In reply to Jamie Hageman:
Hi Jamie, perhaps a matter of opinion whether sleeves are more fiddly? I asked Carol (Crux founder) what he thought - he's just got back from holiday and testing one of the X1 tents:
"I am happy to argue that using sleeves are easier. I am very familiar with the classic Bibler tent style of inserting the poles into the corners on the inside (which most brands, including Rab, continue to do), and this system does have an attractive simplicity about it (and I originally sampled the tent with the poles inserted this way). However, it is not always easy getting the pole corners located, and, following that, the various systems of securing the poles in place (Velcro ties or similar) is most definitely always fiddly. Ultimately, the real story with this tent is the performance of the fabric and how it deals with condensation that will make it a superior product, and not the method of pitching."
Cheers, Sarah