Camping in the Durston XMid 1p tent

[@nadiahposthumus4893]

Absolutely love this kind of videos Paul. Slow camping and lots of cooking! Love! Thanks for sharing 🙂

[@darrengough4400]

Those ‘cups’ for the trekking poles that allow the tent to be pitched handle up are a good idea. Any idea where I can get some?

[@danielalexander1157]

Did you find out where to get the cups?

[@PhatMongoose-zj2rc]

​@@danielalexander1157tarptent sells them as a "trekking pole handle adapter"

[@feldgraufox4927]

Tarptent

[@feldgraufox4927]

​@@danielalexander1157 tarptent

[@drytool]

Pack bigger wood in vertically like a fire torch and the wood stove will run an hour without feeding it.

[@tomwicks7203]

Thanks for demonstrating the tent during actual rainfall!

[@eddielecornu4003]

So love the effort you make to video your films!! Not only is the content great but the quality is one of the best too!!

[@paulwood3212]

So lucky to have that knife, sandy is a true craftsman.

[@stephenjohnston7630]

Late to watching this one, but just wanted to say, I think you're the first camping channel I ever followed, and you are still by far the best. Watched this over breakfast on a drizzly Thursday morning, and it's filled my head with happy thoughts of possible trips.

[@robinferguson8911]

dipping your spoon into the acohol and using it to light the stove.... genius!

[@20yearsagotoday1]

This reminded me of your videos from yesteryear and they were the ones that got me into wild camping. Great video, loved it.

[@richcatlin]

I absolutely love my Xmid 1, it’s by far the best all round tent I’ve owned. I’ve also got the Durston carbon poles, for when I’m bike packing. This tent really does it all. The only thing it’s missing is a loop(s) for hanging my lantern or a line.

[@PaulMessner]

I think it could be the one. Need some testing in the wind though.

[@durstongear]

I'm working on adding loops inside the peaks. The 2P has them now and the 1P will get them in the spring.

[@wanderworm]

@@durstongear And this is another reason to love Durston products....Dan is floating around out there listening to our feedback and adds the personal touch to it all.

[@WildCamper]

Think mine has a mesh pocket near to the top that I just pop the light in , but yeah a loop be good 💗

[@richcatlin]

@@WildCamper to be fair, I stash my light in the mesh pocket too and I very rarely hang socks off a line - so I am being extremely picky. I’m British though, so gotta moan about something 🤣

[@LanceGoodman]

What a pleasure to see you doing some fire lighting Paul. Keep up the good work

[@MattGriffiths81]

Nice quiet little woodland camp. I love how this hobby of ours can take us to such different places.

[@clowone681]

Fun camp 🏕 Yes I agree about the rain on the tent. I have seen several videos that run for hours, and they are thunder storms or rain, and such. You should test the waters and put one out. Keep doing what your doing Love and Positivity Your Way ❤️🤙🏽

[@Roblovesbushcraft]

Cracking vid Paul, love the serenity and peace of life in the forest. Get yourself a feurhand baby lantern for the true bushcraft vibe, the beautiful glow just tops it all off.

[@PaulMessner]

I have a UCO but need some more candles. I’ll check out your suggestion thanks

[@dl7905]

I find there to be something incredibly therapeutic about watching someone cook while camping. Maybe I'm just a bit odd hahah.

[@munromicroadventures]

I love it when you carry stuff in to cook. I'm too lazy with the freeze-dried foods. One of these days I should go back to basics and actually cook something on camp.

[@Campingonthewildsidescotland]

Nice one Paul and I love the wood burner I use mine often but as you say takes a lot to keep it going. I am also one of those that loves the rain its one of those sounds that distracts you from everything. Nice video, again. Steve👍

[@garrycollins3415]

Yes, I love my Durstan.

[@wadirunner]

Hello Paul. Do you have any more information on the trekking pole "shoes" to accomodate the trekking pole handles that you mention at approx 1min58seconds? They look like a useful accessory. Regards, Wadirunner.

[@PaulMessner]

They are from Tarptent

[@parkin8595]

Loving the shots of the cooking, fire and brews. Definitely love the sound of rain. Thanks Paul

[@geniusphil1]

I love the bushcraft element to this video! I've always been fascinated by this aspect of wild living since I learned about the SOE units of WW2, and then in more modern times, how people like Ray Mears do things. Sadly, I usually struggle unless I'm in a Hilton, but there is something inside me that finds this kind of world very appealing. I think it's because I've often struggled a lot with anxiety and confidence issues, and I see a quiet, comfortable inner-resilience in camping. Maybe one day I'll get there.

