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Granite Gear Vapor Trail Backpack - 3300-3900cu in
This pack comes reccomended from numerous reviews and such for...
By John L
Ranked #892 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
January 19, 2010
This pack comes reccomended from numerous reviews and such for the AT. This will be just a short three week hike for me (first ever). While I have no reservations about the hike I do have a serious phobia of checking bags on the plane. I have lost two bags on two seperate occasions to limbo never to be seen again. Assuming I ground ship the sharps and bulk (stakes, knife, straight razor, stove, hammock, and quilt) I'll be left with pretty much just the incidentals and clothes. If there is a good lord above would this fit as carry on?
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By Greg Goodson
January 21, 2010
No sweat, John... let us know how the trip goes!
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By John L
Ranked #892 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
January 20, 2010
Greg, Great iformation! Thank you so much. (I wasn't expecting a reply so quickly) My friend was telling me to UPS the whole package but the cost on doing so would be prohibitive for me. I'll deffinitely be returning the one I bought to the store and ordering this. THANKS!
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By Greg Goodson
January 20, 2010
John - as long as if this isn't packed to the max, you can bring this on the plane as a carry on. I own this pack and its a great pack for what you are looking for. If I had to make some recommendations to you for your fear of it getting lost, remember you're allowed two carry on bags. If you have this bag packed close to it's capacity, I'd take half of the stuff in the pack, and put it in another bag and stuff it under the seat in front of you. I used this strategy when I flew to California for a 3 night trip in Sequoia... I mailed my fuel canisters, knives, tent stakes, lighters, etc. If you are super organized, I've seen people mail their entire backpacks packed with supplies (other than perishable food). I've attached a pic of this pack completely packed to the brim... I couldn't fit another ounce of gear in there. I am 5'4" so if this bag looks big, it's because I am smaller than the average joe. Last but not least, you could not check this at the airport front desk, go through security, and then check it at the gate. I've had great luck with that... saves you the baggage fee and most of the time you can pick up the bag as soon as you de-plane. At least you know that it made it on your flight safely.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 70D Cordural SilNylon ripstop, 210D woven Cordura, Schoeller Dynamic
- Volume:
- 3600cu in
- Suspension:
- HDPE frame-sheet, padded shoulder straps, padded waist belt
- Back Panel:
- Padded solid no-entry design
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Daypack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top
- Gear Loops:
- Yes,dual tool loops
- External Pockets:
- Yes, 2 side
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Backpacking, hiking, camping
- Weight:
- 2lbs 5oz
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.