Gossamer Gear Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands vs Hyperlite Mountain Gear Contour 35
Contour 35 is the lighter of the two by 46 g (1.6 oz).
Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands lists for $230.00 less at the manufacturer's price.
Per ounce carried, Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands costs less: $6.74/oz against $21.62/oz.
Where to buy
Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands
Contour 35
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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The best value in each row is highlighted.
| Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands Gossamer Gear | Contour 35 Hyperlite Mountain Gear | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 17.8 oz | 16.2 oz |
| MSRP | $120.00 | $350.00 |
| Capacity / volume | 15 L | 35 L |
| Price per ounce | $6.74/oz | $21.62/oz |
| Retailers | 1 | 1 |
Which one to choose
- Choose the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Contour 35 if every ounce counts — 16.2 oz against 17.8 oz.
- The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Contour 35 carries more (35 L against 15 L); the Gossamer Gear Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands trades capacity for size.
- Choose the Gossamer Gear Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands if value per ounce carried decides it ($6.74/oz against $21.62/oz).
Questions this comparison answers
- Is the Gossamer Gear Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands lighter than the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Contour 35?
- Contour 35 is the lighter of the two by 46 g (1.6 oz).
- Which has the lower list price, the Gossamer Gear Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands or the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Contour 35?
- Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands lists for $230.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).
- Which is better value per ounce, the Gossamer Gear Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands or the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Contour 35?
- Per ounce carried, Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands costs less: $6.74/oz against $21.62/oz of manufacturer list price (MSRP).
Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands
Make the most of your day hikes with only the essentials. The Cima’s unique, compact shape fits comfortably on your torso, providing optimal stability no matter the mileage. Keep your sunglasses safe and clean tucked away in its Sunroof pocket under the top zipper.
Full specs and prices for the Cima 15 Daypack - Badlands →Contour 35
Move faster and hike farther with the Contour 35—our simplest, lightest frameless thru-hiking pack, designed for experienced backpackers who value efficiency. Built for a streamlined kit, it relies on smart packing to provide structure and a comfortable fit. Keep your base weight around 10lb, carry only what you need, and let the trail unfold ahead.
Full specs and prices for the Contour 35 →