Arc'teryx  Granville 25 Pack

🇵🇱 Absolutnie niepraktyczny. Na zdjęciach wygląda bardzo fajnie i tym się kierowałem w przypadku zakupu daily-plecka. Materiał jest super, wodoodporny i dzięki czemu można śmiało nosić laptopa (na którego przewidziana jest dedykowana kieszeń). Kolejny atut to logo Arcteryx na klapie - niestety tylko wizerunkowy. Tyle plusów :) System zapinania klapy - nie na klips tylko regulowany paskiem. Duży minus. Ściskanie komina mało intuicyjnym systemem: anty-design :( Cienkie, szelki na ramiona z niewygodnym systemem regulacji zapięcia na klatce piersiowej - kolejny duży minus. Przy tak dużej cenie - spodziewałem się czegoś co najmniej popranego, ten plecak jest po prostu niepraktyczny. 🇬🇧 Absolutely impractical. In the photos it looks really cool, and that’s what guided me when buying this daily backpack. The material is great, waterproof, which makes it safe to carry a laptop (for which there is a dedicated compartment). Another advantage is the Arc'teryx logo on the flap – unfortunately only a visual one. That’s about it for the positives :) The flap closure system – not with a clip but with an adjustable strap. Big minus. The drawstring compression uses a not-very-intuitive system: anti-design :( Thin shoulder straps with an uncomfortable chest strap adjustment system – another big minus. At such a high price – I expected something at least decent, but this backpack is simply impractical.

[Employee of arcteryx] I was looking for a backpack with simple design and functionable! Granville 25L exceeded my expectations and helps me to organize wherever I go!

Been using the Granville for a couple months now and I really love it! It's extremely durable - totally waterproof with some really sturdy construction. I don't mind thrashing the backpack around because it's built like a tank. Design-wise, I initially thought it was a bit ugly, but after using it for a while it fits in really well at the climbing gym and the office. Another review expressed disappointment about some loops that could be used for a hip belt. I personally like them a lot because they're positioned perfectly for attaching climbing shoes with a carabiner. Storage capacity is also great. I'm used to backpacks with a lot of pockets and initially feared the lack of such would make this pack annoying to use. Fortunately, there's enough pockets for sorting small things alongside a cavernous main compartment I use for climbing gear, a laptop, clothes, bottle, etc. The closure system can be inconvenient sometimes, but I really like how everything gets neatly contained. The pack retains its shape and form no matter what you store inside, which helps it aesthetically. Only cons would be that it's expensive, and the shoulder straps are thin and unsupportive. Avoid overpacking - it doesn't handle heavy loads well. Overall, great purchase!

I used the Granville 25 backpack during a trip around Victoria, BC, and overall, I found it to be a very practical and comfortable backpack for short trips. One of the features I really liked is the central strap system, which helps distribute the weight more evenly. It can also be adjusted to different heights, making it comfortable for people of different sizes. The internal pockets have zippers, which makes it much easier to organize and secure personal belongings. It also includes a dedicated compartment for a water bottle or thermos, which I found very convenient during the trip. The weather protection was another great feature. It rained for about an hour during our trip, and everything inside the backpack stayed completely dry and protected. The GORE-TEX fabric provided great peace of mind, especially when traveling in unpredictable weather. One small area for improvement is the zipper that provides access to the internal frame plate. I found it a little difficult to open, although this is not a major issue since it’s not something you need to access frequently. Overall, I think the Granville 25 Pack is a great option for short trips when you need plenty of storage without carrying a bulky or uncomfortable backpack. It’s easy to organize, comfortable to carry, and provides excellent protection from the rain.

I’ve been using the Granville 25 as a commuter bag and overall I really like it. The main compartment is large enough to easily fit my 16" laptop, 1.5L water bottle, chargers, gym clothes, and gym shoes. The waterproof construction is also great for commuting in the rain. There’s a small mesh pocket, a small waterproof internal pocket, and a small exterior waterproof pocket, but none are particularly large. The locking drawstring for the main opening is a nice feature and does a good job keeping everything secure and protected from the weather. The flap clip is a bit finicky and sometimes comes undone on its own. It’s comfortable enough with a lighter load, but once the bag gets heavier, the chest strap causes the shoulder straps to rotate and dig into my shoulders. Overall, it’s a great everyday commuter bag if you want a large main compartment and excellent weather protection. If you carry heavier loads or prefer lots of organization, there are probably better options.

I recently bought the Arc'teryx Granville 25 Backpack, it is less than 2 months old, and I have used it only a few times. In the past week, I have noticed seam unravelling. I am very disappointed.

Great bag, works as a solid daily and light hiking!

The new Grenville is a very nice minimal bag that's thankfully waterproof. The main pocket is rather large with a few small pockets on the back of the bag. The bag flap clasp is fairly good and it clicks onto the small rope loop well. The drawstring to close the top of the bag pulls tight well but it's slow to release unlike other arcteryx bags. The drawstring also does not make a perfect seal so the liner does not form a dry bag inside. The padding is comfortable and I did not feel any pain in my back or shoulder with the bag fully loaded with climbing gear after a full day. The bag does show scuffs fairly easily as well due to the textured finish.

So I have the last season version of this bag which came in the Yukon (gold) colourway. I wanted a new bag that I could take to the office with my laptop and also as a carry-on for travel. I do love this bag and these are the reasons: The colour is fab Super durable and water resistant I LOVE the space! Although I struggled at first figuring out the pocket configuration to my needs, this thing can fit a lot into it! It's like a Mary Poppins bag - you can just keep adding. My most recent flight I had 2 laptops and cables as well as a Wacom tablet, 2 medium sized books, 1.5l water bottle, change of clothes, 2 pairs of glasses and a wash bag.

Bag material ripped within a few weeks of ownership, drastically reducing water protection for a bag I bought to commute with in PacNW where rainy weather is super common. Back was fine otherwise, keyhook in external pocket is a bit short.