Dakine Builder 40L Backpack vs Dakine Split Adventure 38L Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Builder 40L Backpack and the Dakine Split Adventure 38L Backpack is that the Builder 40L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Hipbelt with pockets) while the Split Adventure 38L Backpack does not.

Dakine Builder 40L Backpack Front View
Dakine Split Adventure 38L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine Dakine
Name Builder 40L Backpack Split Adventure 38L Backpack
Category Travel Sports
Sub Category Sports Skateboard
Capacity (L) 40L 38L
Dimensions (in) 22.5 x 13 x 12 21.5 x 12 x 10
Weight (lb) 2.6
Fabric 100% 450D ripstop recycled polyester 400D Polyester Ripstop
Color Jungle 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 10, 2017 January 30, 2020
Rating 4.7 5.0
Price Under $225 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curved shoulder straps Breathable air mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Hipbelt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Clamshell
External Pockets 2 zipped front water bottle pockets Fleece lined sunglass pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Insulated hydration sleeve, internal mesh and organizer pockets Internal zipped mesh pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Deployable board carry straps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve TSA compliant padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Fleece lined padded iPad sleeve
Travel Features Compression Straps Internal and external compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ergonomic foam backpanel
Load Lifters Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Fleece-lined sunglass pocket

You're currently comparing the Builder 40L Backpack by Dakine against the Split Adventure 38L Backpack by Dakine .


Dakine's Builder 40L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Sports features while Dakine 's Split Adventure 38L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Skateboard 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 Split Adventure 38L Backpack's capacity is 38L with a size of 21.5 x 12 x 10 inches. Constructed from 400D Polyester Ripstop it weighs 2.6 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.

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