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The Blaze 60 is built to go the distance, comfortably and tailored to you. The A.C. frame let's you lock in your fit precisely to your torso size. The frame, in combination with the patent-pending fully adjustable Re-Fit hip belt and the molded foam back panel, lets the pack comfortably carry up to 50 lbs. The custom fabric is an innovative technology that makes this our most durable pack to date. In the high-impact and high-abrasion areas, we're using a Granite Gear exclusive 210D Robic nylon UHMWPE triple ripstop. The lid, which is fully removable to cut grams, can be converted to an optional chest pack to carry on your front to keep even more contents at the ready. A tall vertical hidden zipper now allows you to access to main compartment quickly, especially to get to those contents at bottom of pack.
“Granite Gear’s new Blaze 60 nails the sweet spot for lightweight backpacks.... It delivers meaningful weight saving without compromising comfort or durability.”
-Backpacker Editor-in-chief Dennis Lewon
- Dual density shoulder harness with load-lifter straps, removable sternum strap and whistle buckle for safety.
- Dual large hip belt pockets with DWR treated zippers that fit plus-sized smartphones with room to spare
- Cinch-and-roll closure with crossing webbing straps to compress and secure the pack's contents
- Hydration port & Internal hydration sleeve
- Tall stretch woven front pocket
- Hidden zipper access to main compartment for quick access to contents at bottom of pack
- 100D Robic High-tenacity nylon with Barrier DWR main body
All new A.C. (Air Current) Frame with 50lb. (22.7 kg) load rating
The Air Current frame system is designed to fit you exactly. The polycarbonate frame is injection molded which allows for strategically reinforced areas and channels to allow for a higher load rating of 50 lbs. 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.
Large fabric side pockets with reinforced bottom panels and cinch closure
We’ve made the foams more plush for a more comfortable ride. The chevron designs encourage air flow for ventilation.
Re-Fit Waist Belt
Fully adjustable, belt ranging from 26-42” waists on the unisex and from 24-40” on the women’s fit.
Screen printed instructions help to draw attention to pack-fitting feature.
Removable lid compartment with DWR treated zipper that converts to optional chest pack to carry on your front
The lid, which is fully removable to cut grams, can be converted to an optional chest pack to carry on your front to keep even more contents at the ready.
Exclusive 210 D Robic nylon UHMWPE triple ripstop (Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight-Polyethylene)
The custom fabric is an innovative technology that makes this our most durable pack to date. In the high-impact and high-abrasion areas, we're using a Granite Gear exclusive 210D Robic nylon UHMWPE triple ripstop.
Specific Adjustment points to lock in your exact torso size.
The frame has height-specific adjustment points to lock in your torso size to achieve the perfect fit. The frame is ergonomically built so that you don't need to take the frame out when adjusting. Slide your hand behind the frame and toggle the shoulder strap connection point and reposition to your corresponding torso length, as marked on the frame in one-inch increments.
one world travel
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2025
Everything you need and nothing you don’t. Comfortably holds heavy loads, easy access, tons of tie down points to add small to bulky items on the outside. Clever system to hang brain on front or convert to summit hip pack.
Fen Druadìn
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2025
I bought this for my son to come backpacking with me. I have a UL backpack that I adore for me, but my son is a bit more robustly built and wanted something that was still super lightweight but had more pockets and other functional components.This was the one. For the price, really hard to beat. It's not much heavier than mine, but very versatile and functional. And it looks great too. Definitely would buy this one for him again!
Tim
Reviewed in Australia on March 27, 2024
I bought this from US to Aus and it came surprisingly quick, at least a week ahead of schedule.However, when I opened the package, I noticed that the hip belt and top pocket was missing.After looking at the bag to see if there was anything else missing, I noticed that a zipper string was also missing.I bought this bag for a camping trip I have planned soon but might have to look for other options if this can’t be sorted. A shame as I was excited to try it out, have heard many great reviews for the Blaze.