[@johnpawson7400]

Best part for me is when the camp is set up and the kettle is boiling, bliss. Lovely video.

[@cimarronwoo]

Please, please show us how you roll up your XMid. The trapezoid inner makes it challenging. Your idea of rolling makes this tent even better.

[@PaulMessner]

I will do in a future video 👍🏻

[@Nickeloou]

This is something i would also be VERY interested in. Looks very convenient!

[@feldgraufox4927]

What are the benefits of rolling? I just stuff mine

[@cimarronwoo]

@@feldgraufox4927 Either works fine. I like to roll mine for: One, it makes it is easier to deploy. You know exactly where your head & feet will go in relation to the tent (since the inner tent is at a slight diagonal compared to the outer rectangle. Two, it minimizes the risk of the inner tent exposed to rain if setting up in wet weather. And three, it rolls up slightly smaller than stuffed, thus saving some space.

[@paule8174]

Now that’s camping excellent video Paul love how you got the fire started! Keep it up!

[@missogyny4921]

I’ve got the 1 and 2 man version of the X-Mid and have had full-coverage footprints made by the brilliant Lucy from Quintcraft. Did the same for me when I had the Scarp 1 and 2. Can highly recommend her work - she makes all sorts of bespoke camping stuff, does repairs etc and gives a great service. You’ll need to use the poles ‘pointed end up’ with the X-Mid footprint, unless you have holes or eyelets made in the footprint for them to poke through.

[@WicklowOutdoors]

How much are the footprints for the X - Mid 2? 👍

[@missogyny4921]

@@WicklowOutdoors I paid £80 including postage. She even includes a storage bag for them!

[@KaiPawlowski]

Great tip! And @Paul: don‘t be afraid of using the poles ‚pointed end up‘ - I was afraid as well in the beginning but then found out, it‘s safe when beeing careful while pitching the tent. Put the poles to the final lenght before putting them in, that let them stay in place when placing them.

[@SteveSeadog]

Good vlog, Paul. Glad to see you using the knife that Sandy gave you. Love the tent and when I'm ready to upgrade from my Trisar 2, it'll almost certainly be a Durston I go for.

[@jimmyfish5388]

Great little video. Thank you for great content once again. It’s like watching the master at work😊

[@LMay64]

Gotta love a one person tent with two nice vestibules and doors. Nice little woodsy overnighter. Cheers!

[@PaulMessner]

The amount of space inside is superb.

[@PMarsh14]

Is this a campsite do you think? Fab, quiet place if it is. Nice to have it to yourself

[@CryptoRoast_0]

Good to see the humble twig stove getting some love! It's my favourite way.

[@ergot57]

Thanks. We enjoy yours and Andrew's stuff. Don't mean to bore you with long replies. We could go and now can't as age has its way with us, so we live through you guys. Carry on then!

[@thesouthernwoodsmanuk216]

Thanx Paul. nice little camp. great tent..enjoyed watching this video.

[@plemas1]

Was gutted when you stopped filming the stars! Looked so good panning up from the glowing durston and then those stunning stars then uff 😢😅

[@allyp7]

love the spice pouch!

[@edix1673]

I love your videos Paul, and have taken may tips from them into my pack selection, and I see a golden opportunity to offer one of my own... Pocket bellows.... insted of the rubber tubing to blow the fire, there are telescopic metal tubes, reminicent of a car radio antenna... I use mine every time we go camping, plus any BBQs or back garden fire pits, one of my top cheap camping gadgets!!

[@calvinwalker8959]

One of your better videos Paul I really enjoyed it

[@PaulMessner]

Thanks mate. glad you liked this one

[@Balecart]

I’m drooling, just watching you cook that😊

[@sharamkh]

Beautiful Jacklore! Lucky man! 🙏

[@PaulMessner]

I am very lucky. I have a matching pair. This Classic and Sandy made me a Wasp as a wedding present. Obviously for Jo too 😂

[@sharamkh]

@@PaulMessner Wow! Great gift 😊 I have a Classic myself and cherish it and use it with joy. Top quality 👌 Do you have a video on the knife/knives? 😁

[@iangingernut4936]

Great to see you back in the woods, love these ones Paul.

