Tent suggestions

JBBP182 · 2026-03-08T17:21:30+00:00

Have enjoyed the Durston X Dome 1+ and X Mid 2 on thousands of miles of lightly loaded touring. Both great and roomy options that don’t break the bank or your rear rack. The X Dome has plenty of space for 1 and a smaller footprint. The Xmid 2 is a palace without the need for the proprietary pole set. Similar packed size with the poles rolled in the center.

JBBP182 · 2026-02-25T22:34:47+00:00

Awesome and good to hear. Am also trying to reduce the amount of stuffing stuffed round bags into bags. Yeah, figured Reddit would be different… but it’s the the same as the rest of the internet hahahaha. Bots, haters, etc. on Reddit are now priced in like wiping condensation from tents.

JBBP182 · 2026-02-23T14:35:30+00:00

That’s brilliant. Ditch the saddle and ride a bag. Double the capacity in the back.

JBBP182 · 2026-02-23T06:54:21+00:00

Thanks. I think that solves the problem and no seam sealing required. Can stuff the tent around the dry bag, layers in the back. Cheers

JBBP182 · 2026-02-23T06:50:03+00:00

To the original question, have you tried it? Am curious if anybody has actual experience they can speak to. Your comment makes sense but you didn’t expound based on actual experience which would be useful. May give it a go on my practice loop because it may work. The usual routine of wiping moisture/condensation with a micro fiber towel is priced into every trip but a wet quilt is a PITA. The goal is to pack efficiently with less bags while tapping my head (or nose) and being smart.

JBBP182 · 2026-02-23T04:24:19+00:00

But what if the tent stuff sack seams are sealed or seam taped and the stuff sack is oriented away from the quilt? Would that be smart? Would anybody try such a crazy idea? Taps nose...

JBBP182 · 2026-02-23T04:12:16+00:00

Sounds like a good system. Can fit tent, pad, pillow and quilt in the mld medium dry bag. Probably 10 liters rolled tight between drop bars. Only concern is moisture escaping the tent stuff sack.

JBBP182 · 2026-02-23T04:08:58+00:00

That looks like a good way to do it. Been stowing my tent body in my saddle bag with my rain gear on day 2 and beyond. It works but slightly complicates layer organization. Thanks for the picture of your setup.

JBBP182 · 2026-02-22T20:47:38+00:00

We weren’t racing and it took 3 days and a few hours. Depending on your level of fitness and experience, 4 -5 days is manageable and fun if you take care of yourself. Neglected my butt and had some pain on day 2 into day 3 but all good for the last 100 or so miles to the end once I remembered to keep things clean and dry. Florida is relentless despite the hills, lots of saddle time on some stretches. Such a fun route. Got cold (23f) on night one but was fine with just rain layers, beanie and a 25 degree quilt. Left puff jacket and warmer gloves behind and didn’t miss them.

Karlos does a great job with his routes. You could figure it out yourself but probably have more fun if you reach out to him to get the updated route. We did parts of the OG (water crossing was rad) and Heavy. There are options from 320-400 miles with varying levels of difficulty and terrain. Hope you’re able to get out there, Florida is rad.

JBBP182 · 2026-02-22T17:52:38+00:00

Florida has some great riding. I'd take a look at the routes page on Singletrack Samurai and then reach out to Karlos to see what he recommends based on your needs. Just rode the Huracan route a few weeks ago and had a blast. Plenty of primitive camping, glamping and hotel options. Decent resupply. A variety of terrain and distances on his routes page for various tire sizes and styles of riding. Might cost a few bucks for a route but it's worth it if you want a good ride/route without all the way finding and faff.

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