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Granite Gear Meridian Vapor Pack
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Granite Gear Meridian Vapor Pack

Item # 750357

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Combining the attributes of two winners, the Meridian Vapor ultralight pack weighs under 3 pounds and can handle gear for weekend trips to thru-hikes!

  • Flexible HDPE plastic frame sheet with soft foam padding and padded ergonomic harness offers enough support for loads up to 30 pounds
  • Dual-density foam lamination in backpanel and hipbelt effectively cushions the load and absorbs shock
  • Brought by popular demand, the floating lid turns into a waistpack with a waterproof RiRi Aquazip™ zipper to keep the elements out
  • Full-length, zippered front panel opens wide to give complete access to the contents of the pack
  • Inside of middle panel an internal compression system keeps pack contents stable and in place
  • Durastretch side pockets are large enough for quart water bottles or fuel bottles and do not snag on brush
  • Front straps let you lash on camp chair, sleeping pad or other bulky item
  • Reflective dual ice axe loops for strapping on tools and trekking poles help you be seen at night
  • Side compression straps and top straps double as extra lash points for tent poles, camp trowel and other gear

Spec chart is based on size Regular. Size Long specs are below.

    Specifications for torso / waist and hips / average volume / average metric volume / average weight / average metric weight are as follows:
  • Long: 21 - 25 in. / 34 - 38 in. / 3,500 cu. in. / 57 liters / 3 lbs. / 1.36 kg.

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Granite Gear Meridian Vapor Pack Specs

Specification

Description

GenderMen's
Frame typeInternal
Backpack styleUltralight backpack
Approximate volume3,200 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric52 liters
Average weight2 lbs. 14 oz.
Average weight - metric1.3 kilograms
Adjustable torsoNo
Fits torso18 - 21 inches
Fits waist/hips30 - 34 inches
MaterialNylon
Frame materialHDPE/foam
Number of stays0
Number of pockets3 + main compartment
Access / LoadingTop / front
Sleeping bag compartmentNo

Granite Gear Meridian Vapor Pack Customer Reviews

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Granite Gear Meridian Vapor Pack
 
4.8

(based on 5 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (4)
  • Easy to load (4)
  • Lightweight (4)
  • Good padding (3)
  • Highly adjustable (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Light loads (4)
    • Extended hikes (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid adventurer (4)
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Comfort driven (3)

    Reviewed by 5 customers

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    Aug

    12

    2008

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Full Featured and Light

    By Tdwyer04

    from Atlanta, GA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Load
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Light Loads

      Comments about Granite Gear Meridian Vapor Pack:

      I am what I would call a "comfort driven minimalist i.e. I dont want to go sacrifice, just nothing excesive. This pack after one test is awesome, with about 20# for a solo overnighter. Everything fit inside with plenty of room to spare.. tent, bag, clothes, pad, and everything else. The side pockets are my favorite. They stretch well, and dont snag easily, like mesh. You can easily trim ounces if you so desire. There is alot to trim from straps and buckles, especially from the lid, which is set-up to double as a waist pack.

      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Minimalist

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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      Dec

      10

      2008

      (4 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great ultralight backpack

      By H K

      from Desert SW Mountains, USA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Easy to Pack
      • Good Back Support
      • Good Padding
      • Strong Zippers

      Cons

      • Not Enough Compartments

      Best Uses

      • Airline Travel
      • Backpacking
      • Short Travel
      • Weekend Trips

      Comments about Granite Gear Meridian Vapor Pack:

      For ultralight trips in the mountains, this pack with the front access zipper is great. The suspension is very comfortable and I can access gear and clothes easily.

      CAUTION: It is ultralight and so comfortable, it's easy to forget and overload. Best used with an ultralight 32F sleeping bag, down vest, raingear, lightwt tent, etc... A 15F tent and heavier gear can cause pain as the suspension cannot handle it all day.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Comfort Driven

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (4 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      25

      2008

      (3 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Awesome!

      By Jon AKA WRECKLESS

      from Steamboat Springs, CO

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Did I mention comfortable
      • Easy To Load
      • Good Padding
      • Highly Adjustable
      • Large Capacity
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Day Hikes
        • Extended Hikes
        • Heavy Loads
        • Light Loads
        • Travel

        Comments about Granite Gear Meridian Vapor Pack:

        Alright let me start by saying i'm a thru hiker. AT 2008. This pack fits everything, is durable, comfortable, all around amazing! Combine with event compression stuff sacks you are good to go forever.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        28

        2007

        (3 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        great pack

        By homer22183

        from Missoula, MT

        About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational, Student

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy To Load
        • Highly Adjustable
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Extended Hikes
          • Light Loads

          Comments about Granite Gear Meridian Vapor Pack:

          love the pack: light, durable, efficient, and I love the front load.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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          May

          25

          2009

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Still the best all around pack

          By Rawbone

          from Berkeley

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Easy To Load
          • Good Padding
          • Highly Adjustable
          • Large Capacity
          • Lightweight

          Cons

          • Delicate

          Best Uses

          • Day Hikes
          • Extended Hikes
          • Light Loads
          • Travel

          Comments about Granite Gear Meridian Vapor Pack:

          For loads under 33 lbs--30 or under ideally, this is incredibly comfortable.

          Forms to your body--a bit sweaty in the back, but almost all packs are..

          Just enough features--had the Vapor Trail and traded in for this--the extra 14oz is worth having the front loader zipper, and the top lid with zipper.

          Trimmed the straps, and cut off any unwanted clasps, and saved nearly
          3 oz.

          I'm 6'3" 180 and it fits me perfect with a Large pack and a Medium hip belt--customizable.

          Plenty of room, but keep it very balanced for best performance/comfort.

          Good locations for adjustment straps.
          Could use a mesh large pocket in rear...I may try to sew one on.

          This is pack is "the one" for year-round backpacking. Like any ultralight gear, it is a bit more delicate, to be treated with care.

          As long as it's under 30 lbs--completely comfortable 100% of the time.

          I purchased this nearly 2 years ago and I would buy this same pack today.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Comfort Driven

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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