Enjoy it! 6'4", bought mine a few months before the discontinued it. I have been babying that thing because I love it so much I was hating the idea of it wearing out and having to find some alternate.... If they weren't so expensive, I'd probably buy a 2020 and keep the 2017 model as a backup. Here's hoping they keep it in their lineup for a long time to come.
@@davidphillipich It was alright but i switched back to my Duplex about halfway through the trail. Ultimately i wanted the extra interior space. I now have a Free Duo because its a great free standing option, but they now have the Duplex XL which is a great option for us taller hikers.
That's F***ing awesome....I'm 6'2" and would have no complaints about dropping 5+ Benjamin's on that tent. Thanks for your guest/research Darwin.🤘😎🤘 .....P.S., Bud Light isn't real beer.
So it Really does proce that Jesus was God... considering all the influence he had on the world without Newspapers, TV, video and the Internet! Amazing!
That’s awesome that you took all of the customers that liked that tent and sent them to Zpacks to reintroduce the tent. Love your channel. Keep it up 👍🏻
Darwin is so wholesome. I'm barely 170cm and fit in normal tents, but I can imagine what a struggle it can be for taller people. Happy for all of you who will benefit from the altaplex in the future!
Voting with your dollars. Your commitment, talent, influence, and actual dollars have improved a community. I certainly appreciate your effort. Thanks Darwin!
I perfectly understand the desire to find that perfect tent, the holy grail of hikers and campers the world over. But I don't think it really exists except in myth and lore. After all, the perfect tent would actually morph into different tents depending on the weather, the type of adventure, the location, and a zillion other factors. Perfect for this year, perhaps. But I'd bet that within a month of use, you'll be thinking of some little changes you would like to see done to it. Still, a wholly worthy quest!
Hey Darwin, long time lurker but I've been waiting for your (obviously coming) announcement of this tent and as a 6'3" guy I'm already ordering this baby! Thanks a bunch for your work.
I thiught I was alone in liking the Altaplex text. I bought the last one Z Packs made then they stopped production. I am tall and it seemed the best and simplest design. I am happy to be confirmed in my choice. I am takng it backpacking Saturday. Thanks for rallying you subscribers to bring the Altplex back.
I'm only 5"6 but I love my Altaplex - little bit extra room, great height, and most important for me, the single pole! So glad I opted for it over the duplex years ago. I've raved about it to so many people. I'm glad it's back - now I wont get so many confused looks from people who haven't heard of it :) Enjoy
That's wonderful what you did, getting with zpacks and giving them all those comments to help others have the chance to have that tent. It's true that it's harder for us tall people to find a good tent, I'm 6'2" myself and I have to sleep at an angle in my tent to be comfy and not have that condensation problem . Thank you for thinking of others 😁😁😁
Yay this is awesome! Was hoping so much you would find a tent that fits and the fact that this tent will be available to others that are in a similar situation makes it even more amazing!
This is just awesome all around. Very cool that you found an option for taller guys. Nice that Zpacks is listening to the demand of taller hikers. I currently have only used their packs but this might get me in one of their tents. Being 6'4" this is great news.
I’m 6’1 and over 250 pounds. I’ve been looking for this tent(size wise) for about a year. This just went to the top of my next to buy list! Thank so much!!!!!!
Bring back the Dana Designs Wet Rib. Originally made in Left and Right sides, sizes Small and Large. The Wet Rib hangs from any shoulder harness straps and attaches across your ribs with a quick release buckle. There is a cinch pocket for a water bottle with an opening diameter large enough to handle a Nalgene quart/liter bottle. Behind the water bottle cinch pocket there is a large (or small, hence the sizes L and S) zipper pouch that will easily hold compass, snacks, iPhone, gps unit, map, whistle, etc (I know because I've used the heck out of mine and carried all that stuff in there all at once). GREAT product to keep stuff we use on a regular basis right at hand. Best part is that it keeps your water bottle right there at hand, no searching around the sides of your pack, or having to take your pack off to get to snacks. Great product. I asked zpacks if they would consider remanufacturing this and they said no. Probably because not enough people asked for it. See if you can find one, I mainly use the left side one in size large. Thanks for all the great vids and thanks for finding this great tent!
