Gear Review
Granite Gear Vapor Trail Backpack - 3300-3900cu in
All most perfect, but...
By Matt Lutz
Ranked #71 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
December 23, 2008
This pack has won a slew of awards and for good reason. It carries loads up to 30 pounds well, and you can stretch it to 35 if your gear is dense. The bottom bellows out at the bottom allowing you to put a cold weather bag in there sideways if you use a compression sack. The hipbelt and back panel are padded like a pack with twice its volume, and the belt molds well to one's hips. The pack comes in three torso lengths and three sizes of hipbelt, and the hipbelt is removable and replaceable if you kill it or need to go up a size. Also, the bottom is made of a durable Cordura nylon to boost durability for every time you take your pack off. All in all, a great pack.
There are a few nitpick issues with the pack. The straps are too long on the top closure, the side compression straps, hipbelt and load lifter straps. The bottom set of compression straps on the sides are poorly placed and if used, eliminate the side pockets of all use. Those straps should be eliminated. Finally, the hydration port is slightly too small - a hiker needs to remove the nipple of their hose to pull it through.
View Details: Granite Gear Vapor Trail Backpack - 3300-3900cu in
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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
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