Durston X-Mid 2 vs Gossamer Gear The Free
The Free is the lighter of the two by 45 g (1.6 oz).
X-Mid 2 lists for $81.00 less at the manufacturer's price.
Per ounce carried, X-Mid 2 costs less: $10.16/oz against $13.42/oz.
Where to buy
X-Mid 2
The Free
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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The best value in each row is highlighted.
| X-Mid 2 Durston | The Free Gossamer Gear | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 31.4 oz | 29.8 oz |
| MSRP | $319.00 | $400.00 |
| Price per ounce | $10.16/oz | $13.42/oz |
| Retailers | 1 | 1 |
Which one to choose
- Choose the Gossamer Gear The Free if every ounce counts — 29.8 oz against 31.4 oz.
- Choose the Durston X-Mid 2 if value per ounce carried decides it ($10.16/oz against $13.42/oz).
Questions this comparison answers
- Is the Durston X-Mid 2 lighter than the Gossamer Gear The Free?
- The Free is the lighter of the two by 45 g (1.6 oz).
- Which has the lower list price, the Durston X-Mid 2 or the Gossamer Gear The Free?
- X-Mid 2 lists for $81.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).
- Which is better value per ounce, the Durston X-Mid 2 or the Gossamer Gear The Free?
- Per ounce carried, X-Mid 2 costs less: $10.16/oz against $13.42/oz of manufacturer list price (MSRP).
X-Mid 2
The X-Mid 2 has been developed from the first principles of geometry to be the most weight efficient and functional design for a trekking pole shelter. Its innovative and patented geometry makes the X-Mid 2 exceptionally stormworthy, spacious, and simple at the lowest weight, with an offset pole layout that keeps both doors clear.
Full specs and prices for the X-Mid 2 →The Free
This is one of the lightest double-walled freestanding tent the outdoors has ever seen—no stakes required to get it standing.
Full specs and prices for the The Free →