Durston X-Mid 2 review

The X-Mid 2 answers the backpacker half of our angle better than any other tent here: Durston lists 1.9 lbs for a double-wall tent with a 33.2 square foot floor, a 48 inch peak and two doors, and charges $319. The design uses two trekking poles set on opposite diagonals, which Durston says adds volume without struts and keeps every panel at a 50 to 55 degree slope for wind and snow. The fly is 15D polyester rated 3500 mm, which Durston chose because it does not sag when wet, and the seams are waterproofed at the factory. The fly pitches first, so the inner stays dry in rain, and only 4 stakes are required. Two 11.5 square foot vestibules sit beside the doors rather than in front of them. Durston updated the 2026 version with stronger fly zippers and a new floor fabric. The tradeoff is the structure: without trekking poles and stakes it will not stand, which makes it a poor pick for families or sandy sites.

Who it is for

Backpackers and thru-hikers who carry trekking poles and want the most space per ounce at a mid-range price.

Price

$319 at the Durston US store when checked.

X-Mid 2 Sale price $319.00 USD
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 8, 2026.

Key features

• 1.9 lbs (890 g) for a double-wall, two-door tent
• 33.2 square foot floor, 92 by 52 inches, with a 48 inch peak
• Two vestibules of 11.5 square feet each
• 15D polyester fly rated 3500 mm with factory waterproofed seams
• Fly-first pitch with only 4 required stakes

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: The lightest double-wall tent on this list
• Strength: The most floor area of the 2-person tents here
• Strength: The lowest price of the backpacking tents here
• Weakness: Needs two trekking poles to stand
• Weakness: Not freestanding, so it must be staked
• Weakness: Packs to 12 by 6 inches but has no pole frame for car camping

Key facts

• Price: $319
• Weight: 1.9 lbs (31 oz)
• Floor area: 33.2 sq ft
• Peak height: 48 in
• Structure: Trekking pole, 4 required stakes

Where it ranks

Durston X-Mid 2 is No. 1 in our Best Camping Tents verdict.