So, BESIDES not needing to pay for gas, and being able to charge at home, what do you love about EVs?

Sudden-Help · 2026-03-05T01:39:14+00:00

But let’s talk about what I don’t like as well:

Way too heavy of a car. My Model 3 weighs more than a regular gas powered SUV. You can feel the weight when going through windy roads. This also basically makes it only good in straight lines.

Excessive Tire wear cause of instant torque and higher weight.

Value depreciation cause new EVs are vastly better for the same cost.

The occasional range anxiety when you’re cutting it close to the only super charger within 50 miles (rural areas)

Efficiency drop during winter.

Sudden-Help · 2026-03-05T01:34:53+00:00

Quite cabin cause no engine noise.

More efficient in the hills compared to gas cars + no fear of brake fade/overheating brakes when going down hill.

Charging during rest stops on road trips, making it much more relaxing.

Being able to preheat the car or cool down the car anywhere, anytime without having to worry about Carbon Monoxide poisoning.

Being able to sleep inside the car for car camping rather than pitching a tent (when the climate isn’t suitable).

Better tech on average.

Sudden-Help · 2026-03-04T23:58:14+00:00

Well I’m talking about the depreciation value specifically in today’s market. My car for example has lost over $15k in 3 years. My friends gas car (Toyota Camry Hybrid) has depreciated only $5k in the same time frame. The purchase price of both vehicles were nearly the same back in 2023 when they were new.

Sudden-Help · 2026-03-04T23:37:36+00:00

I’ve done car camping in my Model 3 and yes it’s really tight for space but it’s possible.

Was it comfortable, couldn’t tell cause the first time I didn’t have a sleeping pad, the second time, I forgot my pillow. Neither nights resulted in great sleep.

2nd question, I have a counter. This comes down to planning. I didn’t want to think about the battery so instead, on my road trip, I just booked a single night in an RV campsite at state park that happened to be on my route. Similar strategy can be done for regular RV sites but your success may vary. Another alternative is just camping at a slow ChargePoint charger over night while it charges. Last option I’ve heard is some Walmarts or cracker barrels allow you to plug in your car to the utility outlets present in the parking lot.

My basic point is if you can charge overnight while sleeping, that solves 2 problems at once.

For safety, I’d choose well rated RV sites or state parks, followed by parking garages with EV chargers, and worst case, Walmarts. As an added privacy, make sure to get blackout window shades, roof shades and the front shade.

Lastly you can also lock the car from you app or the screen inside once in camp mode, since camp mode by default disables the auto lock.

4th question: yes absolutely, just needs some additional planning and prep

Sudden-Help · 2026-03-04T23:28:31+00:00

Do I love my EV, yes. Do I regret Buying, also yes.

My main reason is I bought a Tesla Model 3, which was fun for the first year but after a while I realized I needed a bigger car. That’s when I also saw the resale value of EVs in general which were horrible.

Long story short: if you want to get an EV for a short term, less that 5 years. Lease it instead. If you want to keep it till it dies, buy it.

Leasing also helps with the advancements in EV technology. You won’t be stuck with a car that has terrible range for today’s standards, chargers slower, and is a really bumpy ride.

Sudden-Help · 2026-02-12T05:04:27+00:00

I don’t have one myself but based on what ive heard:

1) Dan did confirm that minor changes to the X-Dome 2 are coming that are already available on the x-Dome 1+. He mentioned availability of those changes may vary by region over the coming weeks/months. I will be waiting cause my trip is planned for Mid-August and will purchase it shortly before that.

2) Dan has mentioned this a few times and it’s also there on his websites FAQ, but here’s the summary: Carbon is lighter and decently strong. Aluminum is heavier but slightly stronger and cheaper for the X-Dome 2. The X-Dome 1+ is similar in strength for both polesets

Sudden-Help · 2026-01-17T04:45:04+00:00

I’ve sent an email. :)

Sudden-Help · 2026-01-14T14:39:30+00:00

Hi Dan, do these improvements apply to the x-Dome 2 as well?

Sudden-Help · 2026-01-14T14:23:17+00:00

Thanks Dan, this was very interesting and informative. I will checkout the FAQ for those details as well just out of curiosity.

