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Brand new for Spring 2010 is the Granite range of Podsacs. Simple, functional and tough all-round climbing and mountaineering packs.
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Granite 50
Roll top closure provides weather resistance even when lid is stripped
Tapered profile allows good freedom of movement and easy packing
Full length zip access through tough water-resistant YKK zipper
Extendable / Quick release lid with internal and external pockets
Thermoformed back panel with closed cell foam sheds water
Removable internal framesheet and alloy stave for support
Removable load bearing hipbelt with gear loops for racking
Internal light grey PU coating increases weather resistance
Ice axe / walking pole / ski pole carrying system
Rope carrying loop and rear haul loop
Internal pocket and hose outlet for hydration system
Seams triple stitched and bound
Internally bar tacked stress points
Medium harness length
Granite 25
Huge YKK zip opening allows easy access to contents
Lightweight back panel with closed cell foam sheds snow and does not absorb water
Lightweight stowable hipbelt
Internal pocket and hose outlet for hydration system
External pocket large enough to fit guidebook
Internal light grey PU coating increases weather resistance and aids viewing of contents
Removable rope carrying loop
Rear haul loop
Seams triple stitched and bound
Internally bar tacked stress points
Short harness length
Granite 16
Huge YKK zip opening allows easy access to contents
Lightweight back panel with closed cell foam sheds snow and does not absorb water
Lightweight removable hipbelt
Internal pocket and hose outlet for hydration system
External pocket large enough to fit guidebook
Internal light grey PU coating increases weather resistance and aids viewing of contents
Built light but tough, this close-fitting and superbly functional little pack is spot on for minimalist climbing and mountaineering days, says Dan Bailey.
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This UKC review seems to be the only place with any recognition of the 'granite 50'. Online shops only mention the 25 or 16, no sign of the 50. Not even the Pod website has it. Anyone seen it or have any information?
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