Mid 1

I took the Mid 1 on my five day backcountry trip through East Fork in the Sawtooths and it performed as expected. The weight is obviously the largest attractor; with such minimal weight, you get a phenomenally well-constructed shelter. The setup is remarkably easy, and once you have it dialed in, it's probably the fastest I've ever been able to pitch and break camp.

The weather in the Sawtooths saw regular rapid temperature changes, and as with all single-wall tents, you will get a lot of condensation. I found that once I adjusted the two top vents, the problem was mitigated, but it’s still unavoidable in these types of climates.

There are plenty of other tents that will accomplish what the Mid 1 does, but I keep coming back to it for its simplicity, efficiency, and overall balance of performance.

Ultimately, what sets the Mid 1 apart is how well it disappears into your pack but shows up big when you need it. If your priority is going light without sacrificing too much livability or durability, this tent earns its place. I would recommend it to any serious backpacker who knows how to manage a single-wall shelter and values fast-and-light travel.

It's a single wall tent - there's going to be some condensation. Bring a small towel, it'll have plenty of uses. It's slighly lighter and a lot faster to set up than the Mid 1 with the insert, and that's the tradeoff.

That said, this tent is awesome. It's a palace! The interior is surprisingly huge. It's held up well and kept me dry in some solid early season storms in the Winds. Where it's frequently, you know, really windy. I haven't had mist spray in and it's been fine with getting hammered by wind. Coming from a poncho tarp, the only downside has been that it's harder to wear while doing all my laundry in town.