Thanks for this lucrative video, Darwin. !!!!! A hiking buddy and I started watching this and AS SOON as you said "dcf" and "long enuff" I said to Rick that your perfect tent is my Altaplex that I bought a few years ago from Zpacks along, with my sleeping bag, because I had the exact same problem that you have...a soaking wet footbox from the Solplex that I bought previously because once you toss in the 3-inch pad the footbox is rubbing the tent. Rick said "no" and named something else and I said that the ONLY tent that was ever made in dcf and was "long"---that I was aware of---and I know them all----was the Altaplex, which I knew that Zpacks FINALLY brought back. Rick bets on any and everything and thanks to this video I am now 50.00 richer for my upcoming 3rd thruhike of the AT in less than a month. You will LOVE this tent!!!!!!! I was bummed when they discontinued it because the loss of the Altaplex created a void in dcf tents for taller hikers and dcf doesnt have the longest life-span of materials even with TLC. I am going to order another one next week so that I will have a "spare"...lol...just in case Joe decides to discontinue it again in the future. Good luck on the AT....a shame you wont be doing the whole thing...but enjoy the other hikes you have planned for 2020!!
UL tents for tall people is such a pain in the ass to locate. This is some of the best news I have heard all day, thanks for going to bat for the return of this tent. It has now shot to the top of my wishlist.
I'm using a camo duplex right now. But I might go get an altaplex. Well done Mr. D ! (and Zpacks) A useful trick, or hack, for the damp foot box (still useful also with the altaplex, but not quite as necessary) is to attach a couple of clips, left and right to the bottom of the side seams of your breathable rain jacket eg Visp (or possibly vertice). The other half of the clips about one jacket length up from the bottom of your quilt. Those small flat clips used on the quilt straps are ideal for this. Zip up jacket and pull it over the foot box. Clip on. Makes a breathable water proof foot bag. . If you have each clip, left and right, opposite to the other (one male, one female) that also comes in handy when you are walking along, warm weather, with the jacket unzipped, between showers. You can clip the bottom of the side seams together behind you and pull the front zip back out of the way. I used some of zpacks repair tape to stick them on. Better to sew of course. You need the clips otherwise you'll just pull the bottom of the quilt out of the jacket ever time you turn over.
Thanks man. I had a modular tent similar to what you had, except mine sucked more. I had no room to move and the walls touched me all night. Thanks again for encouraging zpacks to bring back a great tent!! Now, I'll need to work extra days to save up for this one.. lol
Darwin, man that tent is the complete opposite to what I need, however, I absolutely love your enthusiasm, enjoy it! kind regards, Peter Bennett, Victoria, Australia.
Thank you Darwin it’s Marmalade here. As I said before I’m 6’3” and have had the exact same problem as you for years. Thanks to your video I just ordered the olive drab (felt it would be a better color for any stealth camping). The hiking poles I use extend far enough so I’m set. Thank you for your review and I’ll be doing my own review for my channel once I get it. Cheers
A lesson I keep re-learning is "buy what you actually want at once". All those attempts trying to satisfy that need with cheaper alternatives will just cost you more in the long run. Been doing that way too many times myself, but I am learning.
The new Zpacks Altaplex tent looks like it will be the perfect tent for you! I'm still a hammock guy, but if I ever look at tents this one looks great.
That's fantastic! I love it when the Free Market works like it's supposed to. Very cool of you to be able to solve others' wants as you did your own. Congrats!
Thanks Darwin for this video and showing all of us the info on the Altaplex .. I have a try-plex from a few years ago and need to get a one person tent, this will be great. I have one coming soon..
I had a hexamid duplex and added the freestanding option. I just bought the altaplex and happened to see you posted this video. I knew it was about the altaplex. Can’t wait to try it for ten days from Springer March 13. Great videos buddy
I've been excitedly and patiently anticipating this video ever since I saw your post on Instagram 2 weeks ago about you finding your perfect tent! I'm also 6'1" and I have to sleep diagonally in my tents to avoid touching the walls. This past weekends backpacking trip, I was on the border of hypothermia due to waking up at 3am in a wet down bag in 45° because my bag kept touching the wall. I will definitely be looking into this tent! Thank you!
I am a huge fan of the ProTrail and MoTrail from TarpTent! One upgrade I would love to see is if they were to make it out of DCF material. I believe this would lighten considerably, and pairs with the super easy set-up/tear-down, would be my Perfect Tent! Thanks for all the hard work Darwin! You do some amazing video and have great insight!
Totally jelly! My duplex only has 300 miles on it and is still too new to justify a new tent. Great to hear you've found an exciting new piece of gear! That tent sounds fantastic.
Darwin, thanks for making it possible for me to have the best tent for me back on the market. I’ve ordered my Altaplex and can’t wait to take it o the trail.
