'Back-to-School' Line In 2014 From Performance Pack-Maker Granite Gear

Granite Gear is known most for its ultra-light backpacking products and wilderness goods. Next year, the company announced a move aimed at the mass market. The company hopes to lend some of its design savvy to kids toting books at high schools and on college campuses. Load-absorbing shoulder straps, durable fabrics, and water-repellent zippers are among the features.

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