Durston Gear X-Mid 1 Ultralight Tent
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PINNACLE OF LIGHTWEIGHT TENT DESIGN.
The X-Mid 1 has been developed from the first principles of geometry to achieve the most weight efficient, simple to use, and storm worthy design for a trekking pole shelter. The result is a double wall tent that is incredibly user friendly, capable and spacious while weighing just 28 oz (795 g). As a result, it has become one of the most awarded tents in recent years including awards for best tent from The Trek, OutdoorGearLab, Section Hiker and numerous other respected outlets.
As an incredibly well rounded, spacious, and capable shelter, the X-Mid 1 is the ideal ultralight tent for everything from a long thru hike to a remote adventure in Alaska. That's why the X-Mid 1 has become both the most popular and highest rated 1P tent on all three triple crown trails (Applachian Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and Pacific Crest Trail) according to hiker surveys by The Trek and Halfway Anywhere.
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KEY FEATURES OF THE X-MID 1
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STORMWORTHY - Most ultralight tents are designed more as fair weather shelters, and thus compromise storm worthiness and protection for weight savings such as using lighter coatings that are barely waterproof, extremely thin fabrics, cutting away areas of the fly which leaves you most exposed, and omitting important features like peak vents and guy out points.
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USER FRIENDLY - Simplicity and user friendliness are a major focus for the X-Mid because the last thing you want in bad weather or at the end of a long day is a tent that is a hassle to use. We avoid complexity and improve the user experience with our focus on first principles design, combined with obsessive attention to detail and extensive real-world validation.
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SPACIOUS - The X-Mid geometry maximises the space possible from two poles by using a diagonal ridgeline that positions the two poles further apart, while avoiding placing the poles near the edges that would detract from wind performance.
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QUALITY - The tent is crafted at arguably the best and most experienced tent factory in the world using premium components, full double stitching, double folded edges, and generous bar tacking.
- PATENTED GEOMETRY - The X-Mid shape has been developed from the first principles of geometry to be as weight efficient, simple, and functional as possible.
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SIZE + SPECIFICATIONS
WEIGHT -
Fly - 17.3 oz / 490 g
Inner Tent - 10.7 oz / 305 g
Complete Tent - 28 oz / 795 g
Stuff Sack - 0.4 oz / 12 g
Stakes - 4 @ 6″ (8.5 g ea) and 4 @ 7″ (12 g ea) (INCLUDED)
Typical Setup - (Tent, Sack, 6 Stakes)
30.8 oz / 875 g (tent, stuff sacks, 6 stakes)
DIMENSIONS -
Floor Length - 90" / 2.3 m
Floor Width - 32" / 81 cm
Floor Area - 20 sq ft / 1.85 sq m
Peak Height - 46" / 117 cm
Fly Footprint - 67 x 100" / 170 x 254 cm
Vestibule Area - 11.5 sq ft x 2 / 1.1 sq m x 2
Packed Size - 12 x 5" / 30 x 13 cm
MATERIALS -
Canopy Fabric - 20D Sil/PE Polyester 3500mm HH in Sage
Floor Fabric - 20D Sil/PE Polyester 3500mm HH in Grey
Fly Zippers - YKK #3 AquaGuard with buckle
Inner Zippers - YKK #3
WARRANTY -
2 years -
REVIEWS
"This is the only ultralight option I have found that gives up nothing to a standard backpacking tent. In fact the fly-first pitch is superior to the standard tents. Terrific tent, thank you."
"Solid, versatile, well thought out piece of gear. Lots of nice little surprise features that add to a great experience pitching and living in the tent. The ability to pitch it low to the ground for storms was really nice."
"Perfect, light, brilliance ant design." -
WHAT WE THINK
The Durston Gear X-Mid 1 Ultralight Tent is widely praised for its excellent balance of lightness and comfort, making it our top choice for solo backpackers.
The tent is easy to set up, with a design that allows for quick assembly and reliable stability. Inside, it offers surprising space, with enough headroom and room for gear, making it feel less cramped than many other ultralight options. The ventilation system is particularly effective, helping to minimise condensation and keep air flowing even in damp conditions. Despite its minimalist approach, the tent holds up well in rain and wind, offering solid weather protection. -
Weight
795 g
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Season Rating
3-Season
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Jim De'Ath, Managing Director