Thanks for another great video, Darwin! Yep, Zpacks has the new Altaplex up on their site for order now (w/ 1-2 weeks shipping time). I'm not as tall as you, so I haven't suffered from the same issues you had, but I'm really happy that you championed for the re-release of this tent. The Zpacks Duplex works great for me, but I might buy this tent. Reasons being: lighter weight, simpler set-up, although a 1-tall person tent, this will work great for someone not as tall that wants a solo tent that has more room inside for gear storage, with better headroom for comfortability. So, not only does this tent serve taller hikers, it also has great benefits for average height hikers looking for a lighter solo option w/ more room and space. Thank you, Darwin!
Thanks Darwin. At 76" tall I also struggle to find a 'perfect tent'. I will certainly check out the renewed altaplex as an option. When hiking there are a few things that can really make a difference. Sleep comfort is a big one. If you don't get a decent night rest the trail will wear on you. I am happy you have found a really good tent for you and I am hopeful that it work for me as well.
What should be brought back on the market is our tent the Sierra Designs Flash 3. It is not a super light tent but it is light for made of polyester and what is great about it is 1) one piece set up and 2) the best: no front tent but an awning. Having to crawl through a wet from condensation front tent is just plain awfull. Instead this tent features seperate places tot put your gear and you can get in and out this tent very easy. The awnings work great. Just sit in your tentdoor while cooking in the rain, the tent stays dry. Our club of backpackers here in the Netherlands were very interested in the design. Before they could buy one, it was out of production. We think this was because this tent was clearly misunderstood. Even at the outdoor shop they sold it as a tent for sunny weather, because of the 'lack' of a front tent. But we camp in it year round. We also have the Triplex, but the Flash 3 stays our favorite.
I wish someone brought back berry or wildberry i think it was Powerbars. I used to buy them a lot in the 90's training for triathlons. That was my favorite flavor. Peanut butter or chocolate is a toss up. And you can still buy those. I bought a whole box of berry one time. To save money. Left them in the plastic bag on my bed. Left for a few hours only to come home and find my yellow lab tore open the box ate all but 2 bars. Left wrappers all over the room. Since the mid ninetie, they stopped making that flavor. I also miss Turkey Hill Sports drink they used to carry in a waxed carton. Its a local company in Pa that makes great iced tea. That also was in the late 80's early 90's. I have already emailed them about 5 years ago on that. Nothing. They had an orange and also a lemon lime flavor.
For those who are not tall... I'm a small female almost 5'6". I just bought the 2020 altaplex and it is fantastic. I like doing certain stretches with my feet up and arms out. Also the door is so easy to get in and out of. I hardly need to stoop. Also I think less condensation. So I feel it's a great choice if smaller too. With the steep walls I know my quilt is not going to hit the sides. I had the OG hexamid and it was too small even for me as far as getting drenched. So with the high walls of the bathtub floor I appreciate the privacy and not as breezy as the old hex with net floor. (the net floor held up well tho), Anyway am thrilled with the new altaplex!
I still have my first true backpacking tent bought in 2005. At the time it was one of the lightest tents on the market and won an award from Backpacker Magazine. Fast forward to today, 4.5 lbs is no longer considered light weight. So my Sierra Design Clip Flashlight stays at home. It is a two person, front entry, non free standing tunnel type tent. It was warm in cold weather and withstood high winds that took out every other tent in camp. It's been car camping, kayak camping, and of course backpacking for 13 years before I had to replace the seam seal and treat with waterproofing. I'm getting too old to carry it down the trail, and my car camping is now with an RV, but will certainly take it down river. When I went to replace it for my upcoming CT hike (hope I see you there) I was hoping Sierra Design made it in newer lighter weight material. I was surprised to see it had gone through several design changes throughout the years and was now a completely different tent. I've thought about replacing the bathtub with dynema and ditching the ground cloth, but that would only save me a pound. If I rebuilt the rain fly with dcf, it would cost more than most dcf tents. So, I'm still trying put some light weight options. Didn't like the Fly Creek HV UL 1. Way too cramped and drafty. The REI Quarter Dome was way heavier than I anticipated. Was not that empressed with my recent purchase of the Tiger Wall UL 2, which may go back to REI. Truly considering a tarp tent, but worry about the bugs on CT in July. So that leaves single wall. Looking at the GG the two. Running out of time.
This would be great news. I'm 6.3, own a Duplex, all same issues. Altaplex relaunch; support, support , support.......you get the picture. Thank you Darwin !
