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Granite Gear Nimbus Meridian Backpack - 3400-3800cu in
The Refugio near the summit of Cotopaxi, Ecuador (15,800ft)...
By Jason Livingston
Ranked #154 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
February 13, 2009
At this point I had climbed up a series of switchbacks to get to the Refugio (basecamp for Cotopaxi and where many of the guides stayed). I was pretty tired, especially because of the altitude (Cotopaxi is 19,200ft and the Refugio sits at 15,800ft). I was incredibly impressed with the Granite Gear Nimbus Meridian pack! Although I had stuffed, hanged, and strapped about 50lbs of gear on the pack, I never felt like it was too much for it. I couldn't believe that this pack, by itself, only weighs in at 3lbs 10 oz! The trail up was about 2 miles long and I was the first of our party to reach our destination. It was a great trip! Four out of the five us successfully summited Cotopaxi and I carried this pack up, albeit with far less in it. It is still going strong with very little signs of wear. Best pack I have ever owned!
View Details: Granite Gear Nimbus Meridian Backpack - 3400-3800cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Nylon
- Volume:
- 3800cu in, 62L
- Suspension:
- 3D composite Tepex frame with ergonomic harness
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- Yes, lid
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top, front
- External Pockets:
- 2 Side mesh, 1 lid
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- Yes
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- 3lb 8oz
- Recommended Use:
- Extended lightweight backpacking
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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