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Poll: Which pack is better for an AT thru with an 8-11lb base weight?

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    Does the lack of top-lifters on the Mariposa impact the weight carrying ability and the likeliness to get sore shoulders/back?
    Top lifter supposedly help carry weight out of the shoulders, so I am surprised that a high capacity backpack such as 60L one would not have them.
    Any insights?
    Minos

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    Quote Originally Posted by Minos View Post
    Does the lack of top-lifters on the Mariposa impact the weight carrying ability and the likeliness to get sore shoulders/back?
    Top lifter supposedly help carry weight out of the shoulders, so I am surprised that a high capacity backpack such as 60L one would not have them.
    Any insights?
    Minos
    My 2016 Mariposa had load lifters. Did they remove them from the newer packs?

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