Durston Gear X-Mid 2p versus X-Mid Pro 2p; Which is Best?

Which is the best between the Silpoly X-Mid 2p and the DCF X-Mid Pro 2p? 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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[TheFleetcaptain]

Thank you for your review. I have the 2p and agree it is an excellent tent for solo trips. I have been able to set it up on almost all sites I go to, however, if the site I am going into is really tight for space, which I know from experience or research, or if I want to save a bit more weight, then I use my single pole Zpacks Altaplex. Another great tent as an option for solo campers.

[Mesolvely]

Best comparison between the 2 xmids. Well organized, detailed, concise, and enjoyable. Subscribed! Ty!!

[DrJohn]

Always like to tune in to your gear reviews and comparisons, they are top drawer. Even when I'm not in the market for upgraded gear. But gotta admit that some of us might want more of the whoops and hollers that come with your packrafting adventures 😉. And the scenery that comes with your hiking/backpacking treks.

[philliptaylor]

Other great informative video. Thanks. I love my XMid Standard 1p. Which your videos helped me decide on and so glad I did. Thanks again.

[VandrefalkTV]

Hey Dan! Appreciate the video! I always enjoy hearing your experiences with things. Thank you! All the best from Norway. 😊

[GarryCollins-ecyo]

I recently set up camp on a rock ledge with no place to use stakes. The Xmid pitch was not a pretty sight with many guy lines going long ways to far off bushes, wedged into cracks and even tied to rocks tossed over the edge. So I recently bought a favorite stand alone tent I've had in the past. Using it this past weekend I've come to realize even more why I like both of my Xmids so much.

[randyclark]

Hi Dan, I have been watching some of your videos on this hot afternoon in East central Illinois. I wanted to share with you about ultralight equipment that I still use to make my pack lighter. The first is my short Thermarest pad @ 8 oz, I use my pack for my feet. It helps with relaxing my legs and is just comfortable. The 2nd is a trail design caldera cones. I have the keg-f, it weighs 8 oz.
The GVP cook set, by Gossamer Gear. Weighs 3.8 oz. Like you cold breakfast and lunch hot dinner. But went cold soaking on a thru hike and didn't like it much. Plus having a stove if I want that hot coffee I can. I just turned 66 Friday so ultralight is important to me besides comfort and being safe. Enjoy your videos, do you do any big game hunting out there?
Thank you
Randy

[Telthar]

Recently ended up with a X-Mid Pro 2+ (as the 2 was sold out in the sil poly floor). At least, as a tall person, I can guarantee not having my head or feet touching the walls, this is a major bummer in the first tent I bought (semi-budget 4 season tent).

[MTtroutfisher]

Great comparison video! Both are such well-designed, high quality tents, either would be great but the DCF seems even better than my sil poly version in some ways. Thanks!

[DaftDart]

Excellent video. Saved me some money ahahah

[almashburn]

I have a pro 2 +, and I watched Mr. Durston's videos several times, and got fairly good pitches. However, I found it a lot easier for me to set the stakes along the seam lines diagonally first, then just pull the 3rd corner until it's tight in both directions (meaning a right angle) and then setting the rest of the stakes. I agree that the weight of a couple of small stakes to keep the vestibule in place when the door is open is not a big deal, or maybe you could find, somewhere out in the woods, a couple of sticks to act as stakes. :-) Using it in the Olympic mountains in Washington, where I live, I have been surprised at the lack of condensation problems. The only con I would ding on, is that with all the mesh, and air flow for stopping condensation, if you are in a very windy camp site, you will get a lot of wind in the tent and better have a good sleep system.

[MTtroutfisher]

Is the DCF version more noisy in the wind? Not a huge deal but sometimes it seems like they are.

[MTtroutfisher]

Btw, what stakes do you prefer these days?