I do a lot of research on the camping gear and I buy what I want and mostly not based on a cheap price. For instance, my last hammock is well over $500, tarp, $300, under quilt $319. I sleep great and I don't have to worry about equipment failure. Good video.
With a bathtub floor attached to the "fly" and mosquito netting attached to the peak you can fold the entire "tent" for storage. If you add a loop of cordage to the peak of the "tent" you can then hang it from above by about eight different methods providing greater set-up flexibility.
not a product idea, but maybe a cool suggestion . I have been strapping my duplex to the bottom of my pack by lashing shock cord to the grommets placed at the bottom of my stretch mesh pocket & running it towards the hipbelt strap that I have removed. adds more streamlined approach to getting your tent out in rain, carrying more food in a 40l pack,and putting a wet tent away.
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Darwin onthetrail I recently purchased a helium force 10 it is amazing but unfortunately they don’t make a footprint for it :/ any ideas?
Maybe the old hexamid. I'm not over 6 feet, so the altaplex isn't for me necessary for me.
Big Agnes copper spur
At the moment, Lanshan 2p. I'll eventually get a lighter tent, hopefully.
Zpacks 8.5 x 8.5 Tarp and EE Recon Bivy.
Love the new sassy darwin!!
”told you it wasn't a green screen”
Hilarious!!! 😂🤣🤣
I’m 6’3” and have used the Duplex for the past 2 years. I just ordered the Altaplex in spruce green for my PCT hike starting in April.
Enjoy it! 6'4", bought mine a few months before the discontinued it. I have been babying that thing because I love it so much I was hating the idea of it wearing out and having to find some alternate.... If they weren't so expensive, I'd probably buy a 2020 and keep the 2017 model as a backup. Here's hoping they keep it in their lineup for a long time to come.
how'd it go? also 6'3"...
@@davidphillipich
It was alright but i switched back to my Duplex about halfway through the trail. Ultimately i wanted the extra interior space. I now have a Free Duo because its a great free standing option, but they now have the Duplex XL which is a great option for us taller hikers.
That's F***ing awesome....I'm 6'2" and would have no complaints about dropping 5+ Benjamin's on that tent.
Thanks for your guest/research Darwin.🤘😎🤘
.....P.S., Bud Light isn't real beer.
This would be the *true* example of a CZcams influencer. Influencing the _manufacturer_. To quote Bill & Ted "Excellent! 🎸🎵"
I'm just glad it worked 😂😂😂
This was such a cool story. It is crazy when a company can actually respond to its customers' ideas. Way to go Darwin and Zpacks!
So it Really does proce that Jesus was God... considering all the influence he had on the world without Newspapers, TV, video and the Internet! Amazing!
That’s awesome that you took all of the customers that liked that tent and sent them to Zpacks to reintroduce the tent. Love your channel. Keep it up 👍🏻
Darwin is so wholesome. I'm barely 170cm and fit in normal tents, but I can imagine what a struggle it can be for taller people. Happy for all of you who will benefit from the altaplex in the future!
this new 3D greenscreen tech they have now is pretty amazing
I'm still trying to Master it. 👍
This has to be the most wholesome "influencer" result ever.
Voting with your dollars. Your commitment, talent, influence, and actual dollars have improved a community. I certainly appreciate your effort. Thanks Darwin!
There wasn't any voting involved though?
“Told you it wasn’t a green screen” wins best quote.
That's awesome!! 😅🤣
I perfectly understand the desire to find that perfect tent, the holy grail of hikers and campers the world over. But I don't think it really exists except in myth and lore. After all, the perfect tent would actually morph into different tents depending on the weather, the type of adventure, the location, and a zillion other factors.
Perfect for this year, perhaps.
But I'd bet that within a month of use, you'll be thinking of some little changes you would like to see done to it.
Still, a wholly worthy quest!
that looks like an ideal tent solution. im glad they were up to bringing it back
I don't know how someone could give you a thumbs down. Haters gonna hate. I appreciate all your content, thanks for what you do!
Hey Darwin, long time lurker but I've been waiting for your (obviously coming) announcement of this tent and as a 6'3" guy I'm already ordering this baby! Thanks a bunch for your work.
I thiught I was alone in liking the Altaplex text. I bought the last one Z Packs made then they stopped production. I am tall and it seemed the best and simplest design. I am happy to be confirmed in my choice. I am takng it backpacking Saturday. Thanks for rallying you subscribers to bring the Altplex back.
Something is very wrong with you.
Wow, it's cool that you are able to influence these manufacturers on our behalf. Our voices are heard! Full stop!