[@danielhall4678]

Was on isle of skye camping and can totally agree with rain being therapeutic relaxing as spent most of the 4 nights there with it hammering down with the storm force winds and waves on the rocks magic

[@colinbrown4008]

No worries mate👍 Great to see you doing what you enjoy. 😉

[@richardburton5485]

There’s definitely a video there with the rain on the tent , rainy guy is one I’ve used to help fall asleep with log burners and snow storms added in

[@stevegee7593]

`Good to see you have a Sandy special. Tried to get one but always missed and now if I had one it would just by part of my collection. The only times I get out now is when by Son can take me.

[@philodowd8080]

So relaxing to watch

[@DW14974]

Cracking video that Paul. Great location and I enjoyed the cooking on the wood stove 👍

[@ad4mpoole]

This was just brilliant

[@mhpupacios]

I have observed a step change in your channel - gear , skills ( including bushcraft), information . Bravo and nice to see .... 👏👏👏

[@PaulMessner]

I started out with the bushcraft. My earlier videos have a lot more woodland craft.

[@nicksanto2315]

Enjoyed this one, a bit different. Cheers Paul 😊

[@dpax100]

Got my vote Paul . Good Luck!

[@PaulMessner]

Thank you

[@philjones3335]

Lovely simple camp that, don't have to hike for hours, sometimes the basic woodland camp is better. My dog would love that just laying by the fire and I am one of the sad people that would watch the video of rain on the tent😀

[@IrelandRider]

Good to see you in a different environment, you picked a good spot....the answer to what you asked, spices have a shelf life of about 3 months, though you won't get any ill effects the taste becomes more bland. It was cool to see the Durston out again, I've not got one, but it does look like my perfect tent 😀 👌.

[@PaulMessner]

So far it’s ticking so many boxes for me. If it performs well in wind, it could be the one.

[@IrelandRider]

@@PaulMessner it looks perfect in every way, like Mary Poppins lol 😆

[@janmariolle]

@@IrelandRider 🤣😂🤣💕

[@janmariolle]

@@PaulMessner I have the solo solid mid on order. I can’t wait for it to arrive. If you get a super windy day I would love to see a test. Nice work. Thanks.

[@IrelandRider]

@@janmariolle I should of said practically perfect lol 😆 🤣

[@tooyoungtobeold8756]

Thank you Paul. Very relaxing video. To save your breathe you could use one of those small pocket fans to give your fire a boost. Can you post a link for that knife?

[@rikwhite8150]

Hi Paul, great video with a cracking backdrop. Would love to go camping in some woods just like that, soon. Hope all is well. 🙂👍🏻

[@PaulMessner]

I’m sure you’ll manage to get out somewhere like that Rik. Might even bump in to you 😂

[@thewildcampolians]

Really nice video Paul. Cosy!

[@howardpotts5763]

Cracking vid mate 👌 can’t beat a woodland camp ⛺️ tent looks great

[@robertbradfield4810]

Fantastic video Paul. Realy appreciate the more back to basic camping stuff. Regards to Joe and your good self

[@AndyWragg]

You should have been in your hammock with all those trees Paul. Good to see that you still have the fire lighting chops.

[@PaulMessner]

Never really get on with a hammock Andy. If the woodland is more dense then that’s the option I’d go for though 👍🏻

[@AndyWragg]

@@PaulMessner You'd love it in my Tegimen hot tent, Pomoly wood stove and the EasyHammocks setup I use.

[@rtk3543]

Nice set up mate and some good tips. Cheers.

[@micahdavis214]

Your videos seem to focus more on the experience and knowledge qnd even abit of bushcraft now not just gear review I've subbed good work

[@greenpanda7121]

Very nice video Paul. Enjoyed it thoroughly. I also have the bushbox titanium. It is a cute little stove, though even the titanium version is a tad heavy. I tend to do a lot of "prep" first, pack the box (not too tightly, leave plenty of generous gaps) with a mix of material. Then you light your little fire outside and drop it in. But having a little mountain of material ready to feed the stove with makes life easier. A small silky saw, 13-17cm is nice to combine it with. It's also good to see gear in the flesh and not end up fancying it afterall, the Durston isn't for me. Shall stick to my Hillies

[@LittleMo-wt3gj]

I can't wait for my X-Mid 1 to arrive ... Multi day treks here we come 😃 looks a lovely camping spot, very chilled out video thanks, sorry you didn't get your bacon butty though. Could I please ask which stand you used with the Trangia stove - thanks 👍

[@stuartniven1220]

Like the tube idea as a primative "Fire bellows" If you had your sleeping mat pump with you, connect it to the tube then you can get a roaring fire going

[@simonallan3056]

Six thirty I would be just heading for bed great to see your doing well

[@macinthewild8116]

Hi Paul, love the X mid, where did you buy the little booties do you can reverse the trekking poles? Thanks in advance , shaun

[@christopherhuggins5167]

Could I ask Paul, where you got the boots from for using your trekking pole that way round?

