Dakine Builder 40L Backpack vs Dakine Split Adventure LT 28L Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Builder 40L Backpack and the Dakine Split Adventure LT 28L Backpack is that the Builder 40L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Hipbelt with pockets) while the Split Adventure LT 28L Backpack does not.

Dakine Builder 40L Backpack Front View
Dakine Split Adventure LT 28L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine Dakine
Name Builder 40L Backpack Split Adventure LT 28L Backpack
Category Travel Laptop
Sub Category Sports Travel
Capacity (L) 40L 28L
Dimensions (in) 22.5 x 13 x 12 6.69 x 11.81 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 2.0
Fabric 100% 450D ripstop recycled polyester 420D Recycled nylon
Color Jungle 2 Colors and patterns
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 10, 2017
Rating 4.7 4.5
Price Under $225 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curved shoulder straps S-curved shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle Rescue whistle on sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Hipbelt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Clamshell
External Pockets 2 zipped front water bottle pockets Padded fleece top pocket and 1 side pocket
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 Front bungee detail
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve
Tablet Sleeve Fleece lined tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer pockets
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Backpanel integrates with travel bags
Load Lifters Yes
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Security buckle feature at backpack strap
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Shoe pocket at bottom
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 LT 28L Backpack by Dakine.


Dakine's Builder 40L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Sports features while Dakine's Split Adventure LT 28L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel 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 LT 28L Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 6.69 x 11.81 x 20.47 inches. Constructed from 420D Recycled nylon it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 2 Colors and patterns.