Gossamer Gear Mariposa vs Herschel Supply Co. Eco Nova Mid Pack

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...

I'm using it because it's my perfect light grey and is cute and holds its shape. So far this outweighs the frustration I feel at the grocery check out trying to get my wallet out.

I bought a used large Mariposa but find that when it's heavily loaded it hits my ass, no matter how I adjust it. I love those packs but haven't quite figured out the fit and I can't really return the used gear.

I bought this to use as a diaper bag and I really want to love it but I don't. The zippers are soo toothy that it's impossible to get into or close up one-handed. The bag is fairly narrow but still tall, and despite the leather bottom and the very stiff canvas it doesn't hold it's shape well, so it tips over very easily. I thought it would be a little smaller over all but it's standard height, just narrower

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 ...

This bag is perfect for everyday use. I’m using as a diaper bag and it has the perfect amount of pockets: front pocket for things like keys/ hand sanitizer/ airpods, 2 water bottle holders on each side: I put 1 water bottle on one side and use the other side for snacks on the go, 2 zippers on main part make it easy for opening, large pocket on inside, and super deep for everyday items you need. Highly recommend this bag for women!!! Herschel never disappoints:)

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

Now the main compartment does open up with a top zip closure Inside it offers this beautiful, striped lining with a back wall slip pocket that does fi...