Granite Gear Vapor Trail

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The Vapor Trail is an internal frame backpack made by Granite Gear. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 10 user reviews.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Granite Gear Vapor Trail Backpack (Fall 2009) Features for the Vapor Trail by Granite Gear:Hydration compatibleOptional lidInterchangeable beltFabrics:70 D Hybrid Cordura Ripstop Body210 D Nylon Cordura ReinforcementsStretch Woven PocketsSpecifications:Volume: 3600 Cubes [59L]Weight: 2lbs [.91 kg]Load: 30lbs [14kg]Suspension: VaporStyle: Roll Top Loader"

From RockCreek:
"The Vapor Trail Backpack by Granite Gear is for the backpacker ready to take the next step. The perfect pack for when you have gotten your pack weight down to 30 pounds or less. Made with a high-density polyethylene frame that helps distribute the load evenly over your back and onto your hips so you stay comfy and supported without the pack being extra heavy or burly. This pack has fixed (not interchangeable) shoulder straps that are well padded and it comes standard with the Ultralight Packer hip belt available in a range of sizes for men and women. The pack is fully hydration compatible with an internal sleeve and port. Reports from Granite Gear's AT thru-hiker testers suggest that by the end of last season roughly 40% of AT thru-hikers were carrying the Vapor Trail, largely due to its exceptional comfort. The Vapor Trial was chosen by Backpacker for their prestigious Editors' Choice award in 2003. Granite Gear Company History Granite Gear Videos Granite Gear Frame Technology Videos var invodoJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://secure." : "http://external."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + invodoJsHost + "invodo.com/ext/js/invodo-auto.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));"

From CampSaver.com:
"FREE! Belt Pocket - Left With the purchase of Vapor Trail Pack 3600 cu in.Free shipping!"

From Campmor:
"With the Vapor Trail pack, you are ready to take your next step. You've gotten you pack weight down to 30 pounds or less. The Vapor Trail uses a high-density polyethylene frame that helps distribute the pack evenly over your back and onto your hips. Winner of the 2003 Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice Award. Top-loading pack with drawcord lock and adjustable buckle strap to secure pack load. Padded hip belt, fixed shoulder straps, and back panel. Suspension system includes sternum and load lifter straps. Side water bottle pockets. Front lashing straps for additional gear. Dual ice axe loops and side compression straps."

User Reviews

Men's Vapor Trail
Reviewed by Scott Etienne, Sep 17, 2009

"I took the Vapor Trail on a 3-day, 27-mile trek in Shawnee National Forest. Trail-ready weight was 31 pounds. During the entire trip the suspension really held up well and for the most part, I felt like the pack was gently hugging my torso.

I've been replacing old, heavier gear with lighter gear, and after five years have reduced my dry pack weight from 40+ pounds to under 25."

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Men's Vapor Trail
Reviewed by Pilgrim, Jun 25, 2009

"The VT is a very, very good pack. The pros and cons are well documented, and mostly accurate. This review will focus on just one factor: function.

The word to remember is simplicity. If you're looking for simplicity, the VT brings it.

If you're not looking for simplicity, maybe you should."

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Men's Vapor Trail
Reviewed by Gnarly GA->ME 2007, May 15, 2009

"I replaced an old 6 Lbs beast of a pack with this when I got it on clearance at Trail Days during my thru-hike of the AT in 2007. That and replacing my huge '90s sleeping bag with a Lafuma Extreme 600 brought my base weight down like 8 Lbs and made a world of difference."

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Men's Vapor Trail
Reviewed by bige, Oct 18, 2008

"Believe the hype. . . this is an awesome lightweight backpack. If you want a pack loaded with compartments and durable enough to launch off the crag, this is not it. But, if you want something durable enough to hold up to a typical backcountry through-hike and light enough to let you enjoy it, this is the pack."

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Men's Vapor Trail
Reviewed by Scott Erickson, Jun 16, 2008

"Excellent comfort, good gear capacity while very lightweight. I love the way it rides on the trail.

The second time I used it, the back of my pack got several very small rips when catching on overhanging branches on the Grand Gulch Trail in southern Utah, so I was a little disappointed in its durability."

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Men's Vapor Trail
Reviewed by harris6541, Jan 08, 2008

"What a great pack. As an experienced hiker moving to an ultralight mindset this pack has worked out wonderfully. It is tough, comfortable, and versatile."

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Vapor Trail
Reviewed by Tony, Dec 21, 2007

"Got mine from a "clearance sale", I think t'was the older version since it wasn't hydration compatible.

Pros:
-Super lightweight. It was the lightest amongst the pack I've known.

Cons:
-When I initially got mine main compartment had some sticky thing and flaking."

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Men's Vapor Trail
Reviewed by Harry, Oct 03, 2006

"This pack feels great due to the light weight and the super hipbelt. I have loaded it with mountain insulation and water for the desert; it has not let me down. Access-wise I am satisfied with the hidden pocket behind the frame that fits my shell."

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Vapor Trail
Reviewed by Zach, Oct 23, 2005

"Very compact, but the problem is, if you want to, say, get your sleeping bag out, you have to tear apart your whole pack to get to it."

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Vapor Trail
Reviewed by Jeremy Best, Jul 20, 2004

"Granite Gear has done a great job on this pack! It is very comfortable and can carry a large load. I have never loaded mine to more than 20 pounds but from the design it seems it may be able to carry a max load of 30 pounds. The quality is second to none though for some reason manufacturers always put extra straps, buckles, tags, and too long of straps all over them."

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