I have the Mariposa as well and Love it! It is much roomier than it looks and I love all big pockets on the outside. They definitely help. I've only carried 4 days of stuff in mine and I was at 45 lbs but I've dialed down some gear and I am planning on testing it out on the North Boundary Trail this summer. My goal is to have everything fit and be under 40lbs so watching this video gives me hope that it is possibly! Thanks for sharing.
How many days do you plan to be on the North Boundary? Would love to know your gear load out for this and what you’re planning to bring for food. I certainly felt I could do 10 days with his backpack in remote areas but of course that depends on the time of year, the expected weather (as best as you can tell) etc... I should clarify that when I say 10 days, I mean 10 days. I would be more comfortable with his backpack doing eight or nine days no I had an extra day of food and other supplies tucked in my pack for an emergency situation.
I aplreciate the after trip reviews of gear loadouts. It helps show your mindset at beginning of trip and how reality turned out to be. Excellent video and thanks for sharing.
Dude thanks for the video! I’m considering getting this bag for the JMT this summer and we’re hoping to go 10 days before resupply. Looks like it served you well!
You’re welcome. I think 10 days is doable but will depend on your load out. Especially food. I spend extra in dehydrated meals and energy bars, so that really helps with space and weight. Love this pack and will use it for all trips up to 10 days this summer.
I like what you've done with your gear loadout. I'm about halfway to UL. Even though I have a UL tent (silnylon), I'm wanting to go for a lighter Dyneema fiber trekking pole tent. And I still need a UL backpack, the lightest weight multiday pack that I have weighs in at 3.5 lbs for a 50-liter capacity.
I really appreciate the video. Thinking of buying the Mariposa just for 2 day trips in and around New England (Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. With all this stuff you should give an estimate of the cost of everything in the bag. Some people think they can get a great deal on camping stuff for around $500 but in reality some tents cost more than that alone. Want people to realize their is a Hugh cost for going ultra lite. Thanks again
@@HowestheHike Trust me at 53 I know! Did a 10 mile hike/camping in Cutler Maine with a 25 lb pack and I was sore, hence the reason looking at this bag because it is rated good for shoulder comfort
Might want to edit your reply to tag him? Not sure he saw your question. I will say I've taken it on three to four day trips and it's extremely comfortable even with a smaller load
Love your trip videos. I’ve been “goin’” on trips with Joey here in utube land when I stumbled across y’all’s trip...so, I started “goin’” on your trips. I’m interested in visiting with your thoughts regarding goin’ a bit lighter. Stay safe n happy trails to u! John
Great job on weight reduction Stuart! Thirty three pounds is very impressive! Your food at 1.2 pounds a day is much lighter than mine. I'm normally at 1.8 to 2 pounds a day.
I kept thinking there's gotta be a kitchen sink in there somewhere. More on the night relief (pee) bottle; who makes it and where can I get one? Saves having to go see a fella about a bird dog in the middle of the night;-) Good space saver over a sport drink bottle. The weight sounds great!
Great video. Thanks for sharing. Do you check your backpack on the air craft if so do you pack it differently and what items do you purchase at your destination
Thanks! The jacket was an on sale Arc'teryx, and the kilt is an oldie at this point - but I got it from ULA Equipment when I lived in the US. If you are in Canada, they likely ship up here. HIGHLY recommended
It does! Sternum strap broke but they sell Inexpensive replacements. Some wear on the hip belt where the shoulder harness rubs it. 1000's of km later - still great!
We used to use sea to summit dry bags but they're a bit heavy. I ordered custom dry bags from Hilltop Packs. If you Google them you'll see a wide assortment including ones where you can add your own images.
Ha! Me too! COVID really wrecked my fall plans. I do have a review upcoming of the Tarptent Aeon li and the ZPacks Duplex. I also will do some winter weather hikes here in Eastern Canada and have some lofty goals this summer in the Rockies!
