Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 vs Granite Gear Virga3 26L
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultralight 60L frameless pack with sit pad back panel.
Full details →Ultralight unisex backpack with fully adjustable torso and frameless suspension design. Features roll-top main compartment, removable waist belt, and 26L capaci...
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Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 vs Granite Gear Virga3 26L: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Granite Gear Virga3 26L wins — at 571 g it is 46 g (7%) lighter than the Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 (617 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest backpack page, or browse the full gear weight database.