Granite Gear Leopard V.C. 46

Published Oct 19, 2012

Katie Herrel

Photo: Russel Sackson

Brand: Granite Gear

Model: Leopard V.C. 46

New model for this year (Do not check this option if this model was listed as new in last year’s Gear Guide)Baptized by fire, the Leopard series packs were really put to the test by gear testers extraordinaire Justin Trauma Lichter and Shawn Pepper Forry in their epic trek through the Himalayas. The Leopard VC 46 packs feature our ultra-light Vapor Current suspension system. Compatible with our new Crampon Holder, Tool Loops, and our weight saving Vapor Airbeam frame, the Leopard VC 46 is at home both as a minimalist backpacks or a fast-and-light alpine pack.

▪Vapor Current Suspension (Same as Crown 60)
▪35 lb Load Rating
▪Removable/Upgradable Frame
▪2lbs, 6 oz 0.07Kg With Frame Removed (25lb Load)
▪2lbs, 9oz with Klymit VC Frame (35lb Load)
▪4 Sizes in Men’s Hip Belt Available
▪4 Sizes in Women’s Hip Belt Available
▪Hip Belt Compatible With Tool Loops and Belt Pocket
▪Flap is Compatible With The Crampon Holster
▪Roll-Top Closure
▪10mm webbing
▪Removable Floating Lid
▪2 lbs, 1 oz With Lid and Frame Removed
▪Mesh Pocket Inside Lid
▪Flap with Ax Cinches and 2 Zippered Pockets
▪Stretch Woven Zippered Pocket on Front
▪Stretch Woven Wand Pockets
▪Dual Density Hip Belt and Shoulder Straps
▪Cordura High Tenacity Nylon Throughout (100D and 210D)