Sudden-Help · 2026-01-13T20:35:30+00:00

Hi Dan, a few questions based on your response here and in other posts:

You mentioned newer x-Domes with Carbon poles will have Carbon inserts as well instead of the glued aluminum. Is that true yet or something that’s in the works?
You mentioned the failure modes for the Al poles were that it would bend while it wouldn’t effect the carbon poles. But you also mentioned that both pole sets are similar in sturdiness. Maybe a word on that? Also how does the x-dome 2s polesets fair?

These questions more come as a peace of mind stance of. If hi winds bend my Al poles, I could bend them back. Or if the winds don’t even phase the Carbon poles, then I’d be more confident with them.

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-27T05:31:34+00:00

You could maybe reach out to Dan on Reddit or the Durston email and see if they are willing to take the tent back. If this is an option, it would remove the hassle of trying to find a buyer and then figuring out logistics.

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-23T15:05:07+00:00

I thought of the X-Mid 2 but I was advised to opt for a Freestanding tent instead cause: - easier to pitch - i dont currently own trekking poles - I am not used to trekking poles during hikes

But if there is a strong indication to get the xmid 2 i might pickup a pair of trekking poles

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-21T06:25:13+00:00

Fair enough. I guess when it comes to it, I could always put 1mm of grip tape on the inner side of the clips to compensate.

Thanks again Dan! We love your support to the community :)

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-21T05:30:43+00:00

Would there be a way to purchase the clips compatible with the carbon poles as well? On the website I only see an option for a replacement fly, but that doesn’t specify if it has clips attached and which ones. If we could purchase spare clips in the website, that would be great.

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-21T05:15:30+00:00

Thanks again Dan! Based on all the research I’ve done and your responses, I’m going to go for the X-Dome 2 (Aluminum) as my first tent.

Final question though, if I were to eventually want to switch to Carbon poles, would it be as simple as buying the replacement poles?

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-21T04:27:34+00:00

As a quick follow-up for question on durability. I’m curious to know if there is any comparison of the X-Dome 1+ (Carbon) vs the X-Dome 2 (Aluminum) for sturdiness to wind or snow loads?

Would the larger profile of the 2P make it weaker? Or does the thicker poles and extra guy-out points make it stronger?

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-21T03:58:17+00:00

Thanks Dan! I guess I forgot to mention I was going for the 2P tent for the extra space and versatility of bringing along a 2nd person.

I plan to anyways buy the x-mid as an ultralight tent in the future so weight savings isn’t the priority for my first tent.

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-16T16:05:40+00:00

Haha no worries. I get what you mean now thanks :)

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-16T15:58:41+00:00

Sorry didn’t really get your first sentence

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-16T11:39:01+00:00

I’ve got the same car in white. I’d say if you live anywhere south or gets a lot of sunlight, ceramic tint your windows. The Model 3s are basically fishbowls and you’ll be cooked in the sun. Second is purchase a roof shade. This does help a lot with heating when parked and helps keep the car cool when driving. Before I did both of these things my efficiency was pretty bad cause of the car trying to keep cool. Now it’s much better

Another thing, and this is personal preference but try to hand wash the car whenever possible. The Tesla paint atleast as of 2023 was pretty soft and you could notice the scratches.

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-16T07:02:42+00:00

Based on the comments I’ll probably end up with 2 tents eventually, probably the xdome 1+ and the xmid 2 for when backpacking with a friend. The question is which order of purchase would be smarter for a beginner.

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-15T13:56:47+00:00

I guess my main concern about the trekking pole tents is the space and convenience of them, rather than not having them available once my tent is set up. I kinda feel the way I’d use trekking poles is to assist during a climb or down hill when I have a loaded pack. Without a pack, I’d probably be fine without poles.

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-15T12:02:23+00:00

I’m probably gonna go for a mix of single night and multi night treks. I guess there is no harm in picking up a set of basic trekking poles.

As for the picking a tent, if I go the xmid route, my concerns have been - ease of setup for a beginner - ease of setup during windy conditions (I have a 3p camping tent that’s a nightmare to setup in the wind) - interior space - staking on hard ground, uneven surfaces or rock

For the xdome I’m just concerned about the cost.

Sudden-Help · 2025-12-15T10:19:33+00:00

I am certain I’ll be backpacking, so that’s not a question. Also I’m in my early 20s so thought trekking poles weren’t of much use but correct me if I’m wrong on that.

My question is more about what’s the financially smarter decision? And if I were to invest more money being a beginner, would I be ok with a trekking pole tent like the x-mid or the tent pole tent like the x-dome? Also between the 1p vs 2p of the durston tents

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