Posted by: fatboy99
mtn hardwear thruway pack vs granite gear vc! - 04/22/13 08:53 PM
Posted by: Pika
Re: mtn hardwear thruway pack vs granite gear vc! - 04/22/13 09:28 PM
I considered getting the Crown VC-60 but decided against it because it does not come with hip belt pockets. I don't know anything about the Mt. Hardware pack.
Posted by: lori
Re: mtn hardwear thruway pack vs granite gear vc! - 04/22/13 09:35 PM
Don't have practical experience with either, but would not trust a framesheet pack with 25+ lb load...
I would trust the Granite Gear pack, however, as their frames are heavy duty. I still have an older discontinued model, designed to carry up to 40 lbs, which it does nicely.
Posted by: Rick_D
Re: mtn hardwear thruway pack vs granite gear vc! - 04/23/13 12:21 AM
Have quite a bit of trail time with the VC60. It's a comfy pack with reasonable loads--under 30 pounds is what I'd recommend. Note well it has no torso adjustment, so must fit well out of the box. The MH pack looks very interesting, but I have no knowledge or experience. The hip wings look pretty meager, I'd make sure they can support a full load.
Just got an aftermarket air "frame" for the GG and am looking forward to giving it a go. I don't think it will add load range but for full loads, it might make it more comfortable. Also drops a few ounces.
Always, always, always try before you buy.
Cheers,