Gossamer Gear 2020 Mariposa 60 Rucksack

UOG TOP PICK - Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 Rucksack - We've singled out Gossamer Gear's Mariposa 60 as one of our top recommendations because it is the lightest weight pack with a large 60L capacity. Lots of features show off this pack as being practical rather than minimalist for such a low weight.

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.

Gossamer Gear says:

Our 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.

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

Help and advice:

• 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

Weights

• Small (including hipbelt): 832g
• Medium (including hipbelt): 904g
• Large (including hipbelt): 952g

Hipbelt sizing (medium belt included and installed)

• *Small hip belt (22" - 32" waist) (56 - 81 cm)
• Included Medium hip belt (28" - 45" waist) (71 - 114 cm)
• *Large hip belt (32" - 50" waist) (81 - 127 cm)
• *Sold separately

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

• Small 17.25” (11.5" - 15.5" torso) (29 - 39 cm) Generally fits people 5' 6" and under
• 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

Dimensions (Medium)

• 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

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
  

Materials

• 100 & 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