User Review: Granite Gear Nimbus Ozone

Granite Gear Nimbus Ozone
Above: The current Nimbus Ozone, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed December 4, 2003 by Tom Howard

Rating:
Design: top loading, single compartment
Size: 3800
Number of Pockets: two lower mesh pockets
Max. Load Carried: 38
Height of Owner: 5'11''
Price Paid: $198

I concure with everything said by the other reviewer. I too added the largest hip belt/shoulder harness available from Granite Gear. The store where I purchased it ordered the replacement for me and made the exchange. The pack does need a hydration bladder tube exit hole and it is dark inside but even a lighter colored fabric wouldn't help much. The problem is that the pack is a one compartment, top loader and the trade-off is the lighter weight. The top staps should be a few inches longer and I haven't exerienced heavy rain and I am curious how waterproof the rolled-top bag closure is over a long period of rain. I added two Mountain Smith gear pockets to the shoulder straps to increase the effective space which worked well. The trip was for 4 days and the pack performed very well. It rode well and the suspension and comfort were very good. I rate it very good and would recommend it.

Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Nimbus Ozone at 6 online stores:

Store

Product Description

Price

Moosejaw

Men's Nimbus Ozone Ultralight Pack (Spring 2008)

$215.00

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Backcountry.com

Nimbus Ozone Backpack - 3800cu in

$229.95

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CampSaver.com

Granite Gear Nimbus Ozone Pack 3800 cu in

$214.95

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REI

Nimbus Ozone Pack - '07 Closeout

$144.93

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Oregon Mountain Community 2 purchase options:	Nimbus Ozone Backpack	$198.95	Buy Now
Oregon Mountain Community 2 purchase options:	Nimbus Ozone	$214.95	Buy Now