Durston Gear X-Mid 2 vs Simond Sprint Tarp Tent 2P
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultralight 2-person tarp tent with Dyneema fabric. 510g total weight, dual vestibules, ideal for experienced backpackers seeking minimal setup.
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Durston Gear X-Mid 2 vs Simond Sprint Tarp Tent 2P: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Simond Sprint Tarp Tent 2P wins — at 510 g it is 170 g (25%) lighter than the Durston Gear X-Mid 2 (680 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest shelter page, or browse the full gear weight database.