Burton Day Hiker 28L Backpack vs Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack

The main difference between the Burton Day Hiker 28L Backpack and the Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack is that the Day Hiker 28L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Outer fabric construction repels water in snow and wintry-mix conditions) while the Free Rider 16 Backpack does not.

Burton Day Hiker 28L Backpack Front View
Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Burton Ortovox
Name Day Hiker 28L Backpack Free Rider 16 Backpack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Snowboard Snowboard
Capacity (L) 28L 16L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 12 x 7 ‎23 x 19 x 5
Weight (lb) 1.6 2.7
Fabric 100% Polyester Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford
Color 2 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Burton Lifetime Warranty Ortovox 2 Year Warranty
Release Date March 20, 2018
Rating 4.8 5.0
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Chest strap with signal whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Hip belt Big hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Outer fabric construction repels water in snow and wintry-mix conditions
Zippers Water-resistant zipper
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Front and back zipped access
External Pockets Front stretch CRAM pocket, fleece-lined goggles and accessory pocket, and side zip water bottle pockets Front and hip zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Internal zippered mesh pocket with key clip
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 Diagonal ski fastening, helmet net, ice axe and hiking pole fastening, snowboard and snowshoe attachment
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Hydration-compatible laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ergonomic back panel with airflow channels SPS Flex back protector
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Day Hiker 28L Backpack by Burton against the Free Rider 16 Backpack by Ortovox.


Burton 's Day Hiker 28L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features while Ortovox's Free Rider 16 Backpack 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 Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of ‎23 x 19 x 5 inches. Constructed from Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.