Burton Day Hiker 28L Backpack vs Dakine Heli Pack 12L

The main difference between the Burton Day Hiker 28L Backpack and the Dakine Heli Pack 12L is that the Day Hiker 28L Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pocket can fit water bottle ) while the Heli Pack 12L does not.

Burton Day Hiker 28L Backpack Front View
Dakine Heli Pack 12L
Specs Brand Burton Dakine
Name Day Hiker 28L Backpack Heli Pack 12L
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Snowboard Snowboard
Capacity (L) 28L 12L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 12 x 7 21 x 11 x 4
Weight (lb) 1.6 1.7
Fabric 100% Polyester 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop
Color 2 colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Burton Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Hip belt Webbing waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Outer fabric construction repels water in snow and wintry-mix conditions Water repellent finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Front stretch CRAM pocket, fleece-lined goggles and accessory pocket, and side zip water bottle pockets Front quick-stash pocket and goggle pocket
Internal Compartments Internal zippered mesh pocket with key clip Insulated hydro/laptop sleeve and snow tool sleeves in the main compartment
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing board carry with molded wings Snowboard carry, diagonal ski carry, external shovel blade carry
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Hydration-compatible laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ergonomic back panel with airflow channels Quick dry mesh padded back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Day Hiker 28L Backpack by Burton against the Heli Pack 12L by Dakine .


Burton 's Day Hiker 28L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features while Dakine 's Heli Pack 12L is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features.

The Burton Day Hiker 28L Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12 x 7. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Dakine Heli Pack 12L's capacity is 12L with a size of 21 x 11 x 4 inches. Constructed from 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.