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Combining the features of two winners, the Meridian Vapor Ki ultralight pack weighs under 3 pounds and handles gear for weekend trips to thru-hikes!
Granite Gear's Meridian Vapor Ki pack, built on their award winning Vapor suspension, is designed to carry 20 to 30 pounds with exceptional comfort. State-of-the-art materials like the RiRi Aquazip on the lid and the front access panel, high tenacity Cordura 210D and 70D and National Molding hardware. The Meridian Vapor Ki also features their popular front access panel and streamlined usability and style. Two pockets on each side allow you to carry water and quick essentials, while the removable lid holds other essentials and converts to a fanny pack for summit hikes. Meridians define clean backpacking machines, the appropriate elixir for those who travel light and put the miles behind them.
You could attach straps and a belt to a nylon stuff sack and call it good—or you could use the Granite Gear Women's Meridian Vapor Ki Backpack to carry your ultralight load and actually get suspension, support, and even some pockets. The Meridian Vapor Ki is a top-loader-style pack, but it has a full-length front zipper so you can access gear in the middle or bottom without unloading everything. A foam back panel, padded straps and hip-belt, and compression straps ensure your load rests on your hips and doesn't move around. The top lid converts into a hip pack for short day hikes, and two stretchy side pockets hold water bottles, maps, or other items you want accessible. This Granite Gear pack comfortably carries up to 30 pounds.
Ok we got it! There are a lot of people out there that still want the floating lid that turns into a hip pack feature, but on an ultra light pack. We¹re thinking the clean and effective front access system will meet your approval as well. Here it is all this built on our award winning Vapor suspension, which is designed to carry 20 to 30 pounds with exceptional comfort. State-of-the-art materials like the RiRi Aquazip on the lid and the front access panel, high tenacity Cordura 210D and 70D and National Molding hardware. Meridians define clean backpacking machines, the appropriate elixir for those who travel light and put the miles behind them.
| Access / Loading: | Top / front |
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| Access Types: | Top, front |
| Adjustable torso: | No |
| Approximate volume: | 3,200 cubic inches |
| Approximate volume - metric: | 52 liters |
| Average weight: | 2 lbs. 14 oz. |
| Average weight - metric: | 1.3 kilograms |
| Backpack style: | Ultralight backpack |
| Country of Origin: | Vietnam |
| Detachable Pack: | Yes, hip-pack lid |
| External Pockets: | 1 Top, 2 side stretch |
| Fit: | Women's |
| Fits torso: | 14 - 18/ 18 - 22 inches |
| Fits waist/hips: | 26 - 30 / 30 - 34 inches |
| Frame material: | HDPE/foam |
| Frame type: | Internal |
| Gear Loops: | No |
| Hydration Compatible: | Yes |
| Ice Axe Loops: | No |
| Manufacturer Warranty: | Lifetime |
| Material: | [Body] 70D Hybrid Cordura ripstop; [Reinforcements] 210D nylon Cordura |
| Number of pockets: | 3 + main compartment |
| Number of stays: | 0 |
| Rain Cover: | No |
| Recommended Use: | Ultralight backpacking, peak bagging |
| Shovel Pocket: | No |
| Ski Carry: | No |
| Sleeping Bag Compartment: | No |
| Snowboard Carry: | No |
| Suspension: | Dual-density foam back panel, padded shoulder straps & hip-belt |
| Torso Adjustment: | No |
| Volume: | 3200cu in (59L) |
| Weight: | 2lb 14oz (9700g) |
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Sometimes, we can't be sure that the product is the same across the stores that offer its, so you may find the same product listed more then once on GearBuyer.com, we these list highly similar products below.
 | Granite Gear Vapor Ki | $127.98 - $169.95 |
 | Granite Gear Nimbus Meridian Ki Pack | $214.95 - $269.95 |
 | Granite Gear Vapor Day Ki | $103.98 - $129.95 |
Sometimes brands make complementary products for the opposite gender that coordinate with this product, we also try to show these products below.
 | Granite Gear Meridian Vapor - Men's | $155.98 - $199.95 |
These are products that have been indicated being comparable to this product:
 | Snow Peak Mini Solo Cookset Hiking & Camping > Cookwear | $48.95 - $59.95 |
 | Snow Peak Spork Hiking & Camping > Cookwear | $7.90 - $8.99 |
| Granite Gear Vapor Ki Hiking & Camping > Backpacks | $127.98 - $169.95 |
This product is available in the following colors:
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Substantial carrying power for weight | |
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| You have to make a commitment to lightweight hiking to use this pack, as there's not a lot of room inside. I'd never be able to use it for winter camping, and carrying a bear can leaves little room for other equipment. That said, it's a fantastic pack for 5-10 day 3-season trips. I bought it for a 240-mile section hike along the Pacific Crest Trail, and carried 25-35lbs in it. After carrying it for 2 weeks, it will be hard to go back to a heavier pack... It was comfortable to carry and surprisingly sturdy for such a lightweight pack -- even through brush and brambles. The lid "pocket" is great for stuff you need to get to quickly, and the stretchy side pockets also hold a surprising amount of gear -- and don't snag! The only thing I don't like is that it there are a lot of fiddly straps that need to be fastened and tightened every time the pack is loaded or opened. | |
| pikahiker at REI on 10/07/2007 | |
Should be unisex-pack | |
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I don't understand why this isn't a unisex pack? I originally bought this pack for my wife, but who ended up with it? That right,me, I am an avid hiker and absolutelly love this pack. It is perfect for 4-5 day trips in the Rockies, and fits my shoulders and waist perfect (5'11" / 165). My only gripe is the one choice of color. If you have tried everything from TNF to Arc'teryx and didn't fall in love with it, this is your pack. | |
| jr_tile1574544 at Backcountry.com on 03/09/2009 | |
