DupleXL Pro Tent
The DupleXL Pro takes everything hikers love about our Duplex line and evolves it into a shelter that truly allows a taller backpacker the room to stretch out. The 8-foot (2.44 m) usable floor length and internal struts deliver serious interior space and a comfortable fit for hikers up to 6'6". The 40" (102 cm) wide floor has enough space for a larger solo hiker to spread out without giving up the ultralight weight, compact footprint, or effortless pitch that makes the Duplex legendary.
Built from waterproof, trail-proven Dyneema® Composite Fabric, the DupleXL Pro is made for big miles in demanding conditions. Its fully symmetrical design lets you pitch and sleep in either direction based on the wind, slope, or view, while zippered storm doors with peak vents provide protection when the weather turns and airflow when it doesn’t. Roll the doors back and secure them with magnetic toggles for wide-open views, or deploy them for protected vestibule space.
An optional flat groundsheet is available for added protection here.
Our Pivot line is another good choice to consider with 1P, 2P, and 3P tents for larger, taller hikers.
*THE DUPLEXL PRO DOES NOT SUPPORT OUR DUPLEX FLEX KIT
- Made from waterproof, durable, PFAS free Dyneema® Composite Fabric:
- Choose Blue or Olive .55 oz/sqyd DCF canopy fabric for the lightest option with a brighter interior, or choose Spruce Green .75 oz/sqyd DCF canopy fabric for more durability and opacity.
- Choose our trail tested .75 oz/sqyd DCF Lite floor material for the lowest weight with a negligible durability trade-off, or our 1 oz/sqyd DCF Standard floor for a little extra peace of mind.
- Sets up with two 48” (122 cm) Trekking Poles or Tent Poles and just 8 Stakes (each sold separately).
- The DupleXL Pro has built-in 12" (30.5 cm) struts at the head and foot ends of the tent to provide more space for taller hikers. The struts pack up conveniently with the tent and do not need to be removed.
- Storm doors on each side of the tent feature a convenient zipper entry, magnet toggles, and peak vents for airflow. All four doors can be rolled up independently and secured with magnet toggles. Leave the doors open on nice weather nights for a breeze and great views. Close the upwind doors to block cold wind, or close all four for 360° rain protection. Store your shoes and wet backpack in any of the four vestibule spaces.
- Wide Double-L screen doors on both sides of the tent drape to block mosquitoes or roll up with magnet toggles for easy entry or access to the vestibule space on either side of the trekking poles. The floor is pinned down by the poles for convenient one-handed zipper operation.
- Fully enclosed .67 oz/sqyd ultralight insect netting keeps even the smallest insects out and adds ventilation around the perimeter.
- Two adults can sit up at the center without brushing the canopy, or sit side by side facing out either door while removing shoes or reaching for gear outside the tent.
- The 40" (102 cm) wide floor is spacious for a large hiker with a wide pad, or a tight fit for two smaller hikers lying side by side on 20" (51 cm) pads. The symmetrical design allows you to pitch and sleep in either direction depending on the wind, the slope of the ground, and the views.
- The 8-foot (2.44 m) usable floor length and internal struts deliver serious interior space and a comfortable fit for hikers up to 6'6" (2 m).
- The bathtub floor has tall walls and is recessed from the perimeter to keep you protected from splash-up and condensation. In calm rain or under wet trees a downwind door can be left open for airflow without water dripping or falling into your living space.
- A compact footprint allows the DupleXL Pro to squeeze into hard-to-find backcountry flat spots, providing a decisive advantage over asymmetrical designs with larger footprints that require much more space to set up.
- LineLoc V adjusters allow you to lock in the perfect pitch. Bright yellow 1.6 mm Z-Line Guylines are easy to see day or night to avoid tripping.
- The durable floor material does not require a separate groundsheet. Flat Groundsheets are an optional precaution.
- Mesh pockets are conveniently located near each screen door so that they can be accessed from inside or outside the tent. They are a good place to store your cell phone, glasses, headlamp, the tent stuff sack, and spare seam tape (included).
- Built with high-quality #3 YKK Zippers. All zipper sliders are field-replaceable. Repair tape and spare sliders are included. Washing Instructions.
- Designed and assembled in the USA from domestic and imported components.
Weight:
The total weight displayed near the 'add to cart' button shows the weight of the tent including guy lines, sewn in linelocs, and taped seams.
