well shot video, great job, looks like the tent will be awesome. I'm looking to see an extreme wind video with the hiking poles set up, I think it might be bomber.
The only problem I can foresee and this was pointed out by another reviewer is that there is no guy out points on the larger sides. If the wind shifts direction then the tent will deform badly if the wind is strong enough. That’s one advantage the XMids have over this one. Having said that, I am probably going to buy it any way as it looks perfect for my adventures. Yes I’m inconsistent lol
Ordered and received mine and really looking forward to using it. Your set up video, along with Dan's (of course!) really helps. I bought the 1P Solid last year for a Bikepacking trip and I may or may not keep it. It has sooo much vestibule space that I used and appreciated, etc. And once you get the hang of setting it up, it's pretty simple. But I too like the idea of all that extra room next to your hips on up towards your head... decisions, decisions! Durston all the way regardless...
Looks like a great tent design, especially the extra space for a one person tent but I prefer two doors for cross ventilation as it gets pretty humid where I camp. Great review! Thanks!
Thanks! Glad you liked the review. It’s a great design, and the extra space definitely makes it stand out. I agree-two doors are ideal for better ventilation, especially in humid conditions. It’ll be interesting to see if they include two doors in the 2-person version!
Hi, nice review. I put the cross bar on top and that seemed to work better for me when clipping the outer on. I agree with your comment about the buckles, and was wondering how long before I break one? I’ll have to be careful. Happy trails, enjoy your x-dome😊
First time viewer of your channel and I'm impressed that you covered all the salient points that others miss, great job! As for the tent, I'm still conflicted if it's right for me as an E-Bike tourer? It's perfect weight, design and quality but the poles are a problem (they're a little bit long for bike packing), I'll keep mulling it over for now.
You are very thorough in showing how to set it up. Much appreciated. I am wondering how big is the footprint for this tent. Also how is it attached? I can see the footprint you have is from another tent.
Hi, thanks for the walk round. Have you noticed the missing seam tape on the front diagonal seams? whats your thoughts on Durston not Taping them and saying the seam construction doesn't need tape? cheers
Thanks for pointing that out. We didn’t notice the missing tape on the front diagonal seams, but we’d assume the Durston team took that into consideration during the design process. I guess we’ll have to see how it performs in heavy rain.
Each bottom side and the door corner can be pulled out. There are loops halfway up each corner pole for additional pull-out support, if needed. Loops are also located on the vent openings and at the peaks. Note that guy-out lines are not included.
"titanium shepherds' hooks"?? Why not the far better aluminum MSR Ground Hog stakes? My 4 season solo tent is a Tarptent Moment DW. Enough room , 2 doors, 2 vestibules and excellent ventilation. I have the "solid" wall inner tent version W/mesh vent panels at the top. But yeah, it ain't free standing. No big deal for me. My 3 season solo is a Tarptent NOTCH Li. But it COULD work in a freak autumn or spring snowfall. TIP: Leave the inner attached to the flys so you can set up quickly and keep the inner dry in a storm when setting up or striking the tent. I do it with all my Tarptent double wall tents.
We have a few Shepard hooks that we aren’t using is the only reason. If I were to purchase new ones we would get more MSR Groundhog Minis like we use on our Copper Spur.
We don’t have personal experience with these, but you might want to check out the REI Co-op Passage 1 tent. It would be cheaper, but it’s much heavier and looks like they no longer make it. You may still be able to find a used one. Also, REI currently has the Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL1 on sale, which is a lightweight option with a side entrance and a decent vestibule if you're looking for something compact and functional.
You claim that "there's a ton of room on the head end of this tent"... but it doesn'l look like it when you lay down. You're 6 feet tall but I am pretty sure you don't sleep with your feet in a 90 degree angle, like you show in the video, so how much space is there really? When you half-lay your feet are touching the fly, which doesn't seem like there is "plenty of space".
There are a couple inches past the sleeping pad for length and the inner is not resting on your head when you lay down like can happen in the X-Mid with 2 people. I suppose it depends on the person but I find the tent very roomy.
There are several inches to adjust the sleeping pad around if needed, which helps maximize the available space. For me, being able to sit up, hang out, and get dressed comfortably in nearly any part of the tent is what defines it as roomy. That said, if having significant space beyond your sleeping pad or extra length is a priority, especially for taller folks, this tent might not be the best fit.
