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Granite Gear Blaze A.C. 60
Granite Gear has been building packs specific to the needs of long distance hikers since 2003 when we introduced the award winning Vapor Trail and Nimbus Ozone, winning Backpacker's coveted Editor's Choice award, as well as the respect of the long distance hiking community.
Our objective has stayed the same! Develop and build packs that are as light as possible while still offering optimal comfort, suspension, compression and exceptional durability.
Blaze AC 60
Like its predecessors, The Blaze AC 60 is Spartan in its simplicity and features our engineered AirCurrent suspension. The AirCurrent suspension consists of a 3-dimensionally molded alloyed frame, our quickest torso length adjustment system, padded shoulder straps, and a swappable hip belt for a custom fit.
The AC frame has molded air channels, works in conjunction with a molded foam pad and durable stretch mesh to aid in venting heat and moisture away from the back; allowing for natural evaporative cooling.
The pack body is a simple, lidless top loader with a tall spindrift opening that can be cinched and rolled down tight for weather resistance and also expanded when extra space is needed. The arched Line-Loc compression system allows the load to be cinched tight in every direction (side, front, and top) as well as allowing additional gear to be lashed to the pack.
The Line-Loc cord can easily be replaced if it wears out from extended use. Durable and versatile stretch mesh pockets on the bottom of the pack sides work well for water bottles, while the tall front center pocket is great for damp tarps or ultralight tents.
Our Verdict
Granite Gear packs should be on your list for cosideration if you are more interested in comfort than absolute weight reduction - if thats you then your perfect carry awaits!
The packs are delivered with medium hip belts and shoulder straps - which suit most people (we've been selling Granite Gear packs for a number of years now) - however we are able to get alternative sizes - though we would request these from the US - so there would be a delay. If you require non standard components then talk to us.
Features
- Hydration compatible
- Hip pack lid sold separately
- Interchangeable belt
- Torso length adjustability on framsheet
- Ultralight lineloc micro compression
- Large stretch mesh front pocket
Specification
Granite Gear Specs:
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2 lbs, 14 oz | 1.30 kg
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3660 Cubes | 60 Liters
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Reg and Short Torso
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What torso length should I get? To find your torso length, measure the distance between your seventh cervical vertebra and the shelf of your hipbones. Do this by standing up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart. Tilt your head forward and place your hands on your hips, thumbs to the back. With a flexible tape, have someone measure from the most prominent vertebra at the base of your neck to an imaginary line drawn between your thumbs. This will be your torso length.
Blaze Torso Lengths: Short Torso 14” to 18” Regular Torso 18” to 22”
NOTE: Each framesheet has fine adjustment settings spaced in one inch increments to further fine-tun your fit. If you are an 17” torso try the short torso
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