The following items are also shipped with this tent:
- Medium-Plus DCF Stuff Sack - .32 oz (9 g)
- 24" DCF repair tape strip - .07 oz (2 g)
- Two spare zipper sliders - .08 oz (2.1 g)
- Total additional items: .48 oz (13.1 g)
*8x Stakes are required but are not included. We have a variety of Ultralight Stakes to choose from.
Exterior Dimensions:
Peak height: 48" (122 cm)
Ridgeline width: 46" (117 cm)
Width including vestibules: 88" (224 cm)
Vestibule Depth from floor: 24" (61 cm) each side
Length: 102" (259 cm)
Interior Dimensions:
Peak height: 48" (122 cm)
Floor width: 40" (102 cm)
Floor length: 90" (2.3 meters) at the corners and 96" (2.44 meters) in the center
Floor bathtub wall height: 6.75" (17 cm)
Floor Area: 26 square feet (2.4 square meters)
Zipper entry height: 36" (91 cm)
Packed Size:
Rolled Tight: about 5" diameter by 12" tall (12.7 cm x 30.5 cm), 236 cubic inches (3.9L).
Stuff Sack Size: 7" diameter by 13" tall (18 cm x 33 cm) Size Medium-Plus.
Tents will be about an inch (2.5 cm) larger in diameter and length when rolled casually. The included stuff sack is intentionally large so that you don't have to fight with your tent in the morning. Roll it casually and let it squish flat in your backpack. Extra items like stakes, tent poles, or a groundsheet will fit in the stuff sack.
Dyneema® Composite Fabric has many advantages over other shelter fabrics.
- Made with Bio-Based Dyneema® Fiber sourced from renewable feedstock. Fabric Made in the USA.
- High strength to weight ratio – Dyneema® can handle high wind force and does not tear easily.
- Chemical Free – No PFCs, PFAS, DWR or flame retardants.
- Inherently Waterproof – No coatings that could wear out. Does not absorb water weight.
- Stretch Free – Dyneema® stays taut all night. Other materials can stretch and sag, especially when wet.
- Taped seams – No seam sealing necessary! Any damage can easily be fixed in the field with included repair tape.
- Semi-transparent - Immerse with your surroundings. Thicker fabric weights offer more opacity.
- Long Lasting - The expected life span of this shelter is at least one full 2500+ mile thru hike, or many years of casual use with some care
DupleXL Pro Instructions
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Cutting Guylines:
Guylines are pre-cut and attached for you. Linelocs are sewn in place for adjusting the lines. If you choose to switch out your lines for a different cord, these are the default lengths:
Peaks - Cut 72 inches (183 cm) and tie a stake loop at 18 inches (46 cm). The long end attaches to the tent and the short end attaches to the door hooks.
Corners, Ends (x8) - 24 inches (61 cm)
Setup Instructions:
In windy conditions, orient one end of your tent upwind The DupleXL Pro tent is symmetrical and either end can be oriented into the wind.
Splash-up can occur when camped on hard-packed surfaces during heavy rain. Our tall bathtub floor and overhanging canopy help to keep mud and water from splashing up into your tent, but for best results, please choose camp spots on leaves or pine needles when possible. Remove any pointy twigs and sharp objects to protect your tent floor, but leave as much rain-dampening cushioning as possible to minimize the potential of splash-up.
- Adjust your two trekking poles to around 48 inches (122 cm). It is expected that your pole tips will sink into the ground an inch or so. On hard packed surfaces you may get a better pitch by reducing your trekking pole height a little bit or angling your tent poles.
- Give your corner guylines some slack. Stake out all four corner guylines at a 45 degree angle, roughly straight off the corner points.
- Insert the front trekking pole outside the screen with the handle at the peak and the tip in the ground. Stake the front line.
- If the peak is too high, tighten the front corner lines. If it is too low, loosen them.
- The corners of the tent should be about 6-8 inches (18cm) off the ground.
- Insert the back trekking pole the same way and stake it out.
- At each end of the tent, stand the Riser Rods vertically and use a single stake to stake out both center-end lines.
If the walls of the tent aren't smooth, you may need to reposition the corner stakes or adjust the lines tighter.
Storm Doors:
Any of the four doors can be clipped down, or rolled up independently. The storm doors can be clipped down to the front center guylines, or rolled up depending on the weather. Leave at least one down-wind door open for air flow unless the weather is very bad.
Seam Sealing:
All Zpacks shelters have taped seams and bonded tie outs! No seam sealing necessary.