@@HowestheHike I live near the Rock Lake area in Grande Prairie and love all the Rockies videos. I know it's winter, but still get impatient waiting for the next one. Lol
I love it. Could not believe how good I felt coming into camp after the day hiking. I still have my Osprey Xenith 88 and 105 expedition packs, but after packing an honest 10 day load-out for the Canadian Rockies, I feel pretty confident that it will be a perfect pack for all hikes up to about 9-10 days with no resupply. If I need to be out 10- 14 days, back to those I would go. Comfort wise, it felt almost as good as the Osprey packs and even has load lifters. Not always the case with this type of pack. HIGHLY recommended.
Having never worn the Arc Blast, it would be unfair for me to compare. Bryan DeLay wore one on our North Boundary expedition and managed to fir 10-11 days of stuff in it.
Just bought a Mariposa and so glad I did. Amazing video!
You're going to love it! 10 days is my maximum with this pack but that's pretty much my maximum anyway ha ha! Thanks so much for the comment :-)
I have the Mariposa as well and Love it! It is much roomier than it looks and I love all big pockets on the outside. They definitely help. I've only carried 4 days of stuff in mine and I was at 45 lbs but I've dialed down some gear and I am planning on testing it out on the North Boundary Trail this summer. My goal is to have everything fit and be under 40lbs so watching this video gives me hope that it is possibly! Thanks for sharing.
How many days do you plan to be on the North Boundary? Would love to know your gear load out for this and what you’re planning to bring for food. I certainly felt I could do 10 days with his backpack in remote areas but of course that depends on the time of year, the expected weather (as best as you can tell) etc... I should clarify that when I say 10 days, I mean 10 days. I would be more comfortable with his backpack doing eight or nine days no I had an extra day of food and other supplies tucked in my pack for an emergency situation.
I aplreciate the after trip reviews of gear loadouts. It helps show your mindset at beginning of trip and how reality turned out to be. Excellent video and thanks for sharing.
I appreciate that!
Dude thanks for the video! I’m considering getting this bag for the JMT this summer and we’re hoping to go 10 days before resupply. Looks like it served you well!
You’re welcome. I think 10 days is doable but will depend on your load out. Especially food. I spend extra in dehydrated meals and energy bars, so that really helps with space and weight. Love this pack and will use it for all trips up to 10 days this summer.
I like what you've done with your gear loadout. I'm about halfway to UL. Even though I have a UL tent (silnylon), I'm wanting to go for a lighter Dyneema fiber trekking pole tent. And I still need a UL backpack, the lightest weight multiday pack that I have weighs in at 3.5 lbs for a 50-liter capacity.
Keep ay it - it sure makes a big difference!
Good to know. I have just transitioned from Osprey to Mariposa 60. Haven’t used it on longer trips yet but so far it’s been comfortable.
Hope you enjoy it!
I really appreciate the video. Thinking of buying the Mariposa just for 2 day trips in and around New England (Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. With all this stuff you should give an estimate of the cost of everything in the bag. Some people think they can get a great deal on camping stuff for around $500 but in reality some tents cost more than that alone. Want people to realize their is a Hugh cost for going ultra lite. Thanks again
Good point! Next time I do something like this - I will. And no, ultralight is not cheap, but as you age, necessary!
@@HowestheHike Trust me at 53 I know! Did a 10 mile hike/camping in Cutler Maine with a 25 lb pack and I was sore, hence the reason looking at this bag because it is rated good for shoulder comfort
I think I will update that video soon as I know have 1000+ km on that pack. And a cost breakdown is a GREAT idea. Thanks!
Hi, did you buy the Mariposa? Do you think the size is right for your 2 day trips? Are you happy with your choice?
