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Patagonia Gritty Pack
Good pack, annoying insert
By The Iceman
Ranked #722 - Daypacks - Technical
November 1, 2007
I recently picked up one of these packs and, overall, it's great. I have a size large and didn't run into the sizing issue some other folks have (although I'm 5'11'' with a shorter torso as opposed to the big guy). It's tough, comfortable, and, as usual with Patagonia, well made. However, the removable back panel is a major pain to maneuver. You'll mainly run into this issue when trying to put it back, since it *just* fits. After a lot of cramming and smoothing, it's still nearly impossible to secure the velcro holding it in. My main suggestion would be that Patagonia make the pad a little smaller (or the sleeve slightly larger) to accommodate the pad, preventing this annoyance. What I'll likely do is stick in my own chunk of custom cut foam padding (one layer, as opposed to the folded over beast they supply) in there. Otherwise, everything else, in terms of construction, is top-notch.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 210D ultralight ShirtLayer nylon
- Volume:
- [Regular] 2150cu in, 35L; [Large] 2200cu in, 36L
- Suspension:
- Padded shoulder straps and waist-belt
- Back Panel:
- Removable aluminum stays and padded bivy pad
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Torso Adjustment:
- No
- Detachable Pack:
- No
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- No
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top
- Gear Loops:
- No
- External Pockets:
- Lid
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- Vertical
- Recommended Use:
- Alpine climbing, day hiking
- Weight:
- [Regular] 2lb 13oz; [Large] 3lb 1oz
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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