We've been excited to test this one out, and we hope you found the details helpful. Let us know your thoughts, or if you have any questions about the tent, feel free to ask. 🏕️
Best review of this tent's sizing and features so far. Hopefully, Mr Durston will make future versions a few inches longer for taller folks? Taller-folks, who pitch stakeless whenever possible?
Glad you're liking the tent. Thanks for putting this together.
For the gap along the back wall, this should improve if the 4 corners are staked out because it will pull that fabric tighter (not hang in), but also if you don't want to do that then lengthening the webbing at the corner is counter intuitive, but actually makes the bottom edge of the fly tighter too, to improve the separation along the back wall.
- Dan
Thanks so much! 😀 It’s a great design with excellent materials. Looking forward to seeing what the 2-person version will look like.
When is the 2 person coming out in this model??
Early next year@@aqua.scape69
Dan, I have the issue in 8:37 too. Is there any good workaround for that? I haven't used it "in production" yet, but I put it up in my home to check. It felt like the rest of the tent becomes unstable or the tension on the pipes gets a bit weird. That side is way closer to the inner tent than all other sides. Maybe this was by design, maybe this isn't a problem when properly staking it out, but seeing this in the video made me go "that's what I noticed too".
@@TrudleR I've put a lot of effort in to having the tent pitch well without any stakes, but it is hard to get everything tight and space using only the tension from the pole set because a light poleset just doesn't put that much tension on the tent body. My experience with the back wall is that the spacing is good even without stakes, but if you having a different experience that could be for a few reasons. The main is that if you try to adjust the fly too tight at the corners it actually pulls the pole corners in (if they are not staked out) and makes the bottom edge of the fly looser, so it hangs in. If you extend the straps at the corners, the base of the fly will be tighter and improve the separation here.
Aside from that, if the 4 corners are staked out that is going to do an even better job of tensioning the fly. So just staking out the 4 corners to pull the bottom edge of the fly tight will likely give a good gap here. You could additionally stake out the center of this side but it shouldn't be needed if you do these other options.
Excellent review showing this new tent. In particular, thank you for showing and describing the sleeping pad inside the tent (by itself and with you at 6'0" on it) so that viewers can better appreciate the dimensions of the tent. As an individual on the taller side (6'9"), this is very helpful for all viewers to understand and evaluate gear. I'm very impressed with this tent, and this review also demonstrates visually and verbally the space inside. I look forward to seeing the two person, which may (hopefully) be able to accommodate taller hikers.
Thanks for the feedback! Glad the sleeping pad demo was helpful. It’ll be interesting to see how the 2-person version works for taller hikers. Appreciate you watching!
Just got the x-dome for my son for xmas - forgot to check, but looks like it will fit his 25x78" pad? (He's 6'4")
6'9"!! how do you find a tent to fit into!?
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Really well shot video, great job, looks like the tent will be awesome. I'm looking to see an extreme wind video with the hiking poles set up, I think it might be bomber.
I bought it too. The problem is that they should add tie rods at the bottom because in case of wind it deforms and by doing so the poles could break.
The only problem I can foresee and this was pointed out by another reviewer is that there is no guy out points on the larger sides. If the wind shifts direction then the tent will deform badly if the wind is strong enough. That’s one advantage the XMids have over this one. Having said that, I am probably going to buy it any way as it looks perfect for my adventures. Yes I’m inconsistent lol
Remember that you can insert your trekking poles in the event of strong winds.
Ordered and received mine and really looking forward to using it. Your set up video, along with Dan's (of course!) really helps. I bought the 1P Solid last year for a Bikepacking trip and I may or may not keep it. It has sooo much vestibule space that I used and appreciated, etc. And once you get the hang of setting it up, it's pretty simple. But I too like the idea of all that extra room next to your hips on up towards your head... decisions, decisions! Durston all the way regardless...
Looks like a great tent design, especially the extra space for a one person tent but I prefer two doors for cross ventilation as it gets pretty humid where I camp. Great review! Thanks!
Thanks! Glad you liked the review. It’s a great design, and the extra space definitely makes it stand out. I agree-two doors are ideal for better ventilation, especially in humid conditions. It’ll be interesting to see if they include two doors in the 2-person version!
Perfect size and brilliant design. I am impressed.
Ordered one for moto-camping! Can't wait!
Nice! Moto-camping sounds like fun.
Hi, nice review. I put the cross bar on top and that seemed to work better for me when clipping the outer on. I agree with your comment about the buckles, and was wondering how long before I break one? I’ll have to be careful. Happy trails, enjoy your x-dome😊
I will have to try the cross bar on top next time. 😀
Looks like a nice tent. With a large/long wide pad it may be a tight fit even at an angle.
