Gear Review
Granite Gear Vapor Trail Backpack - 3300-3900cu in
One of My Favorites
By Eric McCammond
Ranked #1049 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
November 21, 2008
Believe the hype...this is an awesome lightweight backpack. If you want a pack loaded with compartments and durable enough to launch off the crag, this is not it. But, if you want something durable enough to hold up to a typical backcountry through-hike and light enough to let you enjoy it, this is the pack.
I was able get my base pack weight (before food and water) down to 13 lbs and this pack feels soooo light and comfortable when loaded up for a weekend trip. The backpanel has great padding and the hipbelt is the most comfortable I've ever used. I'm 6'3" and the long version of this pack adjusts to me perfectly with adjustment room to spare.
I do have just a couple of complaints. The water bottle compartments on the outside are a pain with the compression straps running on the outside of them. The "sleeve" at the top is ridiculously long and just creates an additional hassle when trying to get something out of this toploader.
Lastly, the pack is so roomy that it often tempts me to overload it. But, in the end, I can't see myself ever buying a different backcountry pack.
View Details: Granite Gear Vapor Trail Backpack - 3300-3900cu in
Helpful Votes: 1 Yes
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.