The main difference between the Dakine Builder 40L Backpack and the Dakine Heli Pack 12L is that the Builder 40L Backpack has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Heli Pack 12L does not.
Specs | Brand | Dakine | Dakine |
Name | Builder 40L Backpack | Heli Pack 12L | |
Category | Travel | Sports | |
Sub Category | Sports | Snowboard | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 12L | |
Dimensions (in) | 22.5 x 13 x 12 | 21 x 11 x 4 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.7 | ||
Fabric | 100% 450D ripstop recycled polyester | 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop | |
Color | Jungle | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty | Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 10, 2017 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $225 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-curved shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hipbelt with pockets | Webbing waist belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent finish | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front water bottle pockets | Front quick-stash pocket and goggle pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Insulated hydration sleeve, internal mesh and organizer pockets | Insulated hydro/laptop sleeve and snow tool sleeves in the main compartment | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Snowboard carry, diagonal ski carry, external shovel blade carry | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Quick dry mesh padded back panel | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Other Features | Other Features | Fleece-lined sunglass pocket |
Dakine's Builder 40L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Sports features while Dakine 's Heli Pack 12L is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features.
The Dakine Builder 40L Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22.5 x 13 x 12. It's made of 100% 450D ripstop recycled polyester and is available in Jungle 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.
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