Might want to edit your reply to tag him? Not sure he saw your question. I will say I've taken it on three to four day trips and it's extremely comfortable even with a smaller load
Love your trip videos. I’ve been “goin’” on trips with Joey here in utube land when I stumbled across y’all’s trip...so, I started “goin’” on your trips. I’m interested in visiting with your thoughts regarding goin’ a bit lighter. Stay safe n happy trails to u! John
Hi John - thanks so much for this awesome comment. I am Hooke don lighter now, especially after packing 10 days in the Mariposa. No excuse no to now!
Great job on weight reduction Stuart! Thirty three pounds is very impressive! Your food at 1.2 pounds a day is much lighter than mine. I'm normally at 1.8 to 2 pounds a day.
Thanks Bryan!
I kept thinking there's gotta be a kitchen sink in there somewhere. More on the night relief (pee) bottle; who makes it and where can I get one? Saves having to go see a fella about a bird dog in the middle of the night;-) Good space saver over a sport drink bottle. The weight sounds great!
Haha. I use a Hydrapack Stash. It collapses very small when not needed.
@@HowestheHike Thanks, just ordered one.
Will change your nights!!
Great video. Thanks for sharing. Do you check your backpack on the air craft if so do you pack it differently and what items do you purchase at your destination
I do check it yes. No fuel of bear spray allowed, so those have to be picked up and left behind at the destination.
Interesting review thanks. However, you haven't actually mentioned whether the Mariposa is comfortable to carry that 33lb weight on a long, hard walk.
Good point. And yes it sure was. I’ve never felt better after a day on the trail!
Hey Stuart! Great video! Which rain jacket and rain quilt were you using?
Thanks! The jacket was an on sale Arc'teryx, and the kilt is an oldie at this point - but I got it from ULA Equipment when I lived in the US. If you are in Canada, they likely ship up here. HIGHLY recommended
Great video! Your luxury item is just what I am looking for. Where do I find one?
Thanks! Amazon!
Does the backpack still hold up?
It does! Sternum strap broke but they sell
Inexpensive replacements. Some wear on the hip belt where the shoulder harness rubs it. 1000's of km later - still great!
Great video. Where do you get your dry bags?
We used to use sea to summit dry bags but they're a bit heavy. I ordered custom dry bags from Hilltop Packs. If you Google them you'll see a wide assortment including ones where you can add your own images.
good video, 30lbs is 13.6kg by the way 16.6=36.6lbs
Cool, thanks!!
When's the next one?? Waiting...
Ha! Me too! COVID really wrecked my fall plans. I do have a review upcoming of the Tarptent Aeon li and the ZPacks Duplex. I also will do some winter weather hikes here in Eastern Canada and have some lofty goals this summer in the Rockies!
@@HowestheHike I live near the Rock Lake area in Grande Prairie and love all the Rockies videos. I know it's winter, but still get impatient waiting for the next one. Lol
Remember, you don't need to do solo hikes if you don't want to. Lots of fans out in Alberta! Lol
@@HowestheHike will you be on the GDT this summer?
Not likely. But it is on my radar for some sections next year.
Which trail did you hike?
Was on part of the South Boundary Trail via Rocky (Cardinal) Pass. EPIC place
How do you like the mariposa 60? On the fence to make the purchase.
I love it. Could not believe how good I felt coming into camp after the day hiking. I still have my Osprey Xenith 88 and 105 expedition packs, but after packing an honest 10 day load-out for the Canadian Rockies, I feel pretty confident that it will be a perfect pack for all hikes up to about 9-10 days with no resupply. If I need to be out 10- 14 days, back to those I would go. Comfort wise, it felt almost as good as the Osprey packs and even has load lifters. Not always the case with this type of pack. HIGHLY recommended.
@@HowestheHike thanks for the feed back. Btw live the vids.
@@martyvan3476 thanks for that. Can’t wait to make some more this summer it’s been a while
How would you compare it to the Zpacks Arc Blast?
Having never worn the Arc Blast, it would be unfair for me to compare. Bryan DeLay wore one on our North Boundary expedition and managed to fir 10-11 days of stuff in it.
@@HowestheHike thank you