A close look at two backpacks buyers cross-shop. The Mariposa 60 takes a modest overall edge, led by low weight, but the Eja 58 has its own case.
| Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 | Osprey Eja 58 | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 68✓ | 65 |
| Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
| Weight | 2 lb 2 oz✓ | 2 lb 13 oz |
| Rated load | 35 lb | 35 lb |
| Fabric denier | 100 D | 100 D |
| Price | $315 | $285✓ |
| Type | Ultralight | Backpacking |
| Frame | Internal | Internal |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Mariposa 60 in blue, Eja 58 in amber. A blank spec is never counted as a win. Capacity is shown for context and is not scored, since more volume is a sizing choice rather than better. GearScore is the overall rating (0 to 100); re-weight it on the full backpack comparison. Prices are current MSRP.
Put the Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 next to the Osprey Eja 58 and the trade-offs are clear. The Mariposa 60 wins on low weight, and the Eja 58 pushes back on price.
The Mariposa 60 is 11 oz lighter. The Eja 58 is $30 cheaper. On the default GearScore the Mariposa 60 leads 68 to 65.
Pick the Mariposa 60 if you care most about low weight, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the Eja 58 if price matter more to you, or you are focused on getting the most for your money.
The Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60. It is 11 oz lighter than the Eja 58.
The Osprey Eja 58. It is $30 cheaper than the Mariposa 60.
The Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60, 68 to 65 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the Mariposa 60 for low weight, or the Eja 58 for price. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.