Gossamer Gear Mariposa vs RAINS Buckle Backpack Mini

It helps me stand up straighter when I'm hiking and It also gives me some breathability as you can see a lot of my back is exposed You know can slip m...

Appropriate in most casual settings as well as for work. I wouldn't bring it to a black tie wedding, but most occasions short of that. - Comfortable for long stretches, even when I have my laptop inside. - Waterproof as it gets without being rolltop

It has another side pocket on the top here that is wonderful. The big pockets on the side for water bottles here I put two one liter water bottles in ...

I like it. The little pocket inside as well as the backside of the backpack or super convenient. The backpack secures with a clasp which is nice so people won’t be able to open easily if I’m on public transit.

6 ounces—significantly less than the medium version of the Mariposa with a hipbelt. But with only three external pockets (none of which zip), the Arc Blast is limited in its organizational capacity, and we find that it doesn’t carry a load as well. If pack weight is your number one consideration, it’s hard to argue against the Arc Blast. But we give the overall edge to the Gossamer Gear Mariposa for its added carrying comfort, organization, and durability

I was a little concerned about the bottom wearing through from, say, a sharp 3-pound Macbook rubbing against it constantly but it does seem rugged so I am not so worried. All things considered, this is a great stylish backpack and super for when the emphasis is on style and not functionality, though it is functional enough for me. The snap-hook closure for the main flap is novel and I like it. I deduct a half star for the minor issues and round up to five stars