[@grahamking6111]

I would like to get hold of some of these pole ‘boots’ too. Would appreciate you help Paul.

[@PaulMessner]

They are from tarptent. I have a couple of extra sets if you message me on email or instagram. I’m sure we can do a deal 😂. I bought extra as the shipping is 4 times the price of the item to the U.K.

[@philjones3335]

What make is that little bushbox....I like that

[@PaulMessner]

can't remember which one I took but it will either be the bush box LF or firebox nano

[@brendonbriggs622]

Nice video m8 nice to see something abit different pal

[@Flyingscottyman]

After a lot of faffing with wood, for my couple of Firebox stoves, I have started taking a small ziplock bag of charcoal. Hardly any weight added to my bag on the bike and failsafe ability to Cook regardless of where I choose to stop.

[@sg7392]

When camping in wet weather use a length of thing strong cord with a weight on it to throw over dead limbs up trees to pull down dry branches.

[@TurnFullCircle]

Super vid...gives me the urge to get out there....cheers

[@trudytalbot]

Enjoyed that Paul, something a bit different with a woodland camp and a shorter format. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@PaulMessner]

Glad you liked it.

[@excip]

My Dursten XMid 2p came with extra cord to better secure it in the wind etc. However I'm not good with knots and stuff could you please make a guide video how to do it because I saw the extra ones on yours. thank you.

[@lyndonlondon]

I would like some of those 'little shoes' to protect my X-Mid when it arrives. Paul, can you tell me a bit more about them, please?

[@PaulMessner]

If you email me or Instagram message I have a couple of sets. I’m sure we can sort something. They cost a fortune to ship from USA so I bought 4 sets.

[@lyndonlondon]

@@PaulMessner I've sent a message on Instagram to you...

[@BrokenBackMountains]

I use some plastic tips designed for tarps. They are like a tube with a disk on the end. The disk has attachment points for the tent. Saying that the last couple of times I didn't bother using them and my xmid 2 was fine.

[@garrywall1]

Hi,Paul you got great talent in the film making

[@PaulMessner]

Kind words. Thank you

[@eumaeus]

Top tip: Use a Dymo labeller for your oils and spices Paul. That way, you don't accidentally confuse lime cordial for olive oil...like who would ever do that ;)

[@geoffking9484]

Hi Paul those treking pole holders for the x mid were can I find them as I'm planing on getting the 2p solid next month Love the vid

[@tweedyoutdoors]

This is really nice Paul, it's like the videos you made back in the early days. Not that there's anything wrong with your more slick recent videos! ...but there was just something really nice and low key about this.

[@PaulMessner]

Thanks mate. Glad you liked it.

[@jamin500]

Great video mate. 😁

[@PaulMessner]

Cheers Ben 👍🏻

[@TheRichardhall94]

Hi Paul great video. Just purchased x mid 1 and was wandering if I need to seem seel it ? 🤔

[@soletrail]

Hey Paul. Loving the videos man. I just got my x nid. Love it. Can I ask where you got the trekking pole handle covers? Great Idea.

[@PaulMessner]

Tarptent website.

[@soletrail]

@@PaulMessner legend thanks Paul.

[@nicholasromans5816]

The duomid would of looked nice in them woods Paul thought I would of seen you in that ha great vid , like the xboil but I made my own version like that a year back ATB nick 👍

[@rudetc]

Paul, your breathing is like camping ASMR.

[@grant7934]

160k subscribers. Well done, Paul. Hiking in a Sedan chair next.

[@DaveP668]

The sound of rain soon gets to you when you enter day 3 of it and water is flowing through the tent! That was Nantcol about 10 years ago in August!

