What is the La Sportiva Granite 22 Backpack?
The La Sportiva Granite 22 is a streamlined climbing backpack designed for agility and efficiency on single-day adventures. Whether tackling alpine ridges, scaling technical faces, or heading for a day at the crag, this durable, all-season pack carries your essentials without slowing you down.
What is it made of?
Recycled HT Nylon Robic X Grid with UHMWPE Reinforcement
The Granite 22 is crafted from recycled HT Nylon Robic X Grid fabric reinforced with UHMWPE 210 fibres. Robic Nylon is a high-tenacity material known for its abrasion resistance, tear strength, and durability, making it ideal for sharp rock, icy surfaces, and demanding alpine use.
The UHMWPE reinforcement adds strength without unnecessary weight, keeping the pack tough, light, and agile.
Lightweight Protection
Despite its strength, the fabric remains impressively lightweight, making the Granite 22 easy to carry on steep, technical terrain. High-wear areas are reinforced to maximise longevity while keeping bulk to a minimum, perfect for fast, focused alpine missions.
PFAS-Free Construction
The Granite 22 is PFAS-free. PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are synthetic chemicals often used in outdoor gear for water and stain resistance but are known to persist in the environment.
By using PFAS-free materials, this pack delivers high performance without leaving a lasting environmental footprint.
What back system does the La Sportiva Granite 22 use?
Thermoformed Back Panel with Structured Insert
The Granite 22 features a thermoformed back panel with a structured insert that provides solid support while following the natural contours of your back. This design improves comfort, weight distribution, and stability when carrying climbing gear, ropes, or alpine tools.
What are its features?
Easy Access and Versatile Closure
The Granite 22 offers dual access to the main compartment, with a top drawstring opening for quick loading and a side water-repellent YKK® zipper for grabbing items mid-route without unpacking the entire bag.
An extendable top cover adapts to different load sizes and doubles as a rope carry system, securing your rope externally while freeing up internal space.
Smart Storage and Organisation
Inside the pack, an internal pocket with a key clip keeps valuables safe and easy to locate. Externally, daisy chain attachment points allow for customisation, whether attaching extra gear, clipping accessories, or securing a helmet holder (sold separately).
Customisable Carry Options for Technical Gear
An adjustable, removable front elastic cord provides flexible storage for jackets, climbing shoes, or additional kit. For alpine and winter missions, ice axe holders and a dedicated ice tool sleeve offer secure, streamlined carry for technical tools.
Rain and Weather Protection
The recycled Robic Nylon fabric, extendable protective cover, and water-repellent zippers protect your gear from snow and light rain. While the Granite 22 does not include a separate rain cover, it can be paired with a dedicated waterproof cover for prolonged exposure to heavy rain.
Features
- Drawstring top closure with extendable cover for rope carry
- Side access via water-repellent YKK® zipper
- Thermoformed back panel with structured insert
- Adjustable waist belt with buckle closure
- Fully adjustable shoulder straps with chest strap and safety whistle
- Daisy chain for helmet holder (sold separately) and accessory attachment
- Adjustable, removable front elastic cord
- Ice axe holders and ice tool sleeve
- Internal key clip pocket
- PFAS-free construction