Gossamer Gear “the one” for me as lightweight option, Vaude “Power lizard” for more challenging conditions. Both excellent for me.
I have GG The One and love it!
I'm only 5"6 but I love my Altaplex - little bit extra room, great height, and most important for me, the single pole! So glad I opted for it over the duplex years ago.
I've raved about it to so many people. I'm glad it's back - now I wont get so many confused looks from people who haven't heard of it :) Enjoy
I’m only 5’4 and I’m thinking about the altaplex over the plex solo just for the extra room. I hate worrying about touching the walls
Glad you found something that works!
ME TOO!!!
Gotta love Darwin adding the PSA 😄⛺👍
That's wonderful what you did, getting with zpacks and giving them all those comments to help others have the chance to have that tent.
It's true that it's harder for us tall people to find a good tent, I'm 6'2" myself and I have to sleep at an angle in my tent to be comfy and not have that condensation problem .
Thank you for thinking of others 😁😁😁
Whoo Hoo, a tent for us folks over 6 foot tall. Many thanks for promoting the need for something just a bit longer and certain taller too.👍👍😋
That's incredible! Great tent! And it's great to see Tuba Solo getting a shout out. Great guy and a great channel! Thanks for sharing the love!
Looked the Video he did! Super Funny!
Yay this is awesome! Was hoping so much you would find a tent that fits and the fact that this tent will be available to others that are in a similar situation makes it even more amazing!
That's really tentrific. What a great story. Happy you found the perfect tent. Mark (England)
This is just awesome all around. Very cool that you found an option for taller guys. Nice that Zpacks is listening to the demand of taller hikers. I currently have only used their packs but this might get me in one of their tents. Being 6'4" this is great news.
I love the background music during the PSA segment 😂
Yes! Love my Altaplex! Best head and foot room in a solo tent!!! Thanks for getting this revived!
I’m 6’1 and over 250 pounds. I’ve been looking for this tent(size wise) for about a year. This just went to the top of my next to buy list! Thank so much!!!!!!
Bring back the Dana Designs Wet Rib. Originally made in Left and Right sides, sizes Small and Large. The Wet Rib hangs from any shoulder harness straps and attaches across your ribs with a quick release buckle. There is a cinch pocket for a water bottle with an opening diameter large enough to handle a Nalgene quart/liter bottle. Behind the water bottle cinch pocket there is a large (or small, hence the sizes L and S) zipper pouch that will easily hold compass, snacks, iPhone, gps unit, map, whistle, etc (I know because I've used the heck out of mine and carried all that stuff in there all at once). GREAT product to keep stuff we use on a regular basis right at hand. Best part is that it keeps your water bottle right there at hand, no searching around the sides of your pack, or having to take your pack off to get to snacks. Great product. I asked zpacks if they would consider remanufacturing this and they said no. Probably because not enough people asked for it. See if you can find one, I mainly use the left side one in size large. Thanks for all the great vids and thanks for finding this great tent!
What a great way to rally your viewers and numbers for a positive influence you rock
Thanks for this lucrative video, Darwin. !!!!! A hiking buddy and I started watching this and AS SOON as you said "dcf" and "long enuff" I said to Rick that your perfect tent is my Altaplex that I bought a few years ago from Zpacks along, with my sleeping bag, because I had the exact same problem that you have...a soaking wet footbox from the Solplex that I bought previously because once you toss in the 3-inch pad the footbox is rubbing the tent. Rick said "no" and named something else and I said that the ONLY tent that was ever made in dcf and was "long"---that I was aware of---and I know them all----was the Altaplex, which I knew that Zpacks FINALLY brought back. Rick bets on any and everything and thanks to this video I am now 50.00 richer for my upcoming 3rd thruhike of the AT in less than a month. You will LOVE this tent!!!!!!! I was bummed when they discontinued it because the loss of the Altaplex created a void in dcf tents for taller hikers and dcf doesnt have the longest life-span of materials even with TLC. I am going to order another one next week so that I will have a "spare"...lol...just in case Joe decides to discontinue it again in the future.
Good luck on the AT....a shame you wont be doing the whole thing...but enjoy the other hikes you have planned for 2020!!
UL tents for tall people is such a pain in the ass to locate. This is some of the best news I have heard all day, thanks for going to bat for the return of this tent. It has now shot to the top of my wishlist.