[@PaulMessner]

Setting up and packing away in it can be a chore. Don’t mind if I’m in the tent

[@millzybeta]

Trying to find the tracking pole holders you've used. Any links or what to look for

[@TheAdventuringFoodie]

Paul - where do you find the “shoes” that allow you to use your trekking poles top up?

[@PaulMessner]

They are from Tarptent in the USA. The shipping was 5 x the cost of the shoes.

[@cienfuegos1228]

Hi good video. Where did you buy the 'shoes' to keep the trekking pole handles in place when the tent is pitched?

[@PaulMessner]

They were from tarptent

[@southcoastoutdoorsuk6301]

Should try one of our OGE alcohol stove setups , works a treat and very budget friendly , voted 👍

[@SteveSingerFowkes]

Are you going to do a long term review of the Durston Paul?

[@antduke2361]

I much prefer the colour of the mesh inner one the lighter green is a better shade of green. I sold mine as. I didn't like the colour of the solid one

[@1888mag]

Hey Paul , Where did you get the little cloth guards from for the poles mate … Thanks in advance

[@PaulMessner]

Tarptent website

[@1888mag]

@@PaulMessner Ta

[@craigleewhite6317]

Yosh! Bad Bwoy. Wha gwaan? Paul. How do you do. Craig the inquisitive wish I can camp like that Messenger fan from day one. A lot has took place since then, apparently as I see it that's a new concept ExPed. How's that fare? Using a 0% Criterion at home as a quilt I'm liking the way it doesn't seem to get hot per say it sort of remains cool yet I'm not cold do you think I ought go out with it or go for the bigger bro Criterion? We shall see;) Yeah! the camera, the star pictures sure awakens the gratitude of what's really going down when guys go camping. It's amazing. OK Paul. Ciao for now.

[@sourseabakery6022]

What are the little ball thing that you put on you stool legs called and where can I get some from ?? Love the videos

[@jjk4219]

I'd like to know as well. The only ones I can find are vibram rubber and weigh 9 oz

[@Kev.B.4311]

Loved watching this one Paul, great filming as always, lovely tranquil looking location & beautiful sunset, but wot about those stars...😯 Magic...!👍 Nice 2 have a wood fire, but having to feed wood, whilst cooking is more testing than lighting the Trangia...✔️ I got one finally a week ago, always relied on gas, but have been testing it the past few evenings & loving it...!🥰 Enjoyed the bushcraft elements, as I do the same, just for the fun, even though I have a lighter in my pocket...!😄🙄🤣 Wot was knife U had 4 splitting the wood, as looked like a good thick blade...? Dan Durston tents eh...!?🤔 Have to look him up... Liked the tent, but think I'm cushtie with the kit I use & I ain't got the bucks 4 more right now...!☹️🤬😄 Nice bit of food & has got me looking up Mini Spice Pouches now...!😂 Where'd ya mate get that one...?🤔 Another great film & will look forward to Ur next adventure, best wishes, Kev.B...👍🌄👊🔥🤘💯

[@PaulMessner]

The trangia is awesome. So peaceful but so reliable. Love mine. The spice pouch was from Colin at pagan preppers. He’s on KZbin 👍🏻

[@1972andyb]

Great vid Paul, as usual 😊😊 You ever tempted to take porridge pots for quick & easy breakfast. I take them to work at the mo 😂

[@hemmingsadventures]

There is a vision of contentment.

[@thepeakyminer2059]

It might be better to do a small ‘upside down’ fire in the burner - then you could put bigger pieces of fuel in the bottom and not need to feed the stove quite as much.

[@frosty_soda]

Good idea! I'll be trying that

[@InimitaPaul]

I’d love one of those spice pack things you were using, I wonder where Colin got it?

[@colinbrown4008]

I make them mate

[@InimitaPaul]

@@colinbrown4008 Do you sell them on Etsy or anywhere mate?

[@markl2815]

That’s a bit of a surprise seeing you doing the more heavy bushcraft side of things. I know you started there but it isn’t a big thing in most of your stuff. Nice one though. I’m just waiting for customs to clear my Durstan tent into France … hopefully it’ll be worth it Anyway, cheers for the entertainment

[@george6546]

Which knife is that? Looks really good! Trying to find something similar for an upcoming winter camping trip, just need to be able to get some bark off, same as you. Cheers!

[@PaulMessner]

It’s a Jacklore classic.

[@craynak]

Can you throw the spice pack with a link Paul, my partner would love that for camping!

[@colinbrown4008]

I make them