Gear Review
Granite Gear Nimbus Ozone Backpack - 3400-3800cu in
Great Intro to Lightweight Backpacking
By TropX
Ranked #488 - Weekend Packs (3000-4500 cu in)
July 18, 2006
Replaced my Gregory Shasta with this pack as the core of my new lighter-weight setup. This pack is amazingly comfortable and swallows much more stuff than you'd think. I had plenty for a four-day excursion and even brought my bulky Nikon D70 camera and tripod along (just strapped it to the outside of the pack). Comfort even with 30 pounds is outstanding. I sweat a lot, but the meshy fabric breathes well and dries quickly. The pack has also proven quite durable in the two season's I've owned it.
Nitpicks: I wish the pack liner was a lighter color to make it easier to spot things inside, and the external stretchy slash pockets are hard to access when the pack is stuffed full. It would be nice if you could remove the hydration bladder without having to dig down inside the pack itself, also. Overall, though, its a simple, dependable, and versatile pack that's quite literally a pleasure to wear.
View Details: Granite Gear Nimbus Ozone Backpack - 3400-3800cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Body] 70D hybrid Cordura ripstop; [Reinforcement] 210D nylon Cordura
- Volume:
- 3800cu in (62L)
- Suspension:
- 3D molded composite Topoflex frame, ergonomically designed suspension system with padded shoulder straps and hip-belt
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- Yes
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Roll top
- External Pockets:
- 2 stretch woven side
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- No
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Weight:
- 3lb (1360g)
- Recommended Use:
- Ultralight backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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