I'm using a camo duplex right now. But I might go get an altaplex. Well done Mr. D ! (and Zpacks)
A useful trick, or hack, for the damp foot box (still useful also with the altaplex, but not quite as necessary) is to attach a couple of clips, left and right to the bottom of the side seams of your breathable rain jacket eg Visp (or possibly vertice). The other half of the clips about one jacket length up from the bottom of your quilt. Those small flat clips used on the quilt straps are ideal for this. Zip up jacket and pull it over the foot box. Clip on. Makes a breathable water proof foot bag. . If you have each clip, left and right, opposite to the other (one male, one female) that also comes in handy when you are walking along, warm weather, with the jacket unzipped, between showers. You can clip the bottom of the side seams together behind you and pull the front zip back out of the way. I used some of zpacks repair tape to stick them on. Better to sew of course. You need the clips otherwise you'll just pull the bottom of the quilt out of the jacket ever time you turn over.
Oh that's great! All your hard work paid off! It will be fun to see how you like it throughout the year.
Darwin you legend! I'm 6ft2 and had the same problem with the Duplex. Might have to switch to this.
It's SOOOO Good!
Thanks man. I had a modular tent similar to what you had, except mine sucked more. I had no room to move and the walls touched me all night. Thanks again for encouraging zpacks to bring back a great tent!! Now, I'll need to work extra days to save up for this one.. lol
Yes, thank you Darwin! Just bought one, pumped! Thanks for listening Zpacks!
Nicholas Rokitka hey man. What color did ya get?
@@seanae86 blue, I have a blue plexamid, neutral enough, pleasant to sleep in
Got the Camo system. Also got the Duplex camo. Hike on 🤙🏽
Darwin, man that tent is the complete opposite to what I need, however, I absolutely love your enthusiasm, enjoy it! kind regards, Peter Bennett, Victoria, Australia.
Thank you Darwin it’s Marmalade here. As I said before I’m 6’3” and have had the exact same problem as you for years. Thanks to your video I just ordered the olive drab (felt it would be a better color for any stealth camping). The hiking poles I use extend far enough so I’m set. Thank you for your review and I’ll be doing my own review for my channel once I get it. Cheers
A lesson I keep re-learning is "buy what you actually want at once". All those attempts trying to satisfy that need with cheaper alternatives will just cost you more in the long run.
Been doing that way too many times myself, but I am learning.
Cool! Great job on tent explanation. You helped a lot of tall people.
Gotta love a company that listens to it's customers. Not too common anymore.
Just placed my order! Thanks for all the work you put into this. I am so stoked!!
It's rare times like this when being 5'9" makes me happy. 😉
It does feel great sometimes. Checking in at 5'5" haha
John McA I've often seen benefits from my height of 5'6
it's rare that my being 5'6" is perfect for me. it's given me more options hiking wise then others get.
I'm right there with ya! 😁
6ft even and i fit fine in most tents. So im not quite getting his space issue but i guess to each his own i use a hammock anyway tents suck
I'm only 5" but I'm so glad the tall people who help me get stuff off the supermarket top shelf have a good tent option again!
The new Zpacks Altaplex tent looks like it will be the perfect tent for you! I'm still a hammock guy, but if I ever look at tents this one looks great.
I put my quilt foot box, in my zipped raincoat. Then can lean it up against the end of the tent no problem. Adds warmth too.
That's fantastic! I love it when the Free Market works like it's supposed to. Very cool of you to be able to solve others' wants as you did your own. Congrats!
Thanks Darwin for this video and showing all of us the info on the Altaplex .. I have a try-plex from a few years ago and need to get a one person tent, this will be great. I have one coming soon..
Great job getting with zpacks. So glad they see the need in the market and will release a new version 👣
Glad your search is over. I can't wait to see how it handles the many miles.👍
Great looking tent Darwin I hope you enjoy it. Take Care
I had a hexamid duplex and added the freestanding option. I just bought the altaplex and happened to see you posted this video. I knew it was about the altaplex. Can’t wait to try it for ten days from Springer March 13. Great videos buddy
I thought about it a bit and have ordered one. Well done Mr. D, you're a power in the land!
I've been excitedly and patiently anticipating this video ever since I saw your post on Instagram 2 weeks ago about you finding your perfect tent! I'm also 6'1" and I have to sleep diagonally in my tents to avoid touching the walls. This past weekends backpacking trip, I was on the border of hypothermia due to waking up at 3am in a wet down bag in 45° because my bag kept touching the wall. I will definitely be looking into this tent! Thank you!
Excited you found your sweet tent. Happy trails.
