Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60L W/hipbelt

bestseller. Perhaps not so strange considering it’s a tough, large volume backpack that features a removable internal frame, load lifters, and 7 built in pockets all for under 2 pounds!

Gear Notes

My experience with the Gossamer gear Mariposa has always been a pleasant one. Lovely carrying capabilities, extra sitpad that functions as a back pad, lots of pockets all over the place, removable hipbelt and frame, as well as enough volume for just about any trip I plan on walking. To top if off the Mariposa is one of the best looking backpacks on the market according to my very keen sense of style.

I love the feel of the Gossamer gear Mariposa on my longer hikes. It just feels so nice and tight on my body, making scrambling surprisingly easy with such a large bag. I rarely lose my balance because of my backpack sliding back and forth with the Mariposa on my back. I also like being able to glide into camp with a ready to go sitpad that I just pull out from outside of the backpack. The large side pocket means I can easily store my tent on the outside as well as a water bottle and other such goodness.

If you’re looking for a great all around backpack for lighter weight hikes, than the Mariposa is hard to beat for its price and functionality. This pack is great for loads up to 15 or so kilos. After that, not so much. If you need a backpack for heavier loads than check out the Hyperlite mountain gear 4400 backpacks.

• Lots of pockets – seven of them to be exact
• Nice big hipbelt pockets for phone, energy bars and more
• Removable hipbelt
• Sitpad that functions as back pad
• Aluminum frame
• Durable materials
• Looks great
• Very comfortable backpack

• Your back will sweat. Great for losing fat on your back, bad for obvious reasons
• Hydration port hole is a bit of of a pain to get a straw through
• Not a huge fan of the lid. I prefer roll-top

• New belt with added stiffener and stay integration for superior load transfer and comfort
• New unisex ergonomic belt shape
• New larger more functional integrated hipbelt pockets
• Unisex ergonomic harness for both men and women
• The Mariposa is best with loads under 30lbs but will handle up to 35 just fine
• Made of our custom 100 and 200 denier Robic nylon
• It comes with a SitLight pad and a removable stay
• The pack comes with a medium belt installed and small and large belts are sold separately to allow customers to choose the size they need
• OTT (Over-the-Top) closure system provides an easy secure closure
• Rear mesh pocket great for drying gear and other gear storage
• Custom air mesh fabric on shoulder straps and hipbelt for less friction and more comfort
• New trekking pole hardware for storing them outside the pack
• Right side bottle pockets accessible without taking off pack
• Internal hydration sleeve and drinking tube keeper loops on both shoulder straps
• Harness includes multiple attachment points for accessorizing
• Lashing loop doubles as ice axe holder
• Updated hipbelt includes new removable internal stay system
• Need help with the sizing? Find out how to properly fit a backpack!

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Size (Varies greatly depending on body type and how you wear your pack)

Small 17.25” (11.5″ – 15.5″ torso) (29 – 41 cm.) Generally fits people 5′ 6″ and under

Medium 20.25” (16″ – 19″ torso) (41 – 50 cm.) Generally fits people 5’5″ to 5’11”

Large 23.25” (19.5″ – 23.5″ torso) (49 – 60+ cm.) Generally fits people 5’10” and up

* Small hip belt (24″ – 34″ waist) (56 – 81 cm.)

Medium hip belt (30″ – 40″ waist) (71 – 114 cm.) (Included)

* Large hip belt (38″ – 50″ waist) (81 – 127 cm.)

100 denier Robic High Tensil strength nylon
Select use of 200 denier Robic High tensil strength nylon.
Select use of 70 denier double-rip ripstop nylon
Select use of Darlington Mesh
Select use of Supreme Air Mesh
Select use of Foam