Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60

Its removable hip belt and frame make it light and compact, and the removable foam backing is an excellent addition for trail-side stops and added carrying comfort.

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The shoulder straps are thick, which cushions and distributes weight incredibly well. Of all the packs we tested, this one is by far the most comfortable right out of the box.

Its design is easy to figure out without needing extra accessories or features to be ready right away for the trail.

Comfort

The Mariposa achieves top marks for comfort. The shoulder straps, hip belt, and back padding work in unison to transfer much of the pack’s load off the shoulders and onto the hips. The internal upside-down U-frame seems to work marginally better than single stays at keeping the bag from blowing out into your back and giving the pack both horizontal and vertical stiffness right where you want it.

Ease of Use

The Mariposa is one of the most versatile packs we tested. It’s easy to remove the frame and waist belt when slimming down your kit and preparing to carry lighter loads.

Weight-to-Volume Ratio

We tested the Gossamer Gear Mariposa in a medium size, and it weighs 32.6 ounces, with a total volume of 60 liters.

The Mariposa is very modular, and many of the main components can be removed to help save weight in whatever way works for you. We measured each of the components of this pack to help give you an understanding of which parts weigh the most:

• Main pack: 18.0 oz (520 g)

• Hip belt: 7.8 oz (221 g)

• Back padding: 3.7 oz (105 g)

• Aluminum frame: 3.0 oz (85 g).

• Adjustability

  The modular design of the Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 allows you to adjust the pack to your body easily and be ready for your next adventure. The shoulder straps are well-padded and fit most people. The hip belt fits many body types and can be removed altogether to save a few hundred grams.