I am a huge fan of the ProTrail and MoTrail from TarpTent! One upgrade I would love to see is if they were to make it out of DCF material. I believe this would lighten considerably, and pairs with the super easy set-up/tear-down, would be my Perfect Tent!
Thanks for all the hard work Darwin! You do some amazing video and have great insight!
Agreed, I want a MoTrail in DCF. We should start lobbying TarpTent.
Aah that’s brilliant. Can’t wait to hear how it works. Didn’t like their one person out right now and 2 person too big so this one sounds perfect!
Thank you for doing the work to help us taller guys get accommodated.
Totally jelly! My duplex only has 300 miles on it and is still too new to justify a new tent. Great to hear you've found an exciting new piece of gear! That tent sounds fantastic.
Darwin, thanks for making it possible for me to have the best tent for me back on the market. I’ve ordered my Altaplex and can’t wait to take it o the trail.
wooo hooo ... I share all the same issues (less I use 2 trekkers).... thanks for reaching out to Zpacks. NEW tent ordered! :)
Loved this video! Great to see a youtuber like yourself working with the community to find something that works!
Thanks for another great video, Darwin! Yep, Zpacks has the new Altaplex up on their site for order now (w/ 1-2 weeks shipping time). I'm not as tall as you, so I haven't suffered from the same issues you had, but I'm really happy that you championed for the re-release of this tent. The Zpacks Duplex works great for me, but I might buy this tent. Reasons being: lighter weight, simpler set-up, although a 1-tall person tent, this will work great for someone not as tall that wants a solo tent that has more room inside for gear storage, with better headroom for comfortability. So, not only does this tent serve taller hikers, it also has great benefits for average height hikers looking for a lighter solo option w/ more room and space. Thank you, Darwin!
Thanks Darwin. At 76" tall I also struggle to find a 'perfect tent'. I will certainly check out the renewed altaplex as an option. When hiking there are a few things that can really make a difference. Sleep comfort is a big one. If you don't get a decent night rest the trail will wear on you. I am happy you have found a really good tent for you and I am hopeful that it work for me as well.
What should be brought back on the market is our tent the Sierra Designs Flash 3. It is not a super light tent but it is light for made of polyester and what is great about it is 1) one piece set up and 2) the best: no front tent but an awning. Having to crawl through a wet from condensation front tent is just plain awfull. Instead this tent features seperate places tot put your gear and you can get in and out this tent very easy. The awnings work great. Just sit in your tentdoor while cooking in the rain, the tent stays dry. Our club of backpackers here in the Netherlands were very interested in the design. Before they could buy one, it was out of production. We think this was because this tent was clearly misunderstood. Even at the outdoor shop they sold it as a tent for sunny weather, because of the 'lack' of a front tent. But we camp in it year round. We also have the Triplex, but the Flash 3 stays our favorite.
I wish someone brought back berry or wildberry i think it was Powerbars. I used to buy them a lot in the 90's training for triathlons. That was my favorite flavor. Peanut butter or chocolate is a toss up. And you can still buy those. I bought a whole box of berry one time. To save money. Left them in the plastic bag on my bed. Left for a few hours only to come home and find my yellow lab tore open the box ate all but 2 bars. Left wrappers all over the room. Since the mid ninetie, they stopped making that flavor. I also miss Turkey Hill Sports drink they used to carry in a waxed carton. Its a local company in Pa that makes great iced tea. That also was in the late 80's early 90's. I have already emailed them about 5 years ago on that. Nothing. They had an orange and also a lemon lime flavor.
For those who are not tall... I'm a small female almost 5'6". I just bought the 2020 altaplex and it is fantastic. I like doing certain stretches with my feet up and arms out. Also the door is so easy to get in and out of. I hardly need to stoop. Also I think less condensation. So I feel it's a great choice if smaller too. With the steep walls I know my quilt is not going to hit the sides. I had the OG hexamid and it was too small even for me as far as getting drenched. So with the high walls of the bathtub floor I appreciate the privacy and not as breezy as the old hex with net floor. (the net floor held up well tho), Anyway am thrilled with the new altaplex!
Thanks Darwin. I’m 6’ 2” and have a duplex. I’ll check this out 👍🏻
Darwin! I am late to the show, but you're getting good at this CGI thing. Big thumbs up!
Glad to see you using your super powers for the common good! Nice work!
💪 😂
Love the green screen sass at the end!
