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UOG TOP PICK - Gossamer Gear Limited Edition Vaporwave Mariposa 60 Rucksack with Shoulder Strap Pocket - it is our lightest weight pack with a large 60L capacity. A classic ultralight thru-hiking pack and amazingly comfortable with some clever storage ideas. All backpacking packs should have a tent holster!!
Light, tough and plenty of storage options there's a lot to like about the Gossamer Gear's Mariposa 60 Rucksack. Designed for big trips in the hills carrying all you need in comfort.
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Gossamer bestseller. With a removable internal frame, load lifters, and 7 built-in pockets, this is a gear-hauling workhorse that weighs in at just 2 pounds. This award-winning pack’s roomy main pocket holds your shelter, clothing, sleeping pad and food. There are seven extra pockets - one mesh for wet stuff, two easy-to-reach for water and high-energy snacks, and the rest for whatever else. Made of custom 100 and 200 denier Robic nylon fabric, this tough, light pack delivers a very comfortable carry even when overloaded with 35 pounds of gear.
Our Verdict
Gossamer Gear's 2020 Mariposa 60 Rucksack is still one of our lightest 60 litre rucksacks. This updated version sees a new, pre-attached belt included in the set up along with a change in the padding used in the straps and foam back. The 60 litres is not just the main compartment but also includes the multiple external pockets so that is worth keeping in mind. The pack is still made from surprisingly tough and durable 100-200 denier nylon which is impressive given the super low weight.
The bag gives the appearance of a roll top enclosure but you get a pair of clips to narrow the entrance then the top folds down to be closed with compression straps to keep your pack contents secure. The fold over top has a zipped pocket. It might be lightweight but the shoulder straps and hipbelt have plenty of comfortable mesh padding. The hipbelt provided with this pack is a medium size so, if you need a small or large size it will need to be bought separately.
Rather than the conventional set up of 2 side stuff pockets, the Mariposa has one massive side pocket which can easily accommodate a light-weight tent. The other side of the pack has 2 smaller pockets useful for stashing items you want accessible on the move. There is a very large mesh pocket idea for carrying wet waterproofs or a tent flysheet. There is a lashing loop which could be used as an ice axe holder but I'm not convinced how effective it would be. To keep weight to a minimum there are no side compression straps on the Mariposa so it will be important to pack it well to keep the load stable.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
In-depth Reviews:
- Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 Review - Ultralight Outdoor Gear (Jacqui)
- Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 Review - Ultralight Outdoor Gear (Andy)
Features
- Shoulder strap pockets for your walkman
- Radical removable hipbelt won’t dig into your new acid-wash jeans
- Bodacious bungees for side compression
- Removable SitLight pad for taking a chill pill at camp
- Large external mesh pocket can store multiple Jane Fonda workout tapes
- Over-the-Top closure with a zippered pocket to hold scratch n’ sniff stickers for all your friends—just make sure to put them in your bear bag at night!
- Sick easy access side pockets for back-up hairspray
- Ergonomic harness won’t cramp your breakdance
- Totally ill tie-on O-rings for like, tying stuff on, dude!
- Totally rad adjustable hipbelt
- Removable SitLight pad for when you wanna veg out at camp
- Rear mesh pocket great for drying out grody gear
- Hipbelt pockets keep your Nintendo Game Boy at arm’s reach
- Low-profile Over-the-Top closure system won’t mess with your mullet
- Hella tough custom 100 and 200 denier Robic nylon
- Zippered stash pocket for your Rubik’s Cube—you’ll get it one day, bro
- Easy access side pockets for stashing leg warmers and mixtapes
- Totally tubular ergonomic harness feels great on the bod
Specifications
Weights
- Medium rucksack weight: 904g
- Large rucksack weighs: 952g
- Shoulder strap weighs: 52g
Medium Rucksack specs
- Included Medium hip belt sizing: (28" - 45" waist) (71 - 114 cm)
- Rucksack size: Medium 20.25” (15.5" - 19.5" torso) (39 - 50 cm) Generally fits people 5'5" to 6'0"
- Height 22” / 55.9 cm to the extension collar only
- Width 11” / 27.9 cm
- Depth 7" / 18 cm
- Extension collar adds another 11.5" / 29.2 cm of height
Backpack Size (Varies greatly depending on body type and how you wear your pack)
- Medium 20.25” (15.5" - 19.5" torso) (39 - 50 cm) Generally fits people 5'5" to 6'0"
- Large 23.25” (19.5" - 23.5" torso) (50 - 60+ cm) Generally fits people 6'0" and up
Capacity
- Total: 60L
- In Main Pack Body to Extension Collar Seam: 36L
- Spread Across 7 Exterior Pockets: 24L
- Max Carry Capacity: 35 lbs
- For Comfort: 30 lbs
Material & Construction
- Custom 100 and 200 denier Robic nylon fabric
