Durston - X-Mid 1 Solid

I have an elixir 2, hubba nx and xmid 1 solid. The xmid is much better in windy conditions but it requires a good pitch. Dan has an amazing youtube video on how to pitch it, it’s pretty versatile. It’s super spacious for a 1p tent, the vestibules are huge and the inner has lots of headroom. The footprint is quite big but i haven’t found it an issue, neither has condensation. It’s replaced my hubba nx for solo trips. I ordered mine direct from Durston Gear with stakes and it came out to £320 after import fees. Their customer service is also amazing.

Are you sure? I got my x-mid solid a few years back for \~£200, it's still showing up on the Durston shop site at £205 shipped to the UK. Can't be that much more on to the continent surely? Are you on the official site? [https://durstongear.com/products/x-mid-1-solid?variant=48282912096547](https://durstongear.com/products/x-mid-1-solid?variant=48282912096547) and not the Pro (which is lighter, but far more expensive and arguably less durable). It's a solid tent, can be erected in the rain without exposing the inner, mind you'll need to buy the poles separately, I have Durstons z-flips as I use it for motorcycle camping more often than not.

I have a Durston X-Mid 1 Solid, packs very small. 26x15 cm, with good headroom and comfort.

I have the xmid v3 solid and a tarptent notch solid. Both tents are trekking pole , so you have to consider that. Both pack down small and are great quality well made backpacking tents. The xmid has a larger footprint and is slightly more tricky to put up than the notch, but nothing is that arduous or too large most of the time. I bought the notch in great condition off ebay and the xmid direct from durston, price was less on the notch as it was used , but new is slightly similar. Both are double wall with vents and you can adjust the fly height so condensation is dependant on the conditions. Have tested the ximid out in angry conditions just this weekend with some very strong gusts and it impressed me, though I had to add two extra guy lines , so 10 pegs total. The notch can get away with 4 .The xmid has more interior space as it stays square around the perimeter whereas the notch tapers at the ends. If you can see a notch for a good price i'd consider it, its lighter , and easier to pitch , but it feels tighter inside than the xmid. For near £300 the x mid is amazing. I don't plan to sell either as I will chop and choose when to take each. The x dome was my first choice as it was free standing, but the solid inner has just became available with a price increase.

I have a storm break 2 and carried it for years in my early experiences backpacking. Wonderful tent; sturdy and easy to set up as well as being exceptionally roomy. It was on the heavier side but I've since upgraded to an Xmid 1 solid and couldn't be happier.

I have the XMid 1P 2025 - non pro. I'm pretty sure it would work for you at 6'3. The 2025 XMid 1P has more interior room than the earlier editions. Here's my write-up on it - [https://www.reddit.com/r/DurstonGearheads/comments/1juo3sx/the\_2025\_xmid\_1\_for\_taller\_hikers\_yes/](https://www.reddit.com/r/DurstonGearheads/comments/1juo3sx/the_2025_xmid_1_for_taller_hikers_yes/) LMK if you have questions.

Very true however the new 2025 models take up I think anywhere from 15-20% less space due to the higher interior height, and while it’s a smaller footprint the interior area of the Mid1 is actually bigger. Just got mine back from its first trip and it’s pretty darn close to perfect for my uses

For info, I ordered an X Mid 1 Solid in February (so it was the v2.0) direct from Durston for delivery to Scotland. Delivery took 4 days with FedEx and after VAT and import duties I saved about £45 compared to ordering in the UK.

If you order direct from Durston it will be the 2025 version which I believe is v3. Ordering from them was simple, no different than ordering from any UK shop. My tent was dispatched that day and was with me 4 days later. When it got to Stansted I was contacted by FedEx to say that I owed VAT and duties. The text had a link and I paid quickly. Overall it was an easy process.

I recommend the Durston XMid Solid. I’ve the 1p and have had other versions without solid inner. The solid inner makes a huge difference with heat retention.

Hey Dan, happy holidays. I just sold my Xmid solid tent as I'm a bit frustrated pitching them on soft soil/sand. I went back using BA Tiger Wall UL3 while I'm waiting for your free standing 2p dome tent. Just want to know if 2x regular wide thermarests (64cm Width) will fit inside? Just making sure otherwise we'll continue to use our current tent perfect for 2 people. Thanks mate