I still have my first true backpacking tent bought in 2005. At the time it was one of the lightest tents on the market and won an award from Backpacker Magazine. Fast forward to today, 4.5 lbs is no longer considered light weight. So my Sierra Design Clip Flashlight stays at home. It is a two person, front entry, non free standing tunnel type tent. It was warm in cold weather and withstood high winds that took out every other tent in camp. It's been car camping, kayak camping, and of course backpacking for 13 years before I had to replace the seam seal and treat with waterproofing. I'm getting too old to carry it down the trail, and my car camping is now with an RV, but will certainly take it down river. When I went to replace it for my upcoming CT hike (hope I see you there) I was hoping Sierra Design made it in newer lighter weight material. I was surprised to see it had gone through several design changes throughout the years and was now a completely different tent. I've thought about replacing the bathtub with dynema and ditching the ground cloth, but that would only save me a pound. If I rebuilt the rain fly with dcf, it would cost more than most dcf tents. So, I'm still trying put some light weight options. Didn't like the Fly Creek HV UL 1. Way too cramped and drafty. The REI Quarter Dome was way heavier than I anticipated. Was not that empressed with my recent purchase of the Tiger Wall UL 2, which may go back to REI. Truly considering a tarp tent, but worry about the bugs on CT in July. So that leaves single wall. Looking at the GG the two. Running out of time.
This would be great news. I'm 6.3, own a Duplex, all same issues. Altaplex relaunch; support, support , support.......you get the picture. Thank you Darwin !
As a 6'3" guy I appreciate you getting another option available to us taller hikers.
Congrats Darwin. My quest for the perfect tent is far from over, feel like like Frodo.
People power at work! Congratulations on completing your quest.
I guess I'm buying this for my first thru hike then. So glad you found a tent for yourself!!!
Wow, that’s amazing. Great job. I’m glad you found the right tent.
Wise move on Z-packs!!! Good on them, and good on you for taking the initiative to take this on.
Thank you Darwin! This is the solution that I've been waiting on! Your efforts are much appreciated!
I do a lot of research on the camping gear and I buy what I want and mostly not based on a cheap price. For instance, my last hammock is well over $500, tarp, $300, under quilt $319. I sleep great and I don't have to worry about equipment failure. Good video.
I love the evolution ! Dialing gear in is a journey !
At 6’3 thanks for taking the guess work out. I’ll be buying one for sure!
With a bathtub floor attached to the "fly" and mosquito netting attached to the peak you can fold the entire "tent" for storage. If you add a loop of cordage to the peak of the "tent" you can then hang it from above by about eight different methods providing greater set-up flexibility.
That's not the perfect tent! I saw the perfect tent at the St. Clair County Fair! It was a big blue tent. It said "Bud Light" in big letters!
HEY!!! You're Back!
Bud light is still gross however 🤮
@@DarwinOnthetrail - Oh! And, now your back...on my list! Oh yeah...I have a list!
LOL...I've been youtubin' less...Year end for accountants really cuts into our freetime.
Bud Light? Ewwwww.........
@@geraldhenrickson7472 - Oh! And, now you're on the list!
Well done, that's what community and communication does.
thanks for mentioning Cnoc! they’re the best
Darwin my good sir! You are truly the mvp in hiking forum! Thank you!!
Now they just need one like this, but a bit wider for two people! My feet and head rub in our triplex.
Glad you found what works for you. I'm still anxiously awaiting my x-mid 2 tent to come that was released.
Right on 😀😀😀 You got one. I’m so happy for you. Enjoy.
Breaking the 4th wall!
Breaking the Green Wall 😉
This tall guy (6’3”) thanks you! Great video!! - Sunsets
No Prob! I'll let you check it out next month! 😉
Cool! Can’t wait!!
Cant wait until you hit the trail and bring us along!
Can't wait to bring you along!!!
@@DarwinOnthetrail will you be editing along the way? Or should we expect some delay before your footage reaches the Tube?
Been researching for days and I narrowed it down to a tarp tent protrail as my first real backpacking tent
So far
Ships in 1-3 days !! TY Sir !!
Really? I had to wait longer than that for mine 😂
I believe the website advises a longer wait time than that...
It was 1-3 days shipping time, but now after the video was released, it says 1-2 weeks. A lot of happy tall hikers getting it I guess :)
not a product idea, but maybe a cool suggestion .
I have been strapping my duplex to the bottom of my pack by lashing shock cord to the grommets placed at the bottom of my stretch mesh pocket & running it towards the hipbelt strap that I have removed. adds more streamlined approach to getting your tent out in rain, carrying more food in a 40l pack,and putting a wet tent away.
Something I'm glad I've never had to worry about being 5'2 lol Can't wait to see some stuff about the GDT