Zpacks - Duplex Classic Tent

ZPacks Duplex with freestanding kit.

I see the Duplex on Ulgeartrade all the time for $500, which is still cheaper and 5x lighter than that heavy ass $519 Kuiu tent. Im not sure why you're saying it's triple the price.

[Kuiu 3p](https://www.kuiu.com/products/mountain-star-3-person-tent-gunmetal-camel) [Duplex](https://www.garagegrowngear.com/products/duplex-tent-by-zpacks) [free standing kit](https://zpacks.com/products/duplex-freestanding-flex-kit?srsltid=AfmBOooaEbUCpQ7opab3eUMTE1Thu0349dJoS6SRzSw1_1sfyQE19Aqk) Even at brand new prices, it's not 3x the price.

I would buy this https://zpacks.com/products/triplex-classic-tent I have the Duplex Classic and regret nothing.

I have the zpacks & if you can justify the money I would go for it. I got it for my wife & I but I take it on solo trips now too, I love it so much. The trekking pole tents also feel much more stable than freestanding. Just watch a couple videos it's not hard to set up.

We’re hiking the PCT with a Zpacks Duplex Pro, and it’s definitely not bombproof, or even fully weatherproof. When it rains, water hits the ground and splashes inside through the mesh. If it’s windy, you’ll get wind and sand blowing into the tent. The bags also get wet in the vestibule, and even with all the airflow in the world, you still wake up with a ton of condensation in the morning. Also in strong winds the tent loosing its shape and the walls are hiting your head and feet. And yet, for 95% of the time on the trail it worth the weight. If you’re looking for something bombproof, I’d go with the MSR Hubba Hubba. It’s a bit heavy, but it will handle anything and is roomy enough for two people and their gear.

If weight is the primary concern then obviously go with the Duplex. I would certainly practice setting it up before you go on trail as it can be a little finicky to get a good pitch. Once you got it down, it’s super quick to set up.

I have a Zpack duplex and a Nemo hornet 2p tent both are great but the Zpack is expensive but I think only 14 ounces

I have a zpacks duplexl, so the taller version from the duplex. My amok 220 cm pad fis in there no problem.

try r/ULGearTrade for deals. as for the tent - If it’s for 2 people def need to get a 3p tent, im 6’5” and have a zpacks dupleXL, and there most certainly is not room for another person in it lol

I would recomend the Durston xmid pro 2+ or the solid version if you expect high winds in a dusty area. This is especially true if you guys are not in a relationship due to proximity because it’s designed to sleep head to toe and has less limitations of many tents. The 2+ version will fit two wide sleeping pads very comfortably and generally feels much bigger inside than its exterior appearance would suggest compared to other tents I have used. I have the regular two person pro version and it is a bit narrow with two wide pads and we have to be careful not to put too much pressure on the inner floor fabric. I would love to have the 2+ version but it was not created when I bought my tent. That being said it is still a huge tent compared to other manufacturers but still much lighter than competitors for similar size. What sets Durston tents apart from competitors is the location of the tracking poles right above the door or your head when sleeping or entering the tent door. It allows you to sit on opposite sides of the tent next to each door. This allows two people to sit up in the tent across from one another and have about 6 feet between your heads with the high tent ridge between you and set your gear up or play cards easily without bumping into one another . If it is raining or simply too cold to be outside, this makes a huge difference when you are in the tent, either setting up gear or hanging out . When I had my Z-Pak duplex, there was not enough room to do any of this without bumping into each other . It was literally impossible for us both to be inside the tent setting up gear at the same time let alone hang out or play cards. The Durston tent design is beyond function and has been a life changing tent experience for us. The zpacks duplex is an antiquated design but was very innovative when it came out and a pioneer in its own time and thus deserves a lot of respect! Having said that I would never recommend it unless you want to feel cramped and have your head a few inches from the wet tent ceiling versus several feet above your head using the durston. Edit: we are tall people with big feet haha… Short people can use smaller options tents…. Some camping locations may only fit small tents. Check all tent sizes to tent spots available in designated camping areas etc… https://durstongear.com/products/x-mid-pro-plus-tent-ultralight-thruhiking

My Duplex lasted my entire thruhike of the AT and I still use it!