Durston X Mid pro 2p+

The pinnacle of ultralight tent design

The X-Mid Pro 2+ is the perfect tent for couples looking for a super-light but storm-resistant palace for the wilderness. It builds on the award-winning X-Mid Pro design and expands to a larger 2+ size that weighs just 545g (19.2oz) - making it the world's lightest tent that can accommodate two wide sleeping pads. Not only is the X-Mid Pro 2+ an incredibly light and spacious tent, it's also impressively capable thanks to the Dyneema® composite materials (DCF) and the X-Mid geometry, which is more weight-efficient to offer better storm resistance while retaining the simplicity and ease of use that X-Mid tents are known for.


A spacious tent

The X-Mid Pro 2+ takes the already roomy X-Mid geometry (which naturally increases internal volume) and enlarges it to create an extra-large 2P tent that is palatial for two people and optimized for sleeping two people in the same direction (head to head).

Compared to the regular X-Mid Pro 2, the floor has been widened from 117 cm to 132 cm to accommodate all wide sleeping pads (64 cm). No other tent in the same weight class can accommodate wide rectangular sleeping pads like this tent does. The already excellent headroom has also been increased with a higher peak height of 124 cm, providing extra headroom and steeper end walls to increase the usable length for hikers up to 198 cm. We've also reduced the twist of the diagonal roofline to create a more even headspace on both sides, optimizing the tent for two people sleeping in the same direction. Compared to competing A-frame style tents, both sides of the X-Mid Pro 2+ have significantly more headroom.

What hasn't changed are the generous double vestibules, which are large enough to accommodate the largest backpacks and position the head area comfortably next to the door instead of blocking it.

Storm-proof

The X-Mid Pro 2+ has an excellent ability to withstand storms thanks to the extremely strong Dyneema composite material combined with the high-performance X-Mid shape. X-Mid has the ideal shape for wind and snow as the geometry gives all panels slopes that are consistent and moderate. There are no horizontal roof panels to trap snow, or vertical side panels to trap wind. The tent sets up stably with only 4 pegs, while top and side panel guy lines can be added along with 8 extra peg points around the base if conditions require it.

More than just survival, the X-Mid Pro 2+ keeps you comfortable in tough conditions with its sheltered set-up (keeps the floor dry when setting up in the rain), sheltered entrances (keeps the rain out even when open), dual top vents that minimize condensation, and a full rainfly that can extend low to the ground to block rain splashes and drafts, but can also be raised for increased ventilation. Competing tents trim away the bottom of the rainfly to save weight, but this leaves you more exposed to drafts and rain spray. The X-Mid Pro 2 further improves comfort in tough weather with its large interior space and generous vestibules.

Easy to use

The X-Mid Pro+ retains the ease of use for which X-Mid tents are highly regarded. Unlike most trekking pole tents, the rectangular X-Mid has a simple 4-pole setup with no mandatory support guy lines, no measuring or estimating weird angles, and no stays.

Once set up, the intuitive minimalism continues with magnetic door buttons, entrances unblocked by poles, vestibules that place the main area next to the entrance instead of blocking it, a tensioned floor that lies stretched and wrinkle-free, and zippers that can be operated with one hand.

The X-Mid Pro also has a remarkably small pack size due to the efficient use of materials, less bulky floor material, and the absence of stays that complicate the pitching of the tent.

The X-Mid design was created for tough conditions where you need a shelter that works, and this elegant and capable simplicity continues in the X-Mid Pro 1.

Our thoughtful design includes an ultra-lightweight 4-pole setup, magnetic door buttons for easy one-handed operation, entrances that aren't blocked by poles, large vestibules that position the main area to the side of the entrance instead of blocking it, a tensioned floor that lies stretched and wrinkle-free, zippers that can be operated with one hand, and dual interior pockets.

The quality

Beyond the high-performance design, the X-Mid Pro has industry-leading quality. It starts with using premium materials like Dyneema and assembling them at the most experienced tent factory in the world for DCF.

We use hot-bond construction to create Dyneema seams that are stronger, look cleaner and retain better strength at extreme temperatures. We also use a proprietary twisting process for DCF so the shape is more stable over time and doesn't deform or shrink to create wavy zippers like most other DCF tents. In addition, we use thoughtful design and reinforcements to avoid loading the fabric diagonally (on the 'bias') which increases costs but prevents premature degradation.

Awards:

Gear of the Year- Bikepacking.com

Durston's lofty claims, especially compared to some other great shelters, are surprisingly valid...it proved to be outstanding in its class.

Backpacker Magazine
"Simpler than just about any other trekking-pole tent. It's hard to beat the simple but effective design"

Backpacking Light
""If you want the highest-quality and best-performing ultralight shelter on the market, the X-Mid Pro should top your list."

The trek
"Simply the best tent...an impenetrable bunker, super high quality, easy to setup. We couldn't have been more pleased."

Advantage Alan
"No other tent on the market gives you this much livable area for so little weight....an incredible tent design"


Road Trail Run
"The X-Mid Pro 1 is a head- and foot-room king. The hype is real...the easy setup and interior space exceeded my expectations."

PATENTED GEOMETRY

The X-Mid shape has been developed from the first principles of basic geometry to be as weight efficient, simple and functional as possible.

This includes avoiding all the common pitfalls of trekking pole tents, such as a complicated setup, mandatory support guy lines, poles blocking the entrances and lack of interior space.

Specifications

WEIGHT

• Tent:
  545 g (19.2 oz) with DCF floor or 610 g (21.5 oz) with Silnylon floor.

• Packing bag:
  8 g (0.3 oz) with DCF or 12 g (0.4 oz) with Silnylon.

• Tent pegs (optional):
  DAC J Tent pegs (4 x 15 cm @ 7 g; 4 x 20 cm @ 16 g).

• Typical set (tent, bag, 6 tent pegs):
  630 g (22.2 oz) with DCF floor or 698 g (24.6 oz) with Silnylon floor.

 

X-Mid Pro 2+:
Main competitors

• Floor width:

  • 132 cm / 52"

• Fits two wide rectangular sleeping pads:

  • Yes

• Length (inside the outer tent):

  • 270 cm / 106"

• Length (floor):

  • 230 cm / 90"

MATERIAL


- 0,55 oz Dyneema CF in Spruce Green

Floor material

- 15D Sil/PEU nylon (gray) or custom DCF (white)

Zippers on the rain cover

- YKK #3 AquaGuard

Interior door zippers

- YKK #3

WARRANTY

2 years warranty


Which floor should I choose?

Compared to our 15D woven floor, we find that the durability is similar for the two flooring options. The DCF has the advantage of resisting tearing while the woven floor has the advantage of abrasion, but overall durability is quite similar. Therefore, the decision on which floor to choose depends mostly on cost and weight. The DCF floors have a higher cost but allow for an additional weight savings of about 2 oz / about 60 grams.

In addition to these main considerations, there are some minor considerations. A woven floor has the advantage of packing even less and the silicone coating on the bottom can be reapplied in the future if needed, while a DCF floor dries faster and is quieter. Both floors can be repaired with repair tape, but repair tapes for DCF match the material in color and look better.

In conclusion, we recommend choosing the woven floor for the best value and smallest pack size, or choosing the DCF floor for the absolute lowest weight and faster drying.