A close look at two backpacks buyers cross-shop. On the data the Maven 55 is the stronger all-round pick, and the question is whether the Radix 57 still fits your budget or priorities.
| Gregory Maven 55 | Mystery Ranch Radix 57 | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 70✓ | 55 |
| Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
| Weight | 3 lb 7 oz✓ | 3 lb 11 oz |
| Rated load | 50 lb | n/s |
| Fabric denier | 210 D✓ | 100 D |
| Price | $260✓ | $299 |
| Type | Backpacking | Backpacking |
| Frame | Internal | Internal |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Maven 55 in blue, Radix 57 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 Gregory Maven 55 next to the Mystery Ranch Radix 57 and the trade-offs are clear. The Maven 55 is the stronger pick on most of the specs that matter, while the Radix 57 makes its case on price.
The Maven 55 is 4 oz lighter, tougher fabric (210D vs 100D), and $39 cheaper. On the default GearScore the Maven 55 leads 70 to 55.
Pick the Maven 55 if you care most about low weight and durability, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the Radix 57 if you would rather save the difference.
The Gregory Maven 55. It is 4 oz lighter than the Radix 57.
The Gregory Maven 55. It is tougher fabric (210D vs 100D) than the Radix 57.
The Gregory Maven 55, 70 to 55 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
The Maven 55 is the stronger all-round pick here. Choose the Radix 57 if it is the better value for you.