Two backpacks worth lining up side by side. The Mariposa 60 takes a modest overall edge, led by low weight, but the Minimalist V2 has its own case.
| Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 | Six Moon Designs Minimalist V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 68✓ | 63 |
| Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
| Weight | 2 lb 2 oz✓ | 2 lb 9 oz |
| Rated load | 35 lb | 35 lb |
| Fabric denier | 100 D | n/s |
| Price | $315 | $285✓ |
| Type | Ultralight | Ultralight |
| Frame | Internal | Internal |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Mariposa 60 in blue, Minimalist V2 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.
The Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 and Six Moon Designs Minimalist V2 take different routes to the same job. The Mariposa 60 wins on low weight, and the Minimalist V2 pushes back on price.
The Mariposa 60 is 7 oz lighter. The Minimalist V2 is $30 cheaper. On the default GearScore the Mariposa 60 leads 68 to 63.
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 Minimalist V2 if price matter more to you, or you are focused on getting the most for your money.
The Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60. It is 7 oz lighter than the Minimalist V2.
The Six Moon Designs Minimalist V2. It is $30 cheaper than the Mariposa 60.
The Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60, 68 to 63 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 Minimalist V2 for price. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.