Gossamer Gear Hipbelt with Pockets

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This is the hipbelt for the latest version of Gossamer Gear’s Mariposa and Gorilla packs. Available in small or large sizes in case the medium size supplied does not fit, they feature updated, larger zip pockets.

Gossamer Gear says

This is the hipbelt used on the latest version of our Mariposa and Gorilla packs. Available in 3 sizes (the Mariposa and Gorilla packs are supplied with a medium hipbelt), they feature our updated and larger integrated zippered pockets. The aluminum stay can now connect from the pack into this belt, making weight transfer more comfortable. The belt can be used with any 2012 and newer Robic or Dyneema fabric packs without any modification. This belt will not fit 2011 and older silnylon Gorilla and Mariposa model packs.

Our Verdict

Gossamer Gear’s Hipbelt with Pockets is designed for anyone needing a smaller or larger version of the standard sized hipbelt provided with the Mariposa and Gorilla packs. With updated foam and fabric combined with larger, more practical pockets this is a great way of finding a more personal fit.

It is important to note that these belts can be used with any 2012 and newer Robic or Dyneema fabric packs without any modification. They will not fit 2011 and older silnylon Gorilla and Mariposa model packs.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• The belt can be used with any 2012 and newer Robic or Dyneema fabric packs without any modification
• This belt will not fit 2011 and older silnylon Gorilla and Mariposa model packs
• The aluminium stay from the pack locks into the back of the belt to give maximum load transfer to the hips
• Large zippered hip pockets carry your gear at arm’s reach
• Velcro parch secures to pack body
• Cushy foam with a stiffener layer for great load transfer and comfort
• Dual adjust buckle
• Small belt has one mesh pocket and one zippered pocket
• Note: The Mariposa and Gorilla packs are supplied with a medium hipbelt so they are not sold seperatly.

Specifications

Weights

• Small hipbelt: 188g
• Large hipbelt: 234g

Hipbelt sizing

• Small hipbelt (22″ – 32″ waist) (56 – 81 cm)
• Medium hipbelt (28″ – 45″ waist) (71 – 114 cm)
• Large hipbelt (32″ – 50″ waist) (81 – 127 cm)
• Note: The Mariposa and Gorilla packs are supplied with a medium hipbelt.

Pocket dimensions (H x W x D)

• Small hipbelt: 4.25” x 5.75” x 2.5”
• Medium hipbelt: 4.25” x 7.75” x 2.5”
• Large hipbelt: 4.25” x 8.75” x 2.5”

Padding & webbing

• Small hipbelt: 25″ of padding and 14″ of webbing on each side. Small belt has one mesh pocket and one zippered pocket
• Medium hipbelt: 29″ of padding and 15″ of webbing on each side
• Large hipbelt: 33″ of padding and 16″ of webbing on each side

Materials

• 70 denier robic high-tensil nylon
• Select use of Darlington Mesh
• Select use XTC harness liner fabric