Durston X-Mid 1 vs Enlightened Equipment Superior Shelter Gray 12

X-Mid 1 is the lighter of the two by 49 g (1.7 oz).

Superior Shelter Gray 12 lists for $39.00 less at the manufacturer's price.

Per ounce carried, Superior Shelter Gray 12 costs less: $8.21/oz against $10.24/oz.

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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The best value in each row is highlighted.

X-Mid 1

Durston

Superior Shelter Gray 12

Enlightened Equipment

Weight
26.3 oz
28.0 oz
MSRP
$269.00
$230.00
Price per ounce
$10.24/oz
$8.21/oz
Retailers
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Which one to choose

  • Choose the Durston X-Mid 1 if every ounce counts — 26.3 oz against 28.0 oz.
  • Choose the Enlightened Equipment Superior Shelter Gray 12 if value per ounce carried decides it ($8.21/oz against $10.24/oz).

Questions this comparison answers

Is the Durston X-Mid 1 lighter than the Enlightened Equipment Superior Shelter Gray 12?
X-Mid 1 is the lighter of the two by 49 g (1.7 oz).
Which has the lower list price, the Durston X-Mid 1 or the Enlightened Equipment Superior Shelter Gray 12?
Superior Shelter Gray 12 lists for $39.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).
Which is better value per ounce, the Durston X-Mid 1 or the Enlightened Equipment Superior Shelter Gray 12?
Per ounce carried, Superior Shelter Gray 12 costs less: $8.21/oz against $10.24/oz of manufacturer list price (MSRP).

X-Mid 1

The X-Mid 1 has been developed from the first principles of geometry to achieve the most weight efficient, simple to use, and stormworthy design. The result is a double wall tent that weighs just 25 oz (720 g) and has become one of the most awarded tents in recent years.

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Superior Shelter Gray 12

Superior Shelter Gray 12 The Superior Shelter Gray 12 is a 12-foot rectangular sil-poly ripstop tarp designed for lightweight rain and wind protection on the trail or at camp.

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