GoLite Pinnacle
Average Rating: 
Reviewed by 6 Trailspace users
Description
The Pinnacle is the largest of three packs in GoLite’s Ultra Series, designed for the core ultra-light customer. The Ultra packs (Ion, Jam2, and Pinnacle) offer maximum comfort at minimum weight for minimalist fastpackers, thru-hikers, backpackers, peak baggers, climbers, travelers, and day hikers.
For high and cold adventures with light but bulky loads, the Pinnacle is designed for all-season backpacking, alpine-style backpacking, mountaineering, and backcountry skiing. It features a large front pocket with watertight zipper, foam back pad and hip belt wings, cord lock to secure the top, top compression strap, two angled side mesh pockets, ice ax loops, two side compression straps, a haul loop, and 3-liter hydration compatibility.
The Pinnacle uses GoLite’s ComPacktor system, which lets you reduce the pack’s volume through two fixed compression anchor clips that convert a multi-day pack into a day-tripper.
Use: season backpacking, alpine-style backpacking, mountaineering, backcountry skiing
Women’s: available in Small and Medium
- Capacity: 4000 cu in, compacts to 1300 cu in
- Weight: 1 lb 7 oz (650 g)
Men’s: available in Medium and Large
- Capacity: 4500 cu in, compacts to 1500 cu in
- Weight: 1 lb 9 oz (710 g)
MSRP: $130
Here's what other sites are saying:
From CampSaver.com:
"Constructed of bombproof Dyneema gridstop nylon, the GoLite Pinnacle is the ultimate large volume ultra-lite pack.Foam padding in the back and hip belt wings provides support, and Brock foam padding beefs up the spacer mesh shoulder straps to ensure long-lasting comfort.A large front pocket with a watertight zip and two side angled stretch mesh pockets provide easy access to stored items, and two side compression straps plus the comPACKtor system neatly decompress unused pack space for smooth hauling."
From Campmor:
"The Pinnacle is an all season backpacking, mountaineering, backcountry skiing, alpinist pack. Hydration compatible with 3 L hydration system Large front pocket with watertight zipper Comfortable foam back pad and hip belt wings Space mesh shoulder straps with Brock foam padding Adjustable sternum strap and hipbelt Cord lock to secure top closure Two angled side mesh pockets with elastic top binding Ice axe loops with lightweight elastic cord and pack hook system for closure Two side compression straps with quick release buckles Top compression strap Compaktor system Haul loop"
From Backcountry.com:
"GoLite built the Pinnacle Pack for users who understand that ultralight gear doesn't have to be tiny or without features. Even though this GoLite packs weighs two pounds flat, it still holds an impressive 4000 cubic inches worth of whatever you want on extended trips. Instead of a lid compartment, this pack uses a large front pocket to keep your rain shell, lunch, and map close at hand. Dyneema gridstop nylon construction withstands all the abuses of life in the backcountry."
From Altrec Outdoors:
"The ideal pack for weight conscious backpackers and alpinists, extremely light and durable, the GoLite Pinnacle Backpack is a water and abrasion resistant ultra-light pack that can withstand the rigors of backpacking and mountaineering. Designed for the ultra-light minimalist, the Pinnacle is built with a comfortable foam back pad and hipbelt and lined with 3-D spacer mesh for excellent breathability and moisture wicking performance. A top-loading, roll-down design allows for the lightest possible design and still offers storm protection while a large front pocket offers maximum convenience at a minimal weight. With all the features of a much heavier pack, the Pinnacle even comes equipped with any internal hydration sleeve and ice axe loops."
User Reviews
Men's Pinnacle
Reviewed by obovin, Mar 02, 2009
I have used the pack on several day trips and trips on 2-5 days long. I still like the pack very much although now I found a weakness with the pack."
Men's Pinnacle
Reviewed by Chris Armitage, Sep 08, 2008
Men's Pinnacle
Reviewed by rbreeden, Jun 18, 2008
Women's Pinnacle
Reviewed by NLees, Mar 04, 2008
Men's Pinnacle
Reviewed by Ola Bovin, Sep 10, 2007
Men's Pinnacle
Reviewed by Ola Bovin, Aug 31, 2007
I am learning to go lightweight and this helps a lot to cut weight. I have packed it now ready for a three days hike up in high alpine. I have 21 lb now before I add water and food. I have enough space so I can even take fishing gear with me."
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Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the Pinnacle at 5 online stores:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
 CampSaver.com 2 purchase options: | GoLite Pinnacle Pack 4400 cu in | $119.96 | Buy Now |
| GoLite Pinnacle Womens Pack 3700 cu in | $119.96 | Buy Now |
 Campmor 2 purchase options: | Pinnacle Internal Frame Pack | $109.98 | Buy Now |
| Women's Pinnacle Internal Frame Pack | $109.98 | Buy Now |
 Backcountry.com 2 purchase options: | Pinnacle Pack - 4400cu in | $149.95 | Buy Now |
| Pinnacle Pack - 3700cu in - Women's | $149.95 | Buy Now |
 Altrec Outdoors 3 purchase options: | Women's Pinnacle Pack | $88.99 | Buy Now |
| Men's Pinnacle Backpacking Pack | $149.95 | Buy Now | |
| Women's Pinnacle Backpacking Pack | $149.95 | Buy Now |
 Moosejaw 2 purchase options: | Men's Pinnacle Backpack | $120.00 | Buy Now |
| Women's Pinnacle Backpack | $120.00 | Buy Now |
