Why We Like The Granite Gear Virga3 55L Backpack
Earning its place in the ultralight category, the Granite Gear Virga3 55L Backpack is filled with innovations that minimize mass. Rather than letting the weight of a frame sheet, stays, or back panel foam weigh us down, the Virga3 load assists with suspension. Dedicated panels stash our sleeping pad at our back to provide support and shape. Compression straps at the top, front, and sides secure our equipment, ensuring the best balance as we endure the outdoors. And ultralight doesn't have to mean ultra-weak: Robic nylon fabric keeps our gear protected from rugged rock faces and unexpected weather.
Details
- Stripped-down backpacking pack for ultralight backcountry excursions
- Frameless suspension uses gear-loading technique for support
- Compression straps and load-lifter straps help balance the load
- Robic high-tenacity nylon resists tears and abrasions on trail
- DWR treatment sheds light precipitation to keep your gear dry
- Removable hip belt adds support or reduces grams
- Hydration-compatible with internal hanging toggle (reservoir sold separately)
- Item #GRGK0AE
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- Material
- 210D Robic HT nylon, 100D Robic HT nylon, Barrier DWR treatment
- Volume
- 55L (3356cu in)
- Support/Suspension
- frameless
- Shoulder Straps
- dual-density padded, dual sternum straps (removable)
- Waist Belt
- Re-Fit, removable
- Hydration Compatible
- internal reservoir hanger, hose port
- Reservoir Included
- no
- Access
- top
- Pockets
- [external] 2 cinch-closure side, 1 stretch-mesh front, 2 zippered hip belt, 2 stretch-mesh harness, [internal] top and bottom pad pockets
- Trekking Pole Carry
- yes
- Compression
- front straps, side straps, roll-top strap
- Weight Capacity
- 25lb
- Claimed Weight
- [regular] 1lb 10.9oz, [long] 1lb 11.5oz
- Activity
- ultralight backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
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Overall Rating
5 based on 2 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageFebruary 3, 2025
Excellent ultralight pack for all sizes!
- Size Bought:
- Regular
- Height:
- 5' 10"
- Weight:
- 145
Great materials, which are also great for the environment, being undyed and thus using less water in the manufacturing process. The pack is essentially one size fits all, in that there are adjustments for a wide range of waist sizes, and torso lengths, making it an incredibly inclusive piece of gear. Love that I can lend it to a friend or family member who may be my size or even a very different size and still know they’ll be perfectly comfortable using it. This also means that even for one user, the fit has the ability to be dialed in much more than most packs, especially in the ultralight category. The attachment points like shock cords, gear loops, and compression straps are all very well thought out. I especially love the holes on the front of the side pockets, which allow you to pull on the compression straps inside the pockets without having to actually reach into them, just genius. I’ve taken this pack on a day trip in the presidential range, even though it’s much higher capacity than a daypack, to dial in the fit and get a feel for it, and after a full day of hiking and snowshoeing, the pack still felt super comfortable, especially for a frameless pack.
June 7, 2023
Ultralight and Ultra-amazing!
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Size Bought:
- regular
- Height:
- 5' 6"
I bought this pack for the Toubkal summit and it did not disappoint. Full disclosure, it wasn't packed for a thru hike so I still need to see how it will pack using a sleeping pad in place of the frame, but it was ridiculously light so I am hopeful when I pack it for extended hiking it will be comfortable. I was able to adjust it easily to my size and it had ample exterior zipped pockets for water and other small items. I even used a 1.5 liter bladder internally and it worked fine. Using the bladder actually helped with weight distribution.
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