Durston - X-Dome 2

With our doublewall tents including the X-Dome the fly can be rolled back as much as you want. You can expose a corner or two (I show this in the pitching video) or the entire interior. So the X-Dome 2 can have any amount of ventilation from fully covered to 100% inner exposed. The regular X-Mid can do this too, but the singlewall Pro version has the fly and inner attached so the versatility is less.

The first run of the X-Dome 2 probably is going to sell out fairly fast, but it won't be 3 minutes. That was during peak covid. I expect it'll last at least a day. The X-Dome 1+ a few months ago was about 2 days. One nice thing with the trekking pole implementation on the X-Dome is that the poles aren't simply vertical supports (which helps with snow loads) but they are counter balanced (angled against each other) so they are more stable for side to side forces like high winds too, and they directly support the sidewalls from deflection. Our video explains how this helps more. For Europe taxes, most of the tax is VAT which applies on any tent (purchased locally or abroad) and the difference is mostly that you pay it separately when buying abroad instead of it being included in a higher price. Europe also has a 12% duty on tents, which is similar where it applies to most tents and the difference is usually just whether it is included in a higher price or charged separately.

The X-Dome 2 is silpoly (vs DCF) and doublewall (vs singlewall) and more spacious, so it won't be as light. The X-Dome 1+ is about the same weight, but obviously the 2P version will weigh more.

Durston X-dome has treated me well

I got my Super Alloy 3p for $200 the last time Marmot put it on sale. The tent color is a bit obnoxious, but it is super light and works well for my son and I. Marmot should be starting their Black Friday sale any day now. The Durston X-Dome is a free standing tent, the X-Mid is a trekking pole shelter. Of all the trekking pole shelters out there it is about the easier to setup with only 4 stakes and two trekking poles needed to pitch it. Going with a 25" wide pads makes a big difference for comfort. Thicker pads (3" of more) also help quite a bit especially for side sleepers.

If you're spending that much get a Durston X-Dome. They make thoughtful, light gear.

That is a great overnighter, but is too big, heavy, and bulky for someone of your size to through-hike with. Look into a Durston--either an X-Mid 1 if you are comfortable using a trekking pole tent, or the new X-Dome if you prefer the simplicity of a freestanding tent. Each costs less than a couple of the chiropractor appointments that you will be able to avoid.

The Durston x-dome would be perfect with a child that age

This is the one I'm stalking. Waiting for a short pole update some time next year, but I know not everyone cares about/prefers that so you'd be good to go on that front. Love that: * It sets up fly first without needing to buy/pack a footprint (& can even store the inner pre-attached to genuinely set the whole thing up without having to crawl around inside the fly) * It's big enough to store some stuff inside the tent alongside a 25" pad (ha, and/or dog), though there's a true full 2p coming with vestibules on both sides etc if that's preferable. * The vestibule doesn't block the door * It's got a strip of draft panel between the floor & mesh that doesn't obstruct views from the door. * It's got 42" of headroom height and is relatively spacious while still fitting easily at crowded sites/tent platforms * It has magnetic tie backs to open the fly & vestibule up but also a hangover on top so that the inner remains relatively protected from rain when it's open/being opened. * It's made of a material that doesn't sag in the rain * It's got a pleasant semi-stealthy moss green colour * It's fairly priced for its light weight & quality, especially relative to a lot of bikepacking tents out there rn. But still waiting on those shorter poles for me (Durston's said maybe some time in 2025 - per his replies in the comments here - https://bikepacking.com/news/durston-x-dome-1-tent-pre-order/ - but no guarantees when. )

Also tarptent arcdome and durston x-dome.

I have a Stratospire 2 and my hiking buddy has the Durston 2P, and we've used both. The Stratospire is a palace, especially when you consider the huge vestibules. It is excellent if you have a dog, for instance, or plan to be inside the tent for longer periods of time. When my 2 boys were young, I fit my 25 inch pad and both of their 20-inch pads in the Stratospire no problem. Setup is fine. The Durston is the one we carry now on our trips. It's lighter and roomy enough for us since we don't stay in it very long.

I've used the X-Mid 1 for 4 years, 2000+ miles. It would be a good, light weight choice for under $300.

Of the two you've linked the Indie is the better tent - has more space and headroom. The Ranger is a coffin - might as well get a bivybag. Some other options: [Macpac Sololight](https://www.macpac.co.nz/macpac-sololight-1-person-tent-v3/121720.html?dwvar_121720_color=Citronelle%2FWoodbine&dwvar_121720_clearance=no) [Macpac Microlight](https://www.macpac.co.nz/macpac-microlight-1-person-tent/114084.html?dwvar_114084_color=Kiwi&dwvar_114084_clearance=no) [Macpac Duolight](https://www.macpac.co.nz/macpac-duolight-2-person-tent-v3/121721.html?dwvar_121721_color=Citronelle%2FWoodbine&dwvar_121721_clearance=no) On Aliexpress, search for 3F UL gear lanshan 1 pro or 2 pro [The Durston X-Mid 1 and 2 ](https://durstongear.com/pages/tents)are great tents but need trekking poles or sticks for for support. A 3mx3m square flat tarp is what I use when the sandflies/mosquitoes aren't bad.

Of the two you've linked the Indie is the better tent - has more space and headroom. The Ranger is a coffin - might as well get a bivybag. Some other options: [Macpac Sololight](https://www.macpac.co.nz/macpac-sololight-1-person-tent-v3/121720.html?dwvar_121720_color=Citronelle%2FWoodbine&dwvar_121720_clearance=no) [Macpac Microlight](https://www.macpac.co.nz/macpac-microlight-1-person-tent/114084.html?dwvar_114084_color=Kiwi&dwvar_114084_clearance=no) [Macpac Duolight](https://www.macpac.co.nz/macpac-duolight-2-person-tent-v3/121721.html?dwvar_121721_color=Citronelle%2FWoodbine&dwvar_121721_clearance=no) On Aliexpress, search for 3F UL gear lanshan 1 pro or 2 pro [The Durston X-Mid 1 and 2 ](https://durstongear.com/pages/tents)are great tents but need trekking poles or sticks for for support. A 3mx3m square flat tarp is what I use when the sandflies/mosquitoes aren't bad.

Thanks to everybody for all the suggestions , much appreciated ! I’ll be going with the Durston X-Mid as I already own a pair of trekking poles and I believe it best suits what I’m aiming for

Thanks for the variety , the durston and lunar solo really look like what I’m looking for in a tent I’ll look into them more