Description
Rikkar Specs
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 60 L total |
| Comfortable Load | Up to approximately 30 lb / 13.6 kg |
| Maximum Load | Up to approximately 35 lb / 15.9 kg |
| Material | 100D & 210D recycled Robic nylon |
| Frame | Removable aluminum PVT frame |
| Exterior Storage | 24 L |
| Exterior Pockets | 7 |
| Sizes | Small / Medium / Large |
| Frame | Removable |
| Weight | Varies by size and hipbelt configuration |
Weight
The Mariposa 60’s weight varies depending on pack size and hipbelt configuration. Manufacturer-listed configurations range from approximately 33.4 oz / 946 g to 38.0 oz / 1,077 g with the frame, SitLight pad, and hipbelt.
For ultralight pack planning, compare the weight of the exact configuration you’re purchasing rather than relying on a single advertised pack weight.
Key Features
- 60 L total capacity
- Lightweight framed design
- Removable aluminum PVT frame
- Supportive suspension for moderate loads
- 24 L of exterior storage
- Seven exterior pockets
- Trekking pole attachments
- Hydration tube routing
- 100D & 210D recycled Robic nylon construction
- Available in Small, Medium, and Large
Why We Like It
The Mariposa 60 occupies a useful middle ground between a traditional backpacking pack and an ultralight frameless pack.
You get substantial capacity and a supportive frame without carrying the weight of a conventional heavy-duty backpack. That makes it particularly useful when your gear list includes bulky food, extra layers, cold-weather equipment, or other items that push you beyond the practical range of a smaller or frameless pack.
The generous exterior storage is another reason we like it. Having frequently used gear accessible outside the main compartment can make a large-capacity pack much easier to organize on the trail.
The Tradeoff
The Mariposa 60 isn’t the lightest backpack available, and that’s intentional.
You’re carrying additional weight for the frame, suspension, larger capacity, and load-carrying capability. If your fully loaded pack consistently stays below about 20 pounds, a smaller or frameless backpack may offer a better weight-to-capacity tradeoff.
The 60-liter capacity can also be more pack than you need if your gear is already highly compact.
Who It’s For
The Mariposa 60 makes the most sense for hikers who:
- Carry moderate loads
- Want a framed pack without a traditional heavy-pack weight penalty
- Need extra capacity for longer trips
- Carry bulky cold-weather or shelter gear
- Want substantial exterior storage
- Are preparing for thru-hikes or extended backpacking trips
It’s less compelling for hikers whose complete kit is already extremely compact and consistently falls within the comfortable range of a frameless pack.
Rikkar Take
The Mariposa 60 is a great choice for hikers who want to go light without having to make every piece of their gear as small and minimal as possible.
Its combination of 60-liter capacity, exterior storage, and a supportive removable frame makes it particularly appealing for thru-hikers and longer-distance backpackers who need room for real-world gear while still keeping pack weight under control.
If your gear list sometimes grows because of extra food, water, layers, or changing conditions, the Mariposa gives you considerably more flexibility than a smaller ultralight pack.
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