Granite Gear Blaze 60.
48-ounce pack with Re-Fit hip belt for 50-pound loads.
The Verdict.
Gavler Meta-Score
“The sweet spot between ultralight minimalism and load-hauling comfort. Carries 50 pounds without complaint, weighs barely three pounds itself, and the Re-Fit hip belt is one of the most comfortable adjustment systems we have tested.”
The Gavler Verdict
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Precision Engineering
Re-Fit Hip Belt
Patent-pending adjustment fits any body type precisely.
A.C. Frame
Load-locking frame transfers weight to hips.
48 oz Weight
Sub-3-pound pack leaves capacity for gear.
Technical Specifications
The Scoreboard
Excellent comfort-to-weight ratio. Fewer organization pockets than competitors.
Cast Your Vote
Do you think Granite Gear Blaze 60 deserves the #6 spot in Best Hiking Backpacks?
Global Critique
“Best comfort-to-weight ratio in 60L category.”
“Minnesota makes some of the world's best packs.”
“50 pounds in a 3-pound pack. The math works.”
“Serious contender for best mid-weight pack.”
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