Granite Gear Crown2 60 Men’s

The Vapor Current mark 2 compression molded polypropelene frame sheet has molded reinforcement channels and die-cut holes to minimize weight, without sacrificing structural integrity. The frame works in combination with the molded foam back panel with ventilation channels and durable laminated mesh to assist in the ventilation of heat and moisture, without shifting the pack’s center of gravity away from your back. The patent-pending, fully adjustable RE-FIT hip belt make achieving a custom hip belt fit easy! For added volume and organization, the Crown2 60 comes with a fully removable zippered lid, designed specifically for use on this pack.

Introducing the all-new Granite Gear Crown2 60, an ultralight yet ultra-comfortable multi-day pack. This new and improved successor to the classic Crown V.C. 60, boasts our patent-pending fully adjustable Re-Fit hip belt, our new and innovative Air-Current Mark 2 compression molded PP frame sheet with molded foam back panel, and bonus lid (removable), all while weighing in at 2.2lbs. (regular torso without lid). for ultralight loads, the frame sheet can be removed lowering the weight to 1.7lbs. The Crown 2 60L has a fixed, non-adjustable torso length that is offered in 3 torso sizes.

One of the features that separate the Crown 2 from its predecessor is the newly designed top lid compartment with DWR treated zipper. The new lid is perfect for quick access for smaller items. For a lighter load the lid is fully removable. Simply unclip the back and cinch the straps with the dual compression system to assure a firm fitting.

The new Vapor Current Mark 2 frame is a molded polypropylene frame sheet with die cut holes to minimize pack weight without compromising the design. For longer outings the Mark 2 frame is fully removable to reduce weight. Our Crown 2 suspension system offers a molded foam back panel with mesh ventilation channels. Both materials work together to allow breathability and reduces moisture for more comfort.

The Crown 2 has adopted our Re-Fit hip belt. This easily adjustable belt allows a fit customization to all body types.

• * V.C. (Vapor Current) mark 2 Frame with 35lb (15kg) load rating
• * Dual density shoulder harness with load-lifter straps and removable sternum strap.
• * Re-Fit fully adjustable (from 26 – 42in), dual density hip belt
• * Dual large hip belt pockets with DWR treated zippers
• * Roll-top main compartment opening with centered dual strap and singular buckle for quick access and easy compression
• * Removable lid has a compartment with DWR treated zipper
• * Hydration port & internal hydration sleeve
• * Large side stretch woven pockets
• * Stretch mesh front pocket
• * Side and front compression straps
• * High-Tenacity Nylon (100D and 210D) with Barrier DWR
• Inside dimensions 23.5″ X 16″ X 8″

Regular Torso 

• Regular Torso Weight 0.96 Kg / 2.12lbs. Torso Length = 18″ – 21″
• • Pack Weight: 2.2 LB includes belt and frame sheet but not the lid.
  • Lid Weight: 0.16 LB
  • Total: 2.36 LB

Long Torso 

• Long Torso Weight 1.0 Kg / 2.25lbs Torso Length = 21″ – 25″.
• • Pack Weight: 2.3 LB includes belt and frame sheet but not the lid.
  • Lid Weight: 0.16 LB
  • Total: 2.46 LB

The narrower hip belt and shoulder straps are reminiscent of HMG’s backpacks and the different back section with a plastic plate supported by a reddish foam on my back made me curious. Can this seemingly slightly less robust backpack even work for my needs!? Now in retrospect, I don’t regret the choice. Granit Gear Crown2 60  sits very nicely on the back, around the hip and shoulders.  You do not need a wider hip-belt or a more developed aluminum frame to carry up to 15 kg-16kg. This backpack proves it. The roller top opening under the head allows you to compress the gasket and provides a good water repellent function. But the thinner material with 100 D nylon on top and 210 D nylon at the bottom still makes me choose the safe for the unsafe and use a waterproof pack liner in the backpack.

 on the lid and sides make the backpack versatile and usable for different pack volumes. For shorter day trips from base camp, I was able to scale down my backpack by removing the head (73 grams), lap belt (186 grams), and getting down a bit under the kilo in weight. If you wanted to scale it down even more, you can also remove the back plate, (172 grams) but I chose to keep it. It was warm outside and the hollow back plate with its patterns provided some ventilation.  The larger mesh pocket in the middle I used to store coffee, rubbish and later also to have some lighter fishing gear in. my two rods and their rollers. The deep side pockets combined with the compression straps on the sides worked well to attach the fishing rods to. Note that I only use split rods, not telescopes . Having said that, there must be compression straps in the middle or on the upper part of the backpack because my rods stand out a bit.

 then, 60 liters plus 5 liters in the cylinder heads was perfectly ok for a week’s tour. Between the roller top opening and the head, I was also able to store my wading pants and further stretch the pack volume at the height. Instead of classic 2 kg wading shoes, I use a pair of worn foppa slippers of about 250 grams that give a completely ok attachment to stones and sand. They dry quickly and I can even use them as camp slippers. These can easily be attached to the outside of the backpack. On the lap belt there are also 2 pockets of about 0.5 liters each, good for putting small picks in, such as my snuff box.  Finally, there is also the possibility to put a fluid system along the back of the inside, but I did not test this.

 belt, the Granit Gear Crown 60 has a smart adjustable function where you can customize its range. The middle part of the lap belt can be adjusted with Velcro and then easily threaded back behind the tail cushion. I see this as a big plus that you can adapt your lap belt to sit comfortably regardless of hip size. This means that the backpack is suitable for both men and women with different hip ranges. Still, there is a Granit Gear Crown2, custom made for women with more S shaped shoulder straps. You can read more about it   The   can also be adjusted upside down. I see these adjustable features of The Crown2 as a big plus and something that I wish more backpack manufacturers would follow.

Another feature is  can be used as a chest/waist belt. Perfect for those who want access to more equipment, such as a camera or binoculars at your fingertips. You only need two carabiner hooks to attach it to the front of the backpack.

capacity? I tried using the backpack with different volumes and weights in it. Up to 15-16 kg, the backpack does very well, but when you go up to 18-20 kg, the lap belt begins to feel against the hip and the backpack loses its comfortable posture and balance. So would recommend not to carry more than 15 kg in this, i.e. in line with what the manufacturer writes.

 Lightweight, comfortable comfort and balanced backpack up to 15 kg. Granit Gear Crown 2 is a smart backpack that you can adjust the hip belt range, chest buckle position and packing bag volume through smart compression straps and roll top opening. It works well as a hiking/fishing backpack where you can use the top as a Waist/Chest bag, or as many will prefer: slimmed down, completely without a head. The overall rating in general is very good.

 The thin mesh fabric on the back plate feels completely unnecessary. You walk with the feeling that it’s going to break at any moment. Many of Ospreys lighter backpacks have a similar mesh fabric but there is a clearer distance between the bag and the mesh mesh, there is not here. So I just don’t understand the feature of this!?

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