First time viewer of your channel and I'm impressed that you covered all the salient points that others miss, great job! As for the tent, I'm still conflicted if it's right for me as an E-Bike tourer? It's perfect weight, design and quality but the poles are a problem (they're a little bit long for bike packing), I'll keep mulling it over for now.
You are very thorough in showing how to set it up. Much appreciated. I am wondering how big is the footprint for this tent. Also how is it attached? I can see the footprint you have is from another tent.
Mine arrived in the mail today 😊
Nice! 😀
I love multipurpose gears. The fly+poles double duties as a kite when I’m bored ⛺️ 🪁
😂
Great review
Thank You! Appreciate the feedback.
Hi, thanks for the walk round. Have you noticed the missing seam tape on the front diagonal seams? whats your thoughts on Durston not Taping them and saying the seam construction doesn't need tape? cheers
Thanks for pointing that out. We didn’t notice the missing tape on the front diagonal seams, but we’d assume the Durston team took that into consideration during the design process. I guess we’ll have to see how it performs in heavy rain.
Great video. Very informative. How many guyout points are on the fly? And where are they located?
Each bottom side and the door corner can be pulled out. There are loops halfway up each corner pole for additional pull-out support, if needed. Loops are also located on the vent openings and at the peaks. Note that guy-out lines are not included.
Should the
cross member be over top or underneath the other supports? The exterior top cross member.
I zoomed in on the Durston video and it appears to me that it was on the bottom. That was my best guess.
It looks promising for bikepacking. Why does the door in the inner tent not have white material?
Good question. Probably to save on weight but not sure.
Great overview .. thank you! Is that a Durston groudsheet?
No. That is an old Big Agnes ground sheet I like to reuse on other tents.
Do you think it will fit a 26 inch pad like the new therm a rest neoloft?
We think the 25” fits well. A 26” would probably work, but it might push the bathtub floor down a bit.
I’m waiting for the dyneema version.
dyneema will save 500g.....out of your wallet...😂 just joking...i also anticipate the dyneema variant....
@@niam550 haha! Less is more!
Would prefer, and looking forward to, a solid variant
"titanium shepherds' hooks"?? Why not the far better aluminum MSR Ground Hog stakes?
My 4 season solo tent is a Tarptent Moment DW. Enough room , 2 doors, 2 vestibules and excellent ventilation. I have the "solid" wall inner tent version W/mesh vent panels at the top. But yeah, it ain't free standing. No big deal for me. My 3 season solo is a Tarptent NOTCH Li. But it COULD work in a freak autumn or spring snowfall.
TIP: Leave the inner attached to the flys so you can set up quickly and keep the inner dry in a storm when setting up or striking the tent. I do it with all my Tarptent double wall tents.
We have a few Shepard hooks that we aren’t using is the only reason. If I were to purchase new ones we would get more MSR Groundhog Minis like we use on our Copper Spur.
Anyone know of a tent like this set up thats not so expensive? I need a 1 person tent on a budget that has a big vestibule area.
We don’t have personal experience with these, but you might want to check out the REI Co-op Passage 1 tent. It would be cheaper, but it’s much heavier and looks like they no longer make it. You may still be able to find a used one. Also, REI currently has the Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL1 on sale, which is a lightweight option with a side entrance and a decent vestibule if you're looking for something compact and functional.
Quite a gap at the bottom… wind here would get right under that and tear it to pieces.
You claim that "there's a ton of room on the head end of this tent"... but it doesn'l look like it when you lay down. You're 6 feet tall but I am pretty sure you don't sleep with your feet in a 90 degree angle, like you show in the video, so how much space is there really? When you half-lay your feet are touching the fly, which doesn't seem like there is "plenty of space".
There are a couple inches past the sleeping pad for length and the inner is not resting on your head when you lay down like can happen in the X-Mid with 2 people. I suppose it depends on the person but I find the tent very roomy.
@ExploreTrekAdventure Your feet touched the fly. How can that be roomy?
There are several inches to adjust the sleeping pad around if needed, which helps maximize the available space. For me, being able to sit up, hang out, and get dressed comfortably in nearly any part of the tent is what defines it as roomy. That said, if having significant space beyond your sleeping pad or extra length is a priority, especially for taller folks, this tent might not be the best fit.
I think ill stay with my 2 person solid x mid
The x mid is still a great tent.
Did you and kelly have room for 2
Inside this tent? No
Did you even watch the video?