X-Mid Pro 2

Originally we did not use DCF floors because we don't think the commonly used 1.0 oz DCF is ideal for a floor application. It works and we haven't been opposed to it, but we don't think it's compelling choice because 1.0 oz DCF is not substantially better for durability or weight savings compared to our 15D silnylon floor, yet it increases the cost and bulk (packed size) of the tent.

However, we have implemented a new version of DCF for our floors as an industry first. This new version reduces the weight and bulk while preserving the durability, such that it offers similar performance as 1.0oz DCF while being lighter and packing smaller.

This addresses our previous critiques of 1.0 oz DCF. Our DCF floor still is more expensive than silnylon, but offers additional weight savings. Choose the silnylon floor for the best value and/or smallest packed size, or choose the DCF floor for the absolute lowest weight and faster drying.

The floor width of the X-Mid Pro 2 will vary depending on how high it is pitched. With a low pitch the floor will be wider and can fit two wide (25") tapered pads by placing them opposite ways, or placing them side by side and splaying out the walls a bit.

However, the larger X-Mid Pro 2+ provides those extra inches of width that are needed to easily fit all wide pads including two wide rectangular pads. If you plan to use two wide pads we recommend the 2+ model.

No. We recommend that two people sleep the same way. The sleeping area is a bit different on each side, but the tent is quite spacious with 20-35% more interior volume than its main competitors, so two people can sleep the same way.

Compared to most trekking pole tents, the X-Mid’s diagonal ridgeline is substantially longer, which gives greater headroom in the tent. This extra headroom is gained diagonally, so two opposite corners get outstanding headroom, while the other two corners have more regular head room. You could sleep opposite so both people get extra head clearance, but when sleeping the same way the person on the regular side still has as much head clearance than competing tents.

Here is a diagram to show the floorplan. When the person on the lower side slides down, that leaves gear storage at the end and both people in a normal side by side position.

However, if you would like truly generous space for two people sleeping the same way then we recommend our larger X-Mid Pro 2+ option which has less rotation on the ridgeline and taller peaks for more consistent headroom on both sides including the lower side still having more head clearance than it's main competitors.

A singlewall tent is when the floor of the tent is sewn to the fly so the canopy has just one layer instead of having a second inner layer of bug mesh or fabric. The X-Mid Pro is singlewall in some parts (ends, roof) but still doublewall in other areas (sides) so it can be called a hybrid tent.

The design is 100% bug proof and brings substantial weight savings. The downsides are that you don’t have the ability to use the fly and inner separately, and that there aren’t mesh inner walls in all areas to prevent you from touching the fly if there is condensation.

The X-Mid Pro 2 has every possible advantage to minimize condensation (e.g. large peak vents, spacious) and it is not more prone to condensation than other tents, but if condensation does occur you do need to be more careful not to touch it. The X-Mid Pro makes this easier than most single wall tents because it is more spacious, has mesh walls on both sides, and has steep end walls to avoid contact.

The X-Mid Pro 2 has a length inside the fly that is 6″ longer than it’s main competitors because the X-Mid, Zpacks Duplex, and HMG Unbound are all 100″ long but in the X-Mid Pro you sleep on a 20 degree angle to the fly so the length inside the fly is 106″. The floor is still 90″ but this longer fly gives headroom and clearance at both ends.

When sleeping two people in the tent we recommend it up to 6’4″. That is a realistic estimate of what we think 90% of people would agree with (not some inflated marketing answer) but the actual outcome varies depending on several factors including how thick your pad is, if you use a pillow, how large your sleeping bag is, how straight you sleep (e.g. side vs back sleepers), and how much space you think is enough. If you have a bulky setup and want a lot of extra room you might only find it suitable to 6’0″ whereas if you have a compact setup and aren’t too fussy it can work to 6’6″+. We recommend sleeping in the same direction, but note that the headwall will be steeper for one person than the other, so if one person is taller we recommend they sleep on the steeper headwall side for a bit more clearance at their head end. If you are considering using this tent solo, the parallelogram floor gives one diagonal that is very long and we think it works well for up to 7’0″.

The 15D floor is more durable than the floors in many ultralight tents which can be 7-10D fabrics or 0.8 – 1.0 oz composites. We have selected this 15D material because it is durable to use without the added weight and hassle of groundsheet, provided care is used not to pitch on harsh surfaces like gravel, pine needles, or bedrock. However, for a cleaner floor or use on harsher surfaces, we offer a groundsheet.

The X-Mid geometry is the most volumetrically efficient shape possible. Thus, it is impossible to design a lighter tent unless you use lighter materials, cut features, or make it smaller.

With the X-Mid Pro we have combined the X-Mid geometry with Dyneema fabrics to create the world's lightest 2P tent. It is still quite spacious and stormworthy, so we are not aware of a lighter 2P tent but it is possible that eventually someone will design an even lighter tent by making it smaller, less durable, and less functional. Even if that happens, we are confident the X-Mid Pro 2 provides the best ratio of space and protection for the weight.

For 2024 we have sourced premium stakes from DAC that offer excellent performance.

Our stake kit includes 8 stakes total in two sizes. Four of the stakes are large 8" DAC J stakes weighing 16g each and offering excellent strength and holding power (better than even full size MSR Groundhogs stakes). These are ideal for the four corners of the tent.

The other four stakes are a smaller 6" version of the DAC J stake weighing just 7g each. We recommend using these at any optional stake points you may choose to use.