Paul Junek
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2023
This bag is extremely versatile - the adjustments make it easy to get the straps well positioned for a good fit. There are also lots of cinch straps that make it so you can tighten things down to the size of the load, keeping things well secured. This was helpful as my bag got smaller over the course of a few days on the trail. I also liked that the top piece could be removed - I would keep my small items in there and carry that around the site once things were set up.I also really liked that I could pull the plastic support structure out of the bag. It got muddy during my wet hike, but I was able to throw it in the wash. Was like new after that.There are two reasons this didn’t get 5 stars. The first is back airflow. My expectations weren’t high, but this was quite a problem for me. All my sweat just dropped down my back. With nearly zero airflow, that caused it just drip down into my pants. When the weather got warm, it felt like had wet my pants!The second, which is small, is that there’s no clip for a water bladder tube. It would seem like a small item, and maybe I can purchase separately, but my tube just flopped about. Made it hard to find the end to grab a sip. I eventually tucked it into the chest strap, which turned out fine, but it was quite annoying to not have that clip.Overall, extremely good value. Feels very high quality all around. Just wish my back could breathe a little.
Ashley
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2023
I just got back from a 37 mile backpacking trip through the Ozarks. I have an Osprey Atmos that I love and have worn on multiple trips, but wanted to try this one since it was a pound and a half lighter, though I found when caring 40 lbs it made no difference. But I absolutely loved it! It made the Atmos feel bulky and lumbering. It has a sleek design AND you can reach the hip pockets WITHOUT taking off your pack!!! It felt just as comfortable as the Atmos, though your back will get hotter, but I prefer to backback in cool weather so it didn't bother me. The only con is that in order to make it a sleek design (it's more like a tube) and still hold 60L, fully packed it protrudes above your head about 6" (I'm 5'8"). So if you're hiking through the woods (like the Ozarks) and have to go under brush or downed trees, it can be taxing bending down with 40lbs on your back. But overall I LOVE this pack, the Atmos is amazing, but this holds the same weight in a sleeker design.
Doesn’t work.
Reviewed in Australia on November 23, 2023
Great one
Lukas Sobkuliak
Reviewed in Germany on July 25, 2022
I've used it with about 20 kg load and it was still really comfortable.+ Great quality and ergonomics.- The back material is causing skin to brush on the lower back, when it is hot and you are sweating.
M. Nelson
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2021
I've been using an Arc'teryx Bora 80 for over 20 years but I've decided to lighten my load. The Blaze 60 weighs less than half as much, holds nearly as much and is probably a little more comfortable. The large water bottle pockets that cinch tighter with drawstrings are fantastic. The large hip belt pockets easily carry a big cell phone. I've used the Blaze 60 as a day pack (it is barely heavier than my usual day pack) and the side zipper makes it easy to find items near the bottom. I've only found three minor issues: 1) there is no key clip in the top lid pocket; 2) both hip belt pockets zip open from the left, making it harder to reach around to open the zipper on the left pocket; 3) the opening to the stretchy stuff-it pocket is small, making it hard to put in a rain jacket bulkier than my Marmot Precip.
Hayherder
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2020
Coming from a Gregory Palisade, I found this backpack very comfortable. Since purchasing this summer, I've taken 2 trips totaling about 50 miles. My pack weighed between 30-35 lbs at the start with water.Things I like-- comfortable. The hip belt never hurt me. The torso adjustments are limited, but easy to make (make sure you choose the correct size). I highly recommend going to REI to find out how to fit a pack (would have bought from them but they didn't have this in stock). The weight felt easy. I admit that this is coming from a pack that, after all these years, weighed in at a whopping 8 lbs alone!-- the waist belt removes and attaches to the lid to form the best fanny pack you ever imagined!-- 2 good front hip belt pockets-- waist belt adjusts to your size with velcro, and then you can use the pull straps.-- Access to the internal pack from the outside. I never used this feature.-- large mesh, stretchy pocket on the back of the pack. I found this great for stuffing clothing I might need quickly like a rain jacket or a cap or something.Things I didn't Like-- #1 - and, I admit, in the beginning, this was almost a deal killer for me....no straps on the bottom to put a sleeping pad. Why? So, 1 trip (see pics) I fastened the large roll to the back of the pack (worked fine). 2nd trip I brought a blow up pad that fit inside.-- You cannot put the water bottle back in the pack with it on. I challenge you to work this feat of dexterity! Getting it out was hard but not impossible.-- The stretch strap on the side pocket didn't tighten when I had my nalgene bottle in it. I think it was a little too wide for the pocket's liking. Still you could use the strap that clicks and then tightens if you wanted too (pain b/c that would be each time taking the bottle in and out), but I didn't loose the bottle.Overall - I